European Antibiotic Awareness Day (18 November 2011)
European Antibiotic Awareness Day aims to raise awareness among healthcare staff and the public about how to use antibiotics wisely.
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Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency Alert
Atropine Injection found in box labelled as ‘Adrenaline (Epinephrine) Injection BP 1:1000 For Anaphylaxis'.
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Recall of Colgate Periogard 0.2% Oromucosal Solution
Colgate-Palmolive (UK) Ltd is recalling batches of Periogard.
As this product is a GSL medicine (meaning it can be sold or supplied out with a pharmacy), Colgate-Palmolive (UK) Ltd, in consultation with the MHRA (Medicine and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency), has expanded the scope of this recall to include patient level notification. This notification will be supported by press notifications by the marketing authorisation holder and the MHRA.
For more information see http://www.mhra.gov.uk
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West Lothian Council Scrutiny Report
We have now published our scrutiny report on West Lothian Council's delivery of social work services.
Click here to read the report.
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Be prepared - Norovirus guidance for Care Homes
Health Protection Scotland have published guidance with general information, infection prevention and control precautions to prepare for and manage norovirus. It was written for Care Home settings but could be used in other non-hospital settings where care accommodation services are provided. Norovirus season is fast approaching so don't wait until you have an outbreak prepare now!
Use the document as it is or to update your own policy and procedures for Norovirus. Please remember that this virus can affect children and staff in childcare settings too.
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