Pharmacists open ampoules in a regular basis as part of their routine work. These medications are prepared by pharmacists for various usage. Due to the nature of glass ampoules, the user is exposed to a number of risks when opening them. For this reason, it is important for pharmacists to use an ampoule opener when …
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Over the last 2 decades, testosterone prescriptions have increased. In the US alone, testosterone is being prescribed to over 1 million patients as of 2018 (1). This article aims to educate those that are using testosterone ampoules to reduce their risk when opening the glass containers. What is Testosterone? If you’re reading this, you might …
Needle-stick and sharps injuries (NSI) are a commonly reoccurring issue in healthcare workplaces. Without adequate protection, healthcare professionals face many multifaceted threats to their safety. In 2018, it was reported that 90.3% of nurses sustained at least one NSI over a six month period. Of these injuries, ampoules are frequently reported to be the primary …
Beauty serum: the skin treatment that is taking the world by storm. These “pick-me-ups for your face” contain a highly-concentrated serum that can moisturise, nourish and even repair your skin. But have you ever stopped to consider the risks that you’re taking every time you snap one of these bad boys open? What is …
Here are some quick stats regarding sharps injuries in the healthcare industry – hospitals, clinics, and facilities. Scalpel cuts are the second most common injury in the operating theatres, accounting for 7% of the total number of reported injuries. Risks from the scalpel cuts have been documented including infection by HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, …
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The 30th of November marks the end of Home Care & Hospice Month. Despite two-thirds of people relying on home care at some point in life, many of the details around the practicality of home care are relatively unknown. Here are 6 things you may not know about home care and the heroic nurses, aides …
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