Dosage errors rise when using kitchen teaspoons
Health writers warn that kitchen teaspoons vary from 2 ml to 10 ml, altering medicine doses. University of Michigan pharmacists note this affects antibiotic and other liquid meds, risking underdosing or overdosing. The American Academy of Pediatrics discourages dosing by teaspoon to prevent such errors.
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Accurate dosing aids battle liquid med confusion
Consumer liquid meds pose dosing risks from diuretics to antihistamines. AQA study shows over half retain tablets in the esophagus briefly, delaying absorption. Ban on small choking toys takes effect 1980. Coffee prices rise on frost, orange juice falls. Farmers markets offer fresher corn. GE unveils long lasting energy saving bulb. Recommend calibrated spoons and eye droppers to ensure precise liquid doses.
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Laundry germs risk in self service machines
Lincoln reports that clothing washed in self service laundries may pick up bacteria from prior loads. Thelma Thompson cites Iowa State University findings of high bacteria counts in four laundries and recommends running a bleach wash with hot water for disinfection as a low cost health precaution.
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Thelma Thompson
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Breast feeding linked to lower artery disease risk
Medical World News reports a study suggesting breastfeeding reduces a major risk factor for hardening of the arteries. Doctors increasingly view breast milk as ideal for infants and note reduced respiratory and gastrointestinal illness, potential allergy protection, learning impacts, obesity prevention, and potential reduction of child abuse risk.
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Isabelle Valadian
Harvard
Medical World News
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