Improving identification and awareness of hepatitis C

Article Abstract:

Hepatitis C is a viral infection of the liver, and is described as a silent epidemic as most of those infected give no symptoms over a long period. Improvements in screening, treatment and public awareness are needed in order to reduce potential death from liver disease related to infection, which would reduce morbidity and mortality.

France, Care and treatment, Diagnosis, Risk factors, Hepatitis C

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Improving the prevention of cardiovascular disease

Article Abstract:

The guidance and evidence on prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and the implications for nurses are discussed. Nurses play an important role in the prevention of CVD by taking the lead in the both systematic and opportunistic CVD risk assessment.

Management dynamics, Management, Cardiovascular diseases, Company business management, Cardiovascular disease nursing, Cover story

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Improving medication safety

Article Abstract:

Errors in prescribing and administering medication can have serious consequences. A department of health report, U.K., gives practical suggestions for the prevention of error.

Reports, United Kingdom. Department of Health, Medication errors

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