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12,000 Pounds of Blueberries Recalled |
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Last week, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a recall alert at the highest risk level after inspectors found blueberries produced by Alma Pak International in Atlanta, Georgia were contaminated with Listeria. Infection with Listeria is rare, but it can be serious, especially for pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and anyone with a weakened immune system. The recalled organic blueberries were only shipped to one customer before the contamination was caught. |
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“Inflammaging” Tied to Industrialized Environment |
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With aging comes more systemic inflammation as a result of persistent immune system activation. But a new study published in Nature Aging in June calls into question whether this process is universal or a product of our environment. The study compared inflammatory markers in people from Italy, Singapore, Bolivia, and Malaysia, and found those in more rural environments had different inflammatory markers compared to those living in industrialized regions, whose blood samples revealed proteins that signal inflammaging. |
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TODAY'S TOP VITAL |
$4.5 Million |
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The amount six Detroit-area nursing homes must pay residents after mistreatment. Discover the claims made against them here. |
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NURSE ON-CALL |
MYSTERY Dx MINUTE WITH NURSE KEL |
Mystery Diagnosis Minute |
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Hey everyone! We’re finally into July which means our time at the beach, camping trips, backyard barbecues, and graduation parties is officially ramping up! This also means that we’ll be spending a lot more time in the sun.
The month of July is officially UV (ultraviolet) Safety and Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us to refresh our memories on some of the skin cancer diagnoses that come along with excessive UV exposure. So slap on some SPF, grab your sunnies, and let’s get into it!
☀️ This type of skin cancer is the most common type and occurs when the skin is exposed to either natural (the sun) or artificial (tanning bed) UV radiation.
☀️ The lesions of this type of skin cancer can have different appearances such as a pinkish colored growth, or a sore with elevated edges with an indented central region that may seep or bleed.
☀️ This type of skin cancer rarely will migrate from where the tumor is located, however, there are instances where the cancer can become an aggressive form and invade other areas of the body.
Think you know the answer? Click here to see if you’re right!
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Kelly McClure, MLS, BSN, RN, is a freelance healthcare and nursing copywriter from northeast Ohio. She is also TNB’s resident trivia guru.
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The Risks of DEHP |
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In partnership with B. Braun, the Love n' Leary Podcast's latest episode raises awareness about the risks of DEHP, a toxic chemical used in IV bags and other medical devices. Tune in to discover what you should know about DEHP and how you can advocate for safer medical equipment. |
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SUPPLY ROOM |
Daily Hydration Upgrade |
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Hydrate during those long days with a new favorite tumbler in a variety of hot summer colors. |
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BREAK ROOM |
Heartbroken Nurse |
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This nurse influencer has gone viral once again. You won’t be able to guess how she went viral this time. |
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DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS |
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These quick-acting nurses helped save a newborn—then were reunited four months later. Watch the heartwarming story here. |
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