Abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) refers to end-organ dysfunction brought on by intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH) (Gestring, 2023). ACS is defined as persistent intra-abdominal pressure greater than 20...
April 25, 2024 Scott Filler, director of malaria on the Global Fund The fight against malaria is at an important moment. In recent years, the progress...
Diuretics are medications used to treat hypertension and edema brought on by heart failure, liver failure, certain kidney diseases, and certain drug therapies. Specific classes of...
This blog by Professor Caroline Bradbury-Jones (@jones_bradbury) kicks off our week-long give attention to violence and harassment. Caroline runs a research program on the University of...
In October 2023, Hollywood was shocked by the death of “Friends” star Matthew Perry. Perry had struggled with drug addiction for many years and was undergoing...
By now, most nurses have heard of the case of RaDonda Vaught, a nurse found guilty of criminal charges – negligence and negligent homicide – after...
The Covid-19 pandemic that broke out in late 2019 wreaked havoc all over the world not only on healthcare systems, but additionally disrupted on a regular...
April 25, 2024 by Peter Sands, Executive Director We have latest tools, however it’s medical experts on the front lines who can assist fight malaria. Nobody...
Let’s face it, everyone desires to live, work and be cared for in a secure environment. Safety is defined because the state of protection from an...
My husband is a really healthy 53-year-old long-distance runner who runs not only to remain fit, but in addition to avoid having to take antihypertensive medications,...
