Florida Vets May Have Been Exposed to Hepatitis and HIV From Contaminated Scopes
CNN is reporting today that thousands of veterans in Florida may have been exposed to hepatitis and HIV due to contaminated scopes and other equipment after receiving colonoscopies at the Miami Veterans Affairs Healthcare System. To read more from CNN.com, CLICK HERE. The Miami Herald is reporting, “On Monday, the VA disclosed that water tubes and reservoirs used in colonoscopies and endoscopies were being rinsed between procedures, but not disinfected as required by manufacturer's specifications. About 3,260 South Florida veterans had medical procedures since May 2004 using the faulty procedure.” For more from The Miami Herald article, CLICK HERE.
IP LifeLine: Keeping it Together When Things Fall Apart: Maintaining Balance When Life Gets Messy
July 25th 2024Balancing personal struggles and professional responsibilities during crises requires self-awareness, self-compassion, healthy boundaries, and support networks. Embrace these strategies to navigate and overcome challenges.
