Home comforts

Article Abstract:

Hospital-at-home programmes should be viewed as an important requirement to promoting primary health care, highlighting the transition between effective hospital and home care provision. Carers must receive full support from medical teams, being involved at all stages of health care provision decision-making. Additional support may be required if patients live on their own, such as night carers. Hospital services can be transferred to the home situation if there is co-operation between care providers.

Hospitals, Home care services, Hospital outpatient services

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Cold comforts

Article Abstract:

Doctors should try to reserve antibiotic treatment for upper respiratory tract infections (URTI) which are unresponsive to first-line therapy, such as intranasal anticholinergics or inhalations. Most common colds tend to get better on their own, with cold remedies easing rather than curing symptoms. Doctors should encourage patients to manage their condition rather than constantly being prescribed antibiotics, which are showing signs of becoming impotent against multiresistant bacteria.

Health aspects, Care and treatment, Antibiotics, Respiratory tract infections

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Cold comfort

Article Abstract:

Inadequate storage of vaccines can lead to unreliability and increased risk of serious illness. A study of 42 UK doctors premises revealed many vaccines were not being stored at the correct temperature of 2-8 degrees. Storage capacity was often incorrect, preventing adequate air-flow to keep the right temperature. Vaccines should be monitored throughout the distribution process, ensuring temperature and expiry dates are checked regularly.

Vaccines, Medical supplies

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