Publications by authors named "J J Herbst"
Globally, abuse of older people (AOP) affects one in six individuals aged 60 years and older every year. Despite the widespread prevalence of AOP, evidence-based interventions for preventing and responding to this issue are insufficient. To address this gap, WHO proposed an initiative to accelerate the development of effective interventions for AOP across all country income levels.
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- Fragrances are prevalent in many everyday products, including perfumes and air fresheners, and can also be found in unexpected sources like workplaces, often hidden even in "fragrance free" items.
- Allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) caused by fragrances is a common issue, emphasizing the need for both patients and healthcare providers to be informed about it for effective management.
- This review highlights the chemistry and prevalence of fragrance-related ACD, provides guidance on patch testing, and stresses the importance of educating patients on avoiding triggers to improve treatment success.
Objective: Traditional pain management pathways following craniotomy are predicated on opioids. However, narcotics can confound critical neurological examination, contribute to respiratory depression, lower the seizure threshold, and lead to medication habituation, dependence, and/or abuse. