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Death risk doubles for Black infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia
Multicenter study shows higher odds of death and longer hospital stay for infants with Black mothers.
From the Journals
Linezolid succeeds against gram-positive bacterial infections in ICU
Bacterial infections remain a challenge in the management of critically ill patients.
From the Journals
Pulse oximeters lead to less oxygen supplementation for people of color
Readings are affected by various surface pigmentations, upping risk of hidden hypoxemia in those with darker skin.
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Experimental cancer drug promising for hospitalized COVID patients
The manufacturer is seeking emergency use authorization from the Food and Drug Administration.
From the Journals
Acute exacerbations common and often fatal in RA-ILD
The median time from ILD diagnosis to onset of AE was 48.5 months.
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA Class I recall: Batteries for CARESCAPE 2860 Ventilator
When using the backup power source, clinicians should make sure to have alternative routes for breathing support on hand.
From the Journals
Childhood melatonin poisonings skyrocket in the past 10 years
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What are the signs of post–acute infection syndromes?
Critical Care Commentary
Pneumothorax, pneumomediastinum, and subcutaneous emphysema: The many faces of COVID-19 ARDS
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Surgeons, who see it up close, offer ways to stop gun violence
A committee of the American College of Surgeons developed specific recommendations in 2018, which are still valid today.