Defibrillator RecallWritten by S.Burns
Defibrillator RecallGuidant Corporation has just recalled thousands of cardiac defibrillators around world because of potentially fatal failures with devices. This recall happened on Friday, June 17 2005 after at least two deaths have occurred since end of May. As of now there are about 38,000 patients in US with Guidant brand defibrillators and reports have indicated these machines have failed 45 times so far. The FDA said in a statement that they did not mandate Guidant to recall their products, but still supported decision. Guidant has known that there were potential problems with Prizm
| | How to Know if You Need Vitamin SupplementsWritten by Jeff Matson
Taking vitamin and mineral supplements is perhaps one of most controversial issues regarding healthy living. The lack of vitamins in your diet can be unhealthy, but too many vitamins can also put your health in danger. So, how do you know if taking vitamin and mineral supplements is necessary for you? Ask yourself following questions in order to determine if you may need vitamin supplementation for a healthier lifestyle: - Am I Stressed? If you are constantly stressed-out due to work, relationships, family or any other situation, your adrenal glands may be working overtime. This can potentially cause fatigue and headaches.
Treatment: Vitamin B Complex, Vitamin E and Vitamin C supplements can help with this problem. - Is My Immune System Up to Par? Do you constantly find yourself catching colds and flu more frequently than others? You may need to boost your immune system with vitamins and minerals which provide nutrients needed to fight these viruses.
Treatment: Vitamin C supplement, Zinc and Manganese will do trick. - Do I smoke? I'm sure you're aware that this habit is unhealthy but smoking uses up vitamin C and puts you at higher risk of osteoporosis.
Treatment: Vitamin C supplements and calcium supplements will help reduce your chances of osteoporosis and provide you with adequate amount of vitamin C. - Am I Pregnant? Pregnant and hormonal women often lack in vitamin B-6. If you do not receive enough of this vitamin it can be harmful to you and your baby.
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