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IPV Phasitron 5 breathing circuits help provide therapy to promote ventilation. Certain devices may expose patients to high levels of nickel.
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OPS emite alerta epidemiológica por casos de sarampión en las Américas
PAHO issues epidemiological alert for measles cases in the Americas
Cristina Mitchell
31 Oct 2024
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Incubator/Warmer Correction: GE Healthcare Updates Use Instructions for Giraffe OmniBed and Giraffe Omnibed CareStation due to Risk of Heater Door Falling and Causing Infant Injury
The heater door of Giraffe Omnibed, CareStation infant incubators/ warmers may fall off if instructions are not followed, potentially injuring patients.
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FDA Roundup: October 29, 2024
FDA Roundup: October 29, 2024
http://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-roundup-october-29-2024
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La OPS observa el Día Internacional de los Cuidados y el Apoyo, llamando a apoyar a las personas dependientes y a los cuidadores
PAHO observes International Day of Care and Support, calling for support for dependent people and their caregivers
Cristina Mitchell
29 Oct 2024
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Update: Use of GE HealthCare EVair and EVair 03 Compressors – Letter to Health Care Providers
The recommendations for EVair Compressor use have been updated by GE HealthCare.
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Air Compressor Device Correction: GE HealthCare Provides Updates to EVair Compressors Due to Final Formaldehyde Testing Results
These air compressor devices’ instructions for use have been updated by GE HealthCare.
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FDA Roundup: October 25, 2024
FDA Roundup: October 25, 2024
http://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-roundup-october-25-2024
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Tracheostomy Tube Recall: Smiths Medical Removes BLUselect, BLUgriggs, and BLUperc Tracheostomy Tube Kits due to Potential Disconnection of Pilot Balloon
BLUselect tracheostomy tubes are used for artificial airways. Some lots may have an issue where the pilot balloon disconnects.
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Assistive Arm Correction: Kinova Issues Correction for Jaco Assistive Robotic Arm due to Fire Hazard and Burn Risk
Jaco assistive robotic arms are used when people have little or no arm mobility but a damaged arm contacting part of the wheelchair is a fire hazard.