Joint ILO/WHO guidelines on health services and HIV/AIDS pdf
... UNAIDS, the ILO and the WHO decided to join forces in order to assist health services in building their capacities to provide their workers with a safe, healthy and decent working environment, as the most effective way both to reduce transmission of HIV and other blood-borne pathogens and to improve ...
... UNAIDS, the ILO and the WHO decided to join forces in order to assist health services in building their capacities to provide their workers with a safe, healthy and decent working environment, as the most effective way both to reduce transmission of HIV and other blood-borne pathogens and to improve ...
20060913_SubstanceMisuseHNA_V2c
... buprenorphine prescribing, hospital activity and mortality. The problem use of alcohol and/or illicit or prescription drugs carries many serious health risks. However, the illicit nature means it is very difficult to ascertain the true extent of substance misuse. It should be noted that the client g ...
... buprenorphine prescribing, hospital activity and mortality. The problem use of alcohol and/or illicit or prescription drugs carries many serious health risks. However, the illicit nature means it is very difficult to ascertain the true extent of substance misuse. It should be noted that the client g ...
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... Medical providers are requested to give the following information and instructions to patients receiving LTOT and their families or caregivers. 1) Smoking and use of any other kind of fire during therapy with high-concentration oxygen may cause items such as cannulas and clothing to catch fire, resu ...
... Medical providers are requested to give the following information and instructions to patients receiving LTOT and their families or caregivers. 1) Smoking and use of any other kind of fire during therapy with high-concentration oxygen may cause items such as cannulas and clothing to catch fire, resu ...
Intra Vaginal Drug Delivery System: An Overview
... The human vagina represents a potential, accessible space that offers a valuable route for drug delivery through the use of specifically designed carrier systems for both local and systemic applications. Intra-vaginal drug delivery is particularly appropriate for drugs associated with women's health ...
... The human vagina represents a potential, accessible space that offers a valuable route for drug delivery through the use of specifically designed carrier systems for both local and systemic applications. Intra-vaginal drug delivery is particularly appropriate for drugs associated with women's health ...
ULTRAM Prescribing Information
... “poor metabolizers” of debrisoquine, dextromethorphan and tricyclic antidepressants, among other drugs. Based on a population PK analysis of Phase 1 studies with IR tablets in healthy subjects, concentrations of tramadol were approximately 20% higher in “poor metabolizers” versus “extensive metaboli ...
... “poor metabolizers” of debrisoquine, dextromethorphan and tricyclic antidepressants, among other drugs. Based on a population PK analysis of Phase 1 studies with IR tablets in healthy subjects, concentrations of tramadol were approximately 20% higher in “poor metabolizers” versus “extensive metaboli ...
Plan to Stop TB in 18 High-priority Countries in the WHO European
... I congratulate the WHO Regional Office for Europe for producing this plan and call upon all stakeholders to adopt and implement the recommendations and actions. The Plan is here; now political commitment, financial investment and community involvement are needed to implement it and stop TB again. No ...
... I congratulate the WHO Regional Office for Europe for producing this plan and call upon all stakeholders to adopt and implement the recommendations and actions. The Plan is here; now political commitment, financial investment and community involvement are needed to implement it and stop TB again. No ...
Full Prescribing Information
... “poor metabolizers” of debrisoquine, dextromethorphan and tricyclic antidepressants, among other drugs. Based on a population PK analysis of Phase 1 studies with IR tablets in healthy subjects, concentrations of tramadol were approximately 20% higher in “poor metabolizers” versus “extensive metaboli ...
... “poor metabolizers” of debrisoquine, dextromethorphan and tricyclic antidepressants, among other drugs. Based on a population PK analysis of Phase 1 studies with IR tablets in healthy subjects, concentrations of tramadol were approximately 20% higher in “poor metabolizers” versus “extensive metaboli ...
the oxy epidemic - San Dieguito Alliance
... When “Jay” was about 16 years old he began experimenting with marijuana, then “Jay” started using cocaine, which he he didn’t really care for it. “Jay” also began experimenting with mushrooms, ecstasy and LSD, but he still wasn’t getting the desired high. Soon enough, “Jay” was introduced to prescri ...
... When “Jay” was about 16 years old he began experimenting with marijuana, then “Jay” started using cocaine, which he he didn’t really care for it. “Jay” also began experimenting with mushrooms, ecstasy and LSD, but he still wasn’t getting the desired high. Soon enough, “Jay” was introduced to prescri ...
... The economic evaluation was performed using a longitudinal drug cost-analysis, a break even analysis and a cost-effectiveness analysis. During the study, patients were asked to keep a diary about their total medication use (allergic medication as well as other drugs) and to give information whether ...
2015 ACMT Abstracts - American College of Medical Toxicology
... Research Question: To characterize trends in carisoprodol utilization in US outpatient offices, clinics, and EDs in the setting of rising rates of prescription drug abuse and associated overdoses. Methods: A retrospective review of data from the CDC’s National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care Survey ...
