Archive for December 24th, 2007

FDA Issues Safety Warning On Fentanyl Skin Patch

Monday, December 24th, 2007

FDA issued its second safety warning about the fentanyl transdermal system, an adhesive patch that delivers a potent pain medicine through the skin.

Alberta Boosts Efforts To Recruit More Registered Nurses

Monday, December 24th, 2007

The Alberta government is investing more than $5 million this year to assess more internationally educated registered nurses and increase the number of registered nurses.

Perinatal, Infant Mortality Rate Continues To Fall

Monday, December 24th, 2007

The Department of Health has welcomed a new report, which shows perinatal and infant mortality rates in Western Australia continue to decline.

Safe Holiday Feasting Ensures Very Merry Christmas

Monday, December 24th, 2007

The Department of Health is reminding people to practice good food hygiene over the festive season to minimise the chance of food poisoning.

When Your Grown Child Refuses Treatment, Then What?

Monday, December 24th, 2007

When a severely mentally ill child over 18-years old refuses treatment, what can parents do?

New Mothers Should Know About Danger In Co-Sleeping With Infants

Monday, December 24th, 2007

Infants who sleep in the same bed as an adult are more likely to suffer injury, even death.

Helping Illinois Residents Restore Heat During Winter Months

Monday, December 24th, 2007

Good Samaritan Initiative provides more affordable reconnection terms to Low Income Heat and Energy Assistance Program recipients who have had their utility services disconnected.

Initiative To Help Thousands Of Illinois Families In Need

Monday, December 24th, 2007

Illinois Governor announced the Food for Families program, a $1 million hunger relief initiative that will provide 1.5 million pounds of food for an additional 37,500 families in need this fiscal year.

AM2 Issues Recall Of Pre-Filled Heparin Lock Flush Solution

Monday, December 24th, 2007

AM2 PAT is initiating a nationwide recall of one lot of Pre-Filled Heparin Lock Flush Solution USP.

New Era Recalls Canned Fancy Blue Lake Cut Green Beans

Monday, December 24th, 2007

New Era Canning Company is voluntarily recalling Fancy Blue Lake Cut Green Beans.