For the first time many years, there are new guidelines for treating concussions in this country.
In a breakthrough for brain injury treatment, this week, the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) changed its guidelines on evaluating athletes who show signs of a concussion.
According to studies from the National Association of Women Lawyers (NAWL), http://www.nawl.org/ females are still significantly underrepresented in law firm leadership roles. While females comprise nearly 35 percent of all attorneys, women account for just 15 percent of equity partners — a level that has not changed in over five years.
In more recall news, all lots of the new anemia drug Peginesatide – also known as Omontys – have been recalled because of severe hypersensitivity reactions. Reactions prompt recall
The recently approved product is an injectable drug developed to treat anemia in patients undergoing kidney dialysis.
It took a third warning from the FDA www.fda.gov, but the makers of dietary supplements known as Reumofan Plus and Reumofan Plus Premium issued a recall notice on Feb. 15 after potentially harmful ingredients were found in Reumofan Plus during the FDA’s analysis.
Older workers aged 55 and up are the fastest growing segment of the job market and the most prone to on-the-job injury – according to U.S. Center for Disease Control. http://www.cdc.gov
While the accident happened in a far off country, the recent tragic death in Thailand of a young couple cycling around the world offers a grim reminder of the perils involved in biking.
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More than 1.5 million Americans sustain a traumatic brain injury each year. To raise awareness about this often debilitating injury, The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) will mark Brain Injury Awareness Month – themed “Brain Injury: Anytime, Anywhere, Anyone” – this March.
The flu epidemic continues to grow in this country, with regions like New York and Boston declaring influenza emergencies.
According to the CDC, influenza is widespread in 48 states, with new fatalities reported daily.
