Lynn Bozof learned about the deadly effects of meningitis in 1998, when her 20-year-old son, Evan contracted meningococcal disease, an aggressive form of meningitis which starts with flulike symptoms and can end in the patient’s death in just 24 hours.…
Day: February 6, 2015
National Meningitis Association offers resources for patients, families
Lynn Bozof learned about the deadly effects of meningitis in 1998, when her 20-year-old son, Evan contracted meningococcal disease, an aggressive form of meningitis which starts with flulike symptoms and can end in the patient’s death in just 24 hours.…
Hanger study in the works on effects of microprocessor knees on K2 amputees
LAS VEGAS — A study led by Ken R. Kaufman, PhD and Kevin Symms, CPO, is measuring the effects of microprocessor knees on K2 amputees, Kaufman announced at the Hanger Education Fair and National Meeting. Kaufman is W. Hall Wendel,…
Hanger study in the works on effects of microprocessor knees on K2 amputees
LAS VEGAS — A study led by Ken R. Kaufman, PhD and Kevin Symms, CPO, is measuring the effects of microprocessor knees on K2 amputees, Kaufman announced at the Hanger Education Fair and National Meeting. Kaufman is W. Hall Wendel,…
Knowledge of sepsis warning signs can save lives
LAS VEGAS — The ability to recognize the symptoms of sepsis is critical for ICU workers in order to reduce the rate of sepsis-related deaths; but it is also important for O&P practitioners, according to Steven Simpson, MD, professor of…
Knowledge of sepsis warning signs can save lives
LAS VEGAS — The ability to recognize the symptoms of sepsis is critical for ICU workers in order to reduce the rate of sepsis-related deaths; but it is also important for O&P practitioners, according to Steven Simpson, MD, professor of…