Vitamin controversy
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Children who received vitamin K injections at birth have a twofold greater risk of developing leukaemia, according to a study by Jean Golding of the Institute of Child Health, Bristol, UK. The findings, which suggest a tentative link, involved the comparison of the records of 558 healthy children born between 1965 and 1987 in Avon, UK, and 111 children which developed cancer. The implications of vitamin K deficiency are discussed, together with details of the difference between the intramuscular and oral prophylaxis.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1992
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Parenteral nutrition
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Total parenteral nutrition (TPN) is undertaken for medical or surgical patients who are suffering from malnutrition and helps to lower morbidity or mortality rates of patients. Methods of giving TPN are either via the central intravenous route or peripherally. However, there are risks involved with TPN including sepsis and bacterial translocation.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1992
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Covering baby. (insurance for pregnant women)
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Babycover is a new insurance scheme for pregnant women and offers cover if the baby is born with certain physical or mental disabilities. Coverage is from 25,000 pounds sterling to 100,000 pounds sterling with premiums raning between 85 pounds sterling and 340 pounds sterling.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1992
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