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FDA Approves New Propofol System

CINCINNATI, Ohio—Sedasys, a Division of Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. (Ethicon), this month announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted PMA approval for the SEDASYS System, a computer-assisted ...read more

Communicate Better at Work

In today’s fast-paced nursing environment every word matters. Make yours count. Choose your words wisely and be successful at work. ...read more

Choosing and Using the Proper Probiotic

This slide show will be helpful to GI professionals who want to learn more about probiotics, and can be shared with patients as well. ...read more

May is Celiac Awareness Month

This May (and every May, for that matter) is Celiac Awareness Month. This awareness campaign is sponsored by the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness and other celiac organizations. ...read more

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Today on Fresh Air, we chat with Audrey Ludmer

It started with a message on my answering machine. "Please call the New York State Nurses Association office as soon as possible." That in itself was not alarming. I am an active member and often get calls. When I called back, I was asked if I would like to be interviewed ...More
October 1, 2002
Posted in Articles, Industry Issues
Today on Fresh Air, we chat with Audrey Ludmer, RN, about thenursing shortage. Good afternoon, this is Terry Gross ...

Today on Fresh Air, we chat with Audrey Ludmer, RN, about the nursing shortage. Good afternoon, this is Terry Gross ... By Audrey C. Ludmer, RNC It started with a message on my answering machine. "Please call the New York State Nurses Association office as soon as ...More
October 1, 2002
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Keeping Employees Healthy: The Far-Reaching Effects ofOccupational Health

Objectives: 1. To identify the components of an injury-illness prevention program. 2. To describe the selected hazards found in the workplace. 3. To state methods designed to prevent workplace injury and illness. It is estimated that more than 8 million people are ...More
October 1, 2002
Posted in Articles
The Relationship between Domestic Violence and Irritable Bowel Syndrome

A review of the literature reveals growing evidence that a history of or current experience with relationship or domestic violence is associated with gastrointestinal disease, specifically functional disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome. Nurses practicing in the ...More
October 1, 2002
Posted in Articles, Disorders, Procedures
Mahalo Malamas!

Back row: Pam Chinen, RN, Joanne Mento, RN, Shane Liu, TechCenter row: Gerry Arakaki, RN, Carol Tabata, RN , Margo Buck, RNFront row: Debbie Payao, LPN, Adele Cacho, Tech Congratulations to the Endoscopy Center of Hilo, Hawaii for their outstanding work. The endoscopy team ...More
October 1, 2002
Posted in Articles, Industry Issues
Proton Pumps Halt Acid Production

According to officials at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, more than 7 million Americans suffer from gastrointestinal reflux disease (GERD). The disease has become so prevalent that national media campaigns target baby boomers during the evening news with ...More
October 1, 2002
Posted in Articles, Disorders, Industry Issues
Electrocautery -- Sacred Cow or Valuable Asset?

Electrocautery is the process of burning or destroying tissue by use of a small probe with an electric current running through it. It has become a routine surgical means of burning unwanted or harmful tissue and is also used to diminish or stop hemorrhaging.1 But rather ...More
October 1, 2002
Posted in Articles, Procedures
Study:More Polyps Being Removed Per Colonoscopy

WILMETTE, Il. - Officials at the Institute for Quality Improvement (IQI) have found that more polyps are being removed per colonoscopy procedure than in previous studies. "Data collected continues to support findings that a colonoscopy, reaching areas of the bowel that ...More
September 30, 2002
Posted in News, Disorders, Industry Issues, Procedures
Liquid Chemical Receives FDA Clearance

RADNOR, Pa - Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have cleared Sterilox Technologies, Inc, to market their high-level disinfectant liquid chemical system. According to company officials, the system delivers highly effective, non-toxic and biodegradable ...More
September 20, 2002
Posted in News, Industry Issues, Procedures
Free Prescriptions Offered to Indigent Patients

RIDGEFIELD, Conn. - The Boehringer Ingelheim Cares Foundation will being a new patient assistance program, providing prescription medications to Americans who cannot afford them. Officials say the program is designed to specifically help older Americans, and those suffering ...More
September 20, 2002
Posted in News, Industry Issues