Swabhiman HIV Training Program Aug 18, 2008
Prevention of HIV and AIDS* Counselling and testing* Prevention of parent to child transmission of HIV* Prevention of opportunistic infections* Management and prevention of tuberculosis* Management and adherence to ART* Nutrition* Universal Precautions* Home and community based care* Positive Speaking. Mainstreaming HIV and AIDS prevention care and support. (Citizen Matters)
City not warned of virus Jun 30, 2008
Bartlett always practices universal precautions, she said. Casey said Bartlett saw no cases of ship-related gastro-intestinal illnesses the week of June 17, but that a couple of "unrelated" cases were treated. (Juneau Empire)
County considers tougher rules on tattooing Jun 20, 2008
Each tattoo artist must complete a training program approved by the Department (Richmond County Health Department) in universal precautions or present proof of having satisfactorily completed a course of instruction in universal precautions before being issued a permit to engage in tattooing in Richmond County. Universal precautions means a method of infection control in which all human blood and certain body fluids of all patients are considered potentially infectious such as Human... (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Guards did not act to save native man: report May 22, 2008
According to a new report, Martin Blackwind died after not receiving treatment for a self-inflicted slash to his arm at Warkworth Institution, northeast of Toronto. Martin Blackwind, a native prison inmate, was bleeding to death in his cell from a deep self-inflicted slash to his arm. (CTV.ca)
Medical training for the acupuncturist Mar 7, 2008
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Sonoda worked on legislation with the BCHD in the late 1990's that would require facilities to be inspected, to get a license from their local health department, to go through universal precautions training and that would recommend facilities to carry hepatitis B vaccinations at for people who are doing body art. The legislation was passed not long after. (Boulder Colorado Daily, CO)
"Super Bug" Makes Senior Community Violently Ill Jan 10, 2008
It's a bug so strong, when medics are called, they're ordered to wear what the chief calls "universal precautions.". "And that means they don't just come in wearing gloves," said Chief Jetter. (WKRC.com, OH)
Looking forward to tattoo business regulations Jan 10, 2008
There are universal precautions for any place where there's a potential for contacting blood or body fluids, said Paul Lewis, supervisor for environmental health for the Ionia County Health Department. Facilities have to be extremely clean, kept sanitary and the procedures they use must be sanitary. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
MRSA case reported at school in Herkimer County Oct 23, 2007
e have no reports (of MRSA), and we will continue following universal precautions, said Reina. Herkimer Superintendent Carol Zygo said although nothing has been sent home yet, a notice is being prepared, and teachers have been instructing students about the situation and the importance of washing their hands. (Herkimer Eening Telegram, NY)
To tattoo or not to tattoo? Aug 27, 2007
Be sure that the tattoo studio follows the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's Universal Precautions, regulations that outline procedures to be followed when dealing with bodily fluids (in this case, blood). If the studio looks unclean, if anything looks out of the ordinary, or if you feel in any way uncomfortable, find a better place to get your tattoo. (Boulder Colorado Daily, CO)
Scapegoats for a real threat Jul 21, 2007
Investments in a blood safety and universal precautions also help to prevent other blood-borne diseases, including hepatitis C. According to Eric Friedman of Physicians for Human Rights, the lack of safety in hospitals and clinics in the developing world is one reason for the brain drain of healthcare personnel to the industrialized world. Improvements in working conditions could keep nurses and doctors in the places where they are most needed. (Boston Globe)
Pick the perfect dentist Jun 21, 2007
Make sure the dental staff uses universal precautions for infection control, such as gloves, masks, protective clothing and sterilized instruments. 5. (Clayton Tribune, GA)
Lawrence death was not a murder: Medical examiner rules death by meningitis Jun 17, 2007
Don MacNeill, spokesman at Fuld, said it's doubtful any concern would exist at the hospital, "because we use universal precautions." Are Andric's co-workers at Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. in danger. Dr. Eddy Bresnitz, New Jersey deputy health commissioner and also state epidemiologist, would be the one to determine whether any quarantines would be needed, but he could not be reached for comment last night. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Letters to the editor for May 16, 2007: May 16, 2007
