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JAMA Study: 'Risk Of Major Device Complications Was Lower With Mid-Lines' Than Piccs
Greg Vigna, MD Experts call for studies comparing superhydrophilic catheters to polyurethane lines, highlighting potential to reduce blood ...
A precious gem from CHKD
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Drug-resistant fungus Candida auris reported in these 17 states
The deadly and drug-resistant fungus Candida auris is under close surveillance as health experts work to calm its spread.
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Drug-resistant fungus Candida auris reported in these 17 states
(NEXSTAR) – The deadly and drug-resistant fungus Candida auris is under close surveillance as health experts work to calm its spread. Candida auris, also called C. auris, was first identified in ...
Drug-resistant fungus Candida auris reported in Illinois, Iowa, other states
The deadly and drug-resistant fungus Candida auris is under close surveillance as health experts work to calm its spread.
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Drug-resistant fungus Candida auris reported in these 17 states
People with catheters, breathing tubes, feeding tubes and PICC lines are at the highest risk because the pathogen can enter the body through these types of devices. The fungus can survive on ...