Examining Pandemic-related Substance Abuse Risks in EMS, First Responders
A national survey of 2,801 first responders and found that nearly 40% reported using substances to relieve emotional discomfort experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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N95 Dry Heat Disinfection Effective
A readily available method using dry ovens can be used to disinfect N95s for reuse, in settings where new masks may not be available, according to findings published in Plos One.
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Healthcare Workers Three-times More Likely to be Infected by SARS-CoV-2
Healthcare workers were three times more likely to become infected during with SARS-CoV-2 compared to the general population, with 20% asymptomatic and unaware they had COVID-19, according to a study published in ERJ Open Research.
60-70% of KN95 Masks Tested Don’t Meet Minimum Standards
An analysis by researchers at ECRI found that 60% to 70% of imported KN95 masks do not filter 95% of aerosol particulates, and do not meet US standards for effectiveness.
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Dräger Opens N95 Production Facility
Dräger has opened a new production facility in Montgomeryville, Pa that will manufacture and distribute N95 masks.
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COVID-19 Infection Risk 3.4 Times Greater for Healthcare Workers
Frontline healthcare workers had a 3.4-times greater risk of contracting the novel coronavirus compared to the general population.
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Preventing Aerosolized Transmission of COVID-19 to Healthcare Workers
With the novel coronavirus able to survive in an aerosolized state for hours, respiratory therapists conducting nebulizer treatments are at increased risk of contracting SARS-CoV-2.
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Plastic Canopy Protected HCW from COVID-19 During Ventilation
Researchers have designed a cost-effective, constant flow plastic canopy system that can help to protect healthcare workers who are at risk of airborne coronavirus infection while delivering noninvasive ventilation or oxygen via high flow nasal cannula.
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Remote Communication Tool Protects Healthcare Workers from Infection
A communication management system can help minimize the exposure of healthcare workers while still providing personalized patient care.
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What a New York RT’s Day Looks Like
The New York Times profiled a New York City respiratory therapist and gave a detailed look at the RT’s everyday routine during COVID-19.
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Sterrad Sterilization Devices Granted EUA to Decontaminate N95 Masks
The FDA authorized the Sterrad 100S Cycle, Sterrad NX Standard Cycle, and Sterrad 100NX Express Cycle from Advanced Sterilization Products.
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FDA Okays Steris H2O2 Decontamination for N95 Masks
The FDA has issued an EUA to decontaminate N95 respirators for reuse to Steris Corp for the Steris V-Pro 1 Plus devices.
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Countless Healthcare Workers Sickened by Coronavirus
Increasing numbers of healthcare workers are being infected by COVID-19, with over 100 HCW fatalities reported worldwide.
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Thirdhand Smoke Can Transfer Cigarette VOCs to Indoor Spaces
Volatile organic compounds from cigarette smoke can cling to human bodies and clothing and be transferred in large quantities to indoor, non-smoking environments, exposing people to the equivalent of up to 10 cigarettes.
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Infection Control: Healthcare Workers Routinely Contaminated with Respiratory Viruses
The skin, clothing and equipment of healthcare workers are routinely contaminated with respiratory viruses after patient care, indicating greater need for infection control measures.
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