They have training in CPR, first aid, childhood development, quality child care and licensing, health and safety, universal precautions, the child care professional and the family, language development, and positive discipline and guidance. They are required to have all of these just to maintain their license so they may do this type of work. (Columbiana Shelby County Reporter, AL)
Saving HIV/AIDS victims from the stigma Mar 28, 2007
Thiruvananthapuram: There is an urgent need to improve knowledge levels of doctors and other health care providers on HIV/AIDS infection, its modes of transmission and the universal precautions to be adopted in hospitals to reduce the stigma and discrimination faced by HIV-positive persons. Gaps in information among doctors and paramedical staff about HIV transmission and the fear of infection at workplace encourage many to deny care to HIV-positive people. (Hindu)
The Price of Privacy: HIPAA has far-ranging implications Feb 12, 2007
They always take universal precautions when dealing with blood anyway, he said. The police still release information that is a matter of public record to the media, including names, ages and addresses of people involved in accidents and where they were taken. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Hospice's philosophy of caring Jan 13, 2007
Based on the guidelines of Medicare and other agencies, the training covers the history of hospice, clinical aspects of death and dying, grief and bereavement, spirituality, universal precautions, communications and family dynamics, the role of each member of the interdisciplinary team, and roles of the volunteer and complementary therapies. Different members of the hospice team teach the volunteers depending on which topic is the subject of the session. (Hamden Chronicle, CT)
Going to the dogs: ‘Therapy dog' lifts patients' spirits at Schneck Dec 29, 2006
Myers said she and Maggie practice the universal precautions, just like any other health care worker at the hospital. ne of my biggest concerns, as we make our rounds, is infection control. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
C.F. couple suing Taco John's Dec 22, 2006
" Also, being prudent about where a company purchases their produce is important. I also happen to be a long time friend of the Saul's and someone who loves Autumn dearly, I am pleased she is doing better. I know one of her families concern is long term effects it may have. Autumn is a sweet loving child who doesn't deserve one ounce of this pain she has incurred. For anyone to debate the issue of whether or not the Saul family should sue, and how soon is too soon is inane. To speculate on the... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Those at risk for AIDS still take risks Dec 1, 2006
"We're going to have to talk about universal precautions," he said later. "Some of these kids are living with p 0000135E eople who don't know enough about the virus. I want to get them all strong enough to speak and spread the word.". (The Palm Beach Post)
Arkport native questions seriousness of avian flu threat: Hornellsville supervisor stands by decision to stockpile 5,000 masks Aug 29, 2006
In 1918, when Spanish flu killed more than 500,000 people in the U.S., Simmins said there were no intravenous fluids, oxygen masks and universal precautions such as rubber gloves and masks. y basic perspective on avian flu is right now there is no reason to panic because all of the evidence suggests it is not going to be a pandemic, he said. (Hornell Evening Tribune, NY)
Bird flu discovered Aug 18, 2006
Even though the deaths associated with the bird flu have occurred abroad, the universal precautions Daniel professes are necessary and should be heeded. For more information about avian influenza and animals, contact the Marshall County Extension Office in the Marshall County Building, 112 W. Jefferson St. Room 304, Plymouth or call 574-935-8545. (Plymouth Pilot News, IN)
Kossuth reports three mumps cases May 12, 2006
Universal precautions such as covering your mouth when you cough and frequent hand washing can also help stop the spread of Mumps and other viruses. Common symptoms of mumps are fever, headache, swollen salivary glands under the jaw and swollen cheeks. (Algona Upper Des Moines, IA)
Health Risks Shadow EMTs Apr 10, 2006
" Paramedics and firefighters every two years undergo training in ways to protect themselves from blood and airborne pathogens, he said. "We preach it," he said. "Through EMT and paramedic school, we preach universal precautions. " Although precautions are in place now, at least four active paramedics are receiving treatment for hepatitis C, he said. "Guys who are now testing positive for hepatitis C more than likely contracted it in the 1980s or late 1970s when it wasn't understood what... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
