AfPP confirms 2010 Congress ‘pathways’
The Association for Perioperative Practice (AfPP) has announced four key pathways under which masterclasses and specialist sessions will feature at this year’s AfPP 2010 Congress and Exhibition (14-16 October 2010).
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Study highlights side-effects of statins
Some types and doses of cholesterol-lowering statin drugs may have unwanted side-effects, scientists have found. A study by researchers at the University of Nottingham revealed that some statins can increase an individual's risk of liver dysfunction, acute kidney failure, myopathy and cataracts.
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Bladder cancer outcomes reviewed
In the largest study to date of a rare and deadly form of bladder cancer, researchers at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit found radiation therapy may not improve a patient's chances for survival.
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Contract win for Bespoke
The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has appointed Bespoke Healthcare to provide the majority of its adult neurophysiology service provision.
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Deb rewards hand hygiene initiatives
Deb has launched the Deb Hand Hygiene Awards 2010, in conjunction with IPS Education and Professional Development Committee, to promote the importance of improving hand hygiene in the health sector.
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Department of Health highlights innovation
Following the success of the first Healthcare Innovation Expo, held in June last year, the UK Department of Health has announced that a second Expo’ will take place this October.
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