Epidural analgesia does not slow second-stage labor
A study in Obstetrics & Gynecology finds that epidural analgesia during second-stage labor does not slow duration. (more…)
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Epidural analgesia does not slow second-stage labor
A study in Obstetrics & Gynecology finds that epidural analgesia during second-stage labor does not slow duration. (more…)
Nurse manager role in incivility
Supportive nurse mangers reduce the incidence of coworker incivility, according to a study in the Journal of Nursing Management. (more…)
Childhood obesity continues to rise
The number of obese children and adolescents (aged 5 to 19 years) worldwide has risen tenfold in the past four decades, according…
ANA on the Frontline, September 2017
NEWS FROM THE AMERICAN NURSES ASSOCIATION Early recognition and response New Zika guidance for pregnant women from CDC Recover energy, find balance,…
FDA approves new drug for acute myeloid leukemia
On Sept. 1, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Mylotarg (gemtuzumab ozogamicin) for the treatment of adults with newly diagnosed…
FDA approves new treatment for hepatitis C
August 3, 2017 – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Mavyret (glecaprevir and pibrentasvir) to treat adults with chronic hepatitis…
Increased cadmium may increase risk of endometrial cancer
Cadmium exposure and endometrial cancer risk: A large midwestern U.S. population-based case-control study. Estrogen-mimicking chemicals, such as cadmium, may be associated with…
FDA approves treatment for chronic graft versus host disease
August 3, 2017 – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today expanded the approval of Imbruvica (ibrutinib) for the treatment of adult…
FDA announces new plan to address nicotine consumption
Protecting American Families: Comprehensive Approach to Nicotine and Tobacco Remarks by Scott Gottlieb, M.D. / Commissioner of Food and Drug Administration July 28,…
Pneumonia, sepsis may increase risk of cardiovascular disease
Pneumonia or sepsis in adults associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Sophia Antipolis, 2 August 2017: Pneumonia or sepsis in adults…
What works: How can we make you more comfortable?
One hospital’s journey to improve the patient experience. Takeaways In an effort to improve the state of pain management, nurses in the…