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Patient Photos Displayed in EHRs Can Enhance Patient Safety
A new study published by JAMA Network Open says displaying patient photographs in EHRs can reduce wrong-patient order entry errors.
FDA Cautions Use of Face Masks with Metal During MRIs Poses Patient Safety Risk
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration cautions that patients can be injured if wearing face masks with metal features or coating during an MRI exam.
The Joint Commission Says Hospitals Should Prioritize Seven Patient Safety Goals in 2021
The Joint Commission’s seven patient safety goals it says should be the prioritized by hospitals in the coming year.
MLMIC Insight: Neurosurgical Malpractice Risks
MLMIC’s insured neurosurgeons are encouraged to review resources that will provide an understanding of the unique risks associated with the specialty and reduce the likelihood of exposure to medical professional liability.
Risk Management Checklists: Opioid Management
MLMIC encourages policyholders to review these important Risk Management Checklists on opioid management, including guidance on managing patients with chronic pain and managing drug seeking patients.
New Guidance on Glucose Monitoring Tools Can Help Diabetic Patients Exercise Safely
Physicians can now turn to new guidance when advising diabetic patients on how to use modern glucose monitoring devices to exercise safely.
FDA Grants an EUA for Bamlanivimab to Treat COVID-19 Patients Who Meet Certain Criteria
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted Eli Lilly and Company an emergency use authorization for bamlanivimab to treat mild-to-moderate COVID-19 in adult and pediatric patients.
FAQs: What Dentists Should Know About the COVID-19 Vaccine and Trials
The coronavirus continues to affect our daily lives, but there is light at the end of the tunnel. Take a look at our FAQs for dentists about the COVID-19 vaccine, trials and what it means for dental practices.
FDA Approves Veklury for Treatment of COVID-19 Patients Who Meet Certain Criteria
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the antiviral drug remdesivir, sold as Veklury, to treat COVID-19 patients who meet specific criteria.
Dental Amalgam Is Safe, Says the American Dental Association
Dental amalgam is “durable, safe and effective” despite containing mercury, the American Dental Association reaffirmed, responding to a recent statement by the Food and Drug Administration.