Dallas’ Vigilant Software Launches Verify Labeling Platform for Hospital ICUs Overwhelmed by COVID

Dallas’ Vigilant Software Launches Verify Labeling Platform for Hospital ICUs Overwhelmed by COVID

Example of an IV label created with the Verify platform [Image: Vigilant Software] Hospitals are high-tech workplaces with proton-beam therapies, handheld ultrasound, and the latest imaging technologies. But when an ICU nurse labels an IV bag or syringe, it’s often done the old-fashioned way—with a hastily scrawled, handwritten note. Today, Dallas-based Vigilant Software launched a […]

Intravenous infusions secures credit facility for new factory

Intravenous infusions secures credit facility for new factory

Intravenous Infusions PLC, a Ghanaian pharmaceutical company, has secured a medium-term loan facility of US$3.2 million from Ecobank Ghana Ltd under the government’s stimulus package to build a new factory. A new plant and machinery have already been procured and delivered to the factory awaiting installation. This was after the company had received approval from […]

"I wouldn't have my children without plasma donors" says Radcliffe mum

“I wouldn’t have my children without plasma donors” says Radcliffe mum

(2) A MUM is calling for more plasma donors in Bolton after kindhearts enabled her to have children. Danielle Morley, 37, a Radcliffe sales director, developed a blood disorder, immune thrombocytopenic purpra (ITP) in her first pregnancy. Her immune system attacked her own platelets, the tiny cells that make blood clot, putting her at risk […]

Germany urged to boost early testing to tackle Alzheimer’s disease

Germany urged to boost early testing to tackle Alzheimer’s disease

“The national dementia strategy in Germany is mainly centred on the nursing care of dementia patients," an expert has said, stressing that more emphasis should be placed in particular on "general information for the population regarding early diagnosis and the chances of therapy". [ Shutterstock/pikselstock ] Germany has already launched numerous initiatives to combat Alzheimer’s […]

R.I. ‘integrated medicine’ doctor’s license suspended for 5 years

PROVIDENCE — An “integrated medicine” doctor in Rhode Island who specializes in adult and child psychiatry has lost his license after an investigation was conducted by Rhode Island’s Board of Medical Licensure. Dr. Mark R. Brody, who allegedly incorporates homeopathy and natural remedies into patient care, has lost his license for the next five years […]

Govt grants US$3.2 million stimulus package to indigenous pharmaceutical firm

Govt grants US$3.2 million stimulus package to indigenous pharmaceutical firm

Issac Osei, Board Chair of Intravenous Infusions PLC. • Government has granted a medium-term facility of US$3.2 million to Intravenous Infusions PLC •The facility is expected to assist the firm to undergo some expansion projects •The firm is also collaborating with the KNUST-School of Pharmacy on research and product development Government has granted a medium-term […]

2 Saudi aircraft carrying coronavirus medical supplies arrive in Tunisia

2 Saudi aircraft carrying coronavirus medical supplies arrive in Tunisia

The supplies include 100 ventilators, 90 portable ventilators, 169 oxygen concentrators, 150 oxygen generators, 150 electric medical beds, 27 vital signs monitors, and 21 patient monitors, 4 ECG patient monitors, 3,000,000 surgical masks, 1,000,000 N95 masks, 500,000 medical gloves, 180 pulse oximeters, 25 intravenous infusions pumps, 25 intravenous drug pumps, 9 defibrillators, 15 video laryngoscopes, […]

A simple fix for iron deficiency in women: intravenous infusions | COMMENTARY

A simple fix for iron deficiency in women: intravenous infusions | COMMENTARY

Gov. Larry Hogan recently announced a four-year, $72 million program to support maternal and child health with an emphasis on prevention and early intervention. “By investing in access to prenatal care, postpartum care and child health visits,” the governor said, “we can improve a wide range of outcomes that potentially impact the health of multiple […]