... Research Question: To characterize trends in carisoprodol utilization in US outpatient offices, clinics, and EDs in the setting of rising rates of prescription drug abuse and associated overdoses. Methods: A retrospective review of data from the CDC’s National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care Survey ...
Treatment guidelines and formulary manuals
... opportunity to use the process to integrate several special programs. At the other extreme, comprehensive standard treatment guidelines risk overwhelming health workers with new information, thus reducing the chance that any of the standard treatments—even those for common, high- priority problems— ...
... opportunity to use the process to integrate several special programs. At the other extreme, comprehensive standard treatment guidelines risk overwhelming health workers with new information, thus reducing the chance that any of the standard treatments—even those for common, high- priority problems— ...
Guidance for the prevention, testing, treatment and management of
... latest estimates on the number of adults infected with hepatitis C showed there were around 231,000 in 2003. Many of these infected people do not realise they have the virus as it can take years or even decades for symptoms to appear. Early treatment, however, is effective at clearing the virus in t ...
... latest estimates on the number of adults infected with hepatitis C showed there were around 231,000 in 2003. Many of these infected people do not realise they have the virus as it can take years or even decades for symptoms to appear. Early treatment, however, is effective at clearing the virus in t ...
a. Original work in the area of clinical relevance of HIV drug
... Under my leadership, the Forum has expanded to include international scientific and advocacy representation; additional governmental agencies including US and European regulatory agencies; major philanthropic foundations; biotech and specialty pharmaceutical companies in addition to increased repres ...
... Under my leadership, the Forum has expanded to include international scientific and advocacy representation; additional governmental agencies including US and European regulatory agencies; major philanthropic foundations; biotech and specialty pharmaceutical companies in addition to increased repres ...
Donepezil hydrochloride (Aricept)
... uncontrollably, pain, accidents (patients may be more prone to falls and accidental injury). If you experience any side effects at all (including any not mentioned above) you should report this to your doctor at once. In many cases, the side effects will fade but you may need to try a different drug ...
... uncontrollably, pain, accidents (patients may be more prone to falls and accidental injury). If you experience any side effects at all (including any not mentioned above) you should report this to your doctor at once. In many cases, the side effects will fade but you may need to try a different drug ...
management of chronic non-cancer pain
... musculoskeletal pain, myths and misunderstandings about the use of these drugs often prevent primary care physicians from prescribing them for common types of chronic pain, such as seen in common musculoskeletal conditions (e.g. low back pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoporosis). ...
... musculoskeletal pain, myths and misunderstandings about the use of these drugs often prevent primary care physicians from prescribing them for common types of chronic pain, such as seen in common musculoskeletal conditions (e.g. low back pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoporosis). ...
Drug-resistant tuberculosis and advances in the
... assay (IGRA). The risk of progressing from infection to disease is governed by a number of factors but age and immune status are central. From studies that examined the natural history of TB, conducted prior to the chemotherapy era, we know that infected infants have a 50% risk of progression to dis ...
... assay (IGRA). The risk of progressing from infection to disease is governed by a number of factors but age and immune status are central. From studies that examined the natural history of TB, conducted prior to the chemotherapy era, we know that infected infants have a 50% risk of progression to dis ...
Delirium Tremens - Family and Community Medicine
... Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant. Like benzodiazepines, barbiturates, and drugs that have similar action, it rapidly increases the release of γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain, with prominent effects on GABA type A (GABA A) receptors, and it inhibits postsynaptic N-methyl-d-aspar ...
... Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant. Like benzodiazepines, barbiturates, and drugs that have similar action, it rapidly increases the release of γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain, with prominent effects on GABA type A (GABA A) receptors, and it inhibits postsynaptic N-methyl-d-aspar ...
Tuberculosis care and control in refugee and displaced populations
... number of countries worldwide. Refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) are at increased risk of developing TB and of poor access to TB care and control services. Conflict is the most common cause of large population displacement, which often results in relocation to temporary settlements (e ...
... number of countries worldwide. Refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) are at increased risk of developing TB and of poor access to TB care and control services. Conflict is the most common cause of large population displacement, which often results in relocation to temporary settlements (e ...
Changing patterns of substance misuse in adult prisons
... At the present time, some synthetic cannabis is legal (depending on its exact composition) to possess in the community but all forms are banned in prisons. This has four consequences. First, it is cheap to buy or manufacture in large quantities in the community. Second, the difference between the pr ...
... At the present time, some synthetic cannabis is legal (depending on its exact composition) to possess in the community but all forms are banned in prisons. This has four consequences. First, it is cheap to buy or manufacture in large quantities in the community. Second, the difference between the pr ...
Education material on Post-Exposure-Prophylaxis
... Negative HIV-Test in exposed Person is a condition for PEP HIV- Rapid Test of Index person • HIV Rapid Test available? ...
... Negative HIV-Test in exposed Person is a condition for PEP HIV- Rapid Test of Index person • HIV Rapid Test available? ...
HIV/AIDS Care: The Diagnosis Code
... Coding Systems: ICD-10-CM & ICD-10-PCS • The ICD-9-CM coding system has been in existence since 1966 and is outdated and does not reflect emerging technology • The ICD-10 Coding System is consistent with changes in health care and provides more codes that reflect emerging technology • ICD-10-CM code ...
... Coding Systems: ICD-10-CM & ICD-10-PCS • The ICD-9-CM coding system has been in existence since 1966 and is outdated and does not reflect emerging technology • The ICD-10 Coding System is consistent with changes in health care and provides more codes that reflect emerging technology • ICD-10-CM code ...
Sharps Needlestick Injury and Body Fluid Exposure Management
... manager in accordance with national policy Use needle free devices or safer sharps device where provided and reasonably practicable to do so. Responsibility for the collection of used sharps bins for incineration rests with the Support Services Manager. 2.6 Procedure for sharps injury and body fluid ...
... manager in accordance with national policy Use needle free devices or safer sharps device where provided and reasonably practicable to do so. Responsibility for the collection of used sharps bins for incineration rests with the Support Services Manager. 2.6 Procedure for sharps injury and body fluid ...
to dowload a PDF of the 2015 Treatment Guide
... There are talks between the FDA and the drug’s developer, called the sponsor, to figure out how it will be sold to the public. And then that sponsor formally asks the FDA for approval. It’s called the New Drug Application, or NDA. The FDA has 60 days to decide whether to take the next step. The agen ...
... There are talks between the FDA and the drug’s developer, called the sponsor, to figure out how it will be sold to the public. And then that sponsor formally asks the FDA for approval. It’s called the New Drug Application, or NDA. The FDA has 60 days to decide whether to take the next step. The agen ...
Long-term Use of Opioids for Chronic Pain: Questions submitted for
... 36. Can chronic pain patient efficacy and involvement as part of their own chronic pain care team lead to reductions over time of opioid use levels and improvements to quality of life? Positive study results could have an impact for physician impetus to share and effectively communicate chronic pain ...
... 36. Can chronic pain patient efficacy and involvement as part of their own chronic pain care team lead to reductions over time of opioid use levels and improvements to quality of life? Positive study results could have an impact for physician impetus to share and effectively communicate chronic pain ...
Harm reduction
Harm reduction (or harm minimization) is a range of public health policies designed to reduce the harmful consequences associated with various human behaviors, both legal and illegal. Harm reduction policies are used to manage behaviors such as recreational drug use and sexual activity in numerous settings that range from services through to geographical regions. Critics of harm reduction typically believe that tolerating risky or illegal behaviour sends a message to the community that such behaviours are acceptable and that some of the actions proposed by proponents of harm reduction do not reduce harm over the long term.Needle-exchange programmes reduce the likelihood of users of heroin and other drugs sharing the syringes and using them more than once. Syringe-sharing can lead to infections such as HIV or hepatitis C can spread from user to users through the reuse of syringes contaminated with infected blood. Needle and syringe programme (NSP) and Opioid Substitution Therapy (OST) outlets in some settings offer basic primary health care. Safe injection site are legally sanctioned, medically supervised facilities designed to address public nuisance associated with drug use and provide a hygienic and stress-free environment for drug consumers. The facilities provide sterile injection equipment, information about drugs and basic health care, treatment referrals, and access to medical staff.Opioid replacement therapy (ORT), or opioid substitution therapy (OST), is the medical procedure of replacing an illegal opioid, such as heroin, with a longer acting but less euphoric opioid; methadone or buprenorphine are typically used and the drug is taken under medical supervision. Another approach is Heroin assisted treatment, in which medical prescriptions for pharmaceutical heroin (diacetylmorphine) are provided to heroin-dependent people. Toronto's Seaton House became the first homeless shelter in Canada to operate a ""wet shelter"" on a ""managed alcohol"" principle in which clients are served a glass of wine once an hour unless staff determine that they are too inebriated to continue. Previously, homeless alcoholics opted to stay on the streets often seeking alcohol from unsafe sources such as mouthwash, rubbing alcohol or industrial products which, in turn, resulted in frequent use of emergency medical facilities.A high amount of media coverage exists informing users of the dangers of driving drunk. Most alcohol users are now aware of these dangers and safe ride techniques like 'designated drivers' and free taxicab programmes are reducing the number of drunk-driving accidents. Many schools now provide safer sex education to teen and pre-teen students, who may engage in sexual activity. Since some adolescents are going to have sex, a harm-reductionist approach supports a sexual education which emphasizes the use of protective devices like condoms and dental dams to protect against unwanted pregnancy and the transmission of STIs. Since 1999 some countries have legalized prostitution, such as Germany (2002) and New Zealand (2003).Many street-level harm-reduction strategies have succeeded in reducing HIV transmission in injecting drug users and sex-workers. HIV education, HIV testing, condom use, and safer-sex negotiation greatly decreases the risk to the disease.