... a large-scale, random -control study was conducted in China [67] In this study, nine hundred and eighty HBsAg carrier pregnant women were randomly divided into HBIG group andcontrol group Each ... evolving epidemiologyand implications for control Semin Liver Dis 1991;11:84-92 Alter M Epidemiology of hepatitis B in Europe and worldwide J Hepatol 2003;39:S64-S69 Toukan A Strategy for the control ... of infection, and 2-7% are chronic carriers Acute disease related to HBV is common in these areas because many infections occur in adolescents and adults; however, the high rates of chronic infection...
... compressible and expandable, so weight-to-volume measures must be used In order to standardize air measures, the temperature and pressure measurements may be required For normal temperature and pressure ... given brand are to be used only with a pump of the same brand; the tubes are calibrated specifically for the same brand of pump and may give erroneous results if used with a pump of another brand ... measures, maintenance activities, and employee complaints This review will be used to refine the study criteria and project expectations and to provide the discussion and conclusion elements that...
... owned and controlled by its member cities, counties, and states ICBO is dedicated to public safety in the built environment worldwide through development and promotion of uniform codes and standards, ... Fungi, and Mycotoxins: Health Effects, Assessment, Prevention and Control, Eastern New York Occupational and Environmental Health Center, Albany, NY., 1999 Johanning, E and Yang, C., Eds., Fungi and ... accredited by CLIA and that provides the communication, coordination, and testing capacity required to effectively detect and report outbreaks and exposures is crucial to the future health and safety...
... Health Effects, Assessment, Prevention and Control, Eastern New York Occupational and Environmental Health Center, Albany, NY Johanning, E and Yang, C (1995) Fungi and bacteria in indoor air environments; ... Isobologram of interaction of compounds A and B (From Miller, R.V., Martinez-Miller, C., and Bolin, V., Proc Tenth Int IUPAC Symp on Mycotoxins and Phycotoxins, Ponson and Looijen, Wageningen, 2000 With ... health of the system and the body, the amount of surface area available for contact, and the physical and chemical nature of the chemicals 4.2.6 Metabolism, Activation, and Detoxification A chemical...
... International, Ann Arbor, MI, 2001 Nardell, E and Macher, J., Respiratory infections — transmission and environmental control, in Bioaerosols Assessment and Control, Macher, J., Ed., American Conference ... more information and much more complicated and expensive testing At best, quantifying exposure may not be possible, and an association between known symptoms and known toxic effects and the potential ... formication), changes in reflexes and coordination, and alterations in mood (anxiety and irritability) have been reported Changes in breathing rate and depth and smooth muscle contraction in the...
... contaminants (including the control of humidity and moisture and occasional cleaning and disinfection of wet or moist surfaces), and using good housekeeping practices to control particulates The ... 6.24 CONTROLS Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems can be controlled manually or automatically Most systems are controlled by some combination of manual and automatic controls The control ... HUMIDITY AND CONDENSATE EFFECTS: MANAGEMENT ANDCONTROL Molds and mildew are fungi that grow on object surfaces, within pores, and in deteriorated materials These molds can cause discoloration and...
... chamber and the exhaust stack • Grilles and diffusers — Clean outside air-intake grill and shaft Vacuum diffusers, grills, and registers Reset as needed • Heat exchangers and heating and cooling ... within 24 hours, as mold and bacteria will grow in the fibers and backing and under the carpeting If that happens, remove and throw away the carpeting and pad Also, clean and disinfect the floor ... unit; all fan surfaces, inside and outside; cooling and heating coil banks, including both upstream and downstream coil faces; filter bank support frames; and contiguous control damper assemblies...
... Nosocomial InfectionControl (SENIC) During this landmark study, researchers evaluated many hospitalinfectioncontrol programs and found that hospitals with the lowest nosocomial infection rates ... Standard Precautions hospitals use for all patients and situations, patients with certain infections may need additional infectioncontrol measures for the protection of other patients andhospital ... surveillance andcontrol program: Identify infections Analyze infection data Implement guidelines for the prevention of infections Implement guidelines for control of infections Report infection...
... of handling and breathing contaminants and in the proper work procedures and use and limitations of the respirator(s) I will wear I have been trained in and will abide by the facial hair and ... and service the heating and air conditioning equipment and the control systems of all air-handling units that were under water Registers or diffusers can be removed, washed, decontaminated, and ... monitoring program and procedures Medical surveillance (including medical and exposure recordkeeping procedures) Security procedures Specific work practice controls and engineering controls required...
... Inspection and Maintenance Visual inspection and periodic maintenance are the best ways to control growth of Legionella and related organisms Good maintenance is necessary both to control Legionella ... growth and for effective operation The system should be properly monitored and maintained to prevent build-up of scale and sediment and biofouling, all of which support Legionella growth and reduce ... to ensure continued safe and proper operation Inspect the equipment monthly, and drain and clean quarterly Treat circulating water to control microorganisms, scale, and corrosion Maintenance...
... with sterilizer Sterilization is critical to infectioncontroland is widely used in hospitals on medical and surgical instruments and equipment Gaseous and dry-heat sterilizers are used primarily ... compounds, lye, copper sulfate, and quaternary ammonium compounds Disinfectant products are divided into two major types: hospitaland general use 12.2.2.1 Hospital Disinfectants Hospital disinfectants ... Hospital disinfectants are the most critical to infectioncontroland are used on medical and dental instruments, floors, walls, bed linens, toilet seats, and other surfaces 12.2.2.2 General Use Disinfectants...
... reference standards, and traceability to National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards help ensure accurate measurements Specific attention is given to the wet- and dry-bulb ... occupational safety and health standards promulgated under this Act B Each employee will comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant ... actions and conduct For biological decontamination work, both 29 CFR 1910 (Industry Standard) and 29 CFR 1926 (Construction Standard) are applicable The original Superfund regulations and the...
... rigorous proficiency standards and tests, and track individual training and proficiency The joint staff, commanders-in-chief, and the military services should increase chemical and biological exercises ... field studies and investigations; monitor injury and disease patterns and potential disease outbreaks; and provide technical assistance and consultations on disease and injury prevention and precautions ... about chemical and biological weapons and agents, detectors, and protection and decontamination equipment 15.11 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES The Department of Health and Human Services...
... had been randomised to the GDT group and 60 patients to the control group The groups were well matched for age, sex, blood loss, type of surgery and anaesthetic technique (Table 1) andcontrol ... of hospital stay and mortality Patients were assigned to GDT or control groups by computer-generated random sequence Study group assignments were placed in serially numbered opaque envelopes Randomisation ... optimisation and length of hospital stay after repair of proximal femoral fracture: randomised controlled trial BMJ 1997, 315:909-912 Venn R, Steele A, Richardson P, Poloniecki J, Grounds M, Newman P: Randomized...
... to control infections involving multiply resistant E faecium and faecium, MRSA, Aeromonas species, ESBL producing E coli, P aeruginosa, K pneumoniae, and S maltophilia Attempts to controlinfection ... tomography from three patients showed fluid and opaque material in the ethmoid, maxillary, and sphenoid sinuses (Figure 6a, 6b) and purulent material and sand was removed via repeated washouts Cultures ... Table Yeast and mould species isolated from blood cultures, respiratory tracts, serum, and wounds Isolate Aspergillus fumigatus Location rt/w Candida albicans bc/rt/s/w Candida glabrata w Candida...
... of 43 persons with CFS and 26 of 53 healthy controls from Wichita, KS and 22 of 32 persons with CFS and 30 of 51 healthy controls from Georgia Persons with CFS and healthy controls had similar ... RMH and WH conceived and designed the study WCR and VRF provided specimens and data on study population HJ, HZ, ST, AS, GS, NB, and OH performed specimen testing and data analysis with WMS and ... XMRV-specific gag and a polymerase (pol) assay that detects xenotropic and polytropic MuLV The XMRV specific assay uses the primers GAG-O-F and GAG-O-R and GAG-I-F and GAG-I-R for the primary and nested...
... his experience and presents a resuscitation program incorporating feedback, communication requirements and clinical targets (Figures and 2) Accuracy and practicality of the Parkland formula are ... a 35 year retrospective and commentary on the present state of the Parkland formula This standard for burn resuscitation has recently been critiqued in multiple studies and a recent editorial ... requirements and edema formation in a variety of preclinical trials Unfortunately, patient data is limited and multicenter prospective validation has not been attempted Sepsis andInfection in...
... Andong Daegu Busan Andong Waegwan Gangjung Daegu Gumho Riv Goryung Brd Hwang Riv Jeokpo Brd Namji RESULTS AND DISCUSSION Nam Riv Fig shows the sampling points along of Nakdong River in May, and ... excluding Namji and Nam River in May 2002 Yeast Two-hybrid assay and ELISA method for Nakdong River water revealed that estrogenic substances and activity is distributed over the whole middle and downstream ... E2, E1, and APE concentrations for the secondary treatment water and for ozone treatment water in the sewage treatment plants than for the inflow water (Figure3 and Table 2) In domestic and industrial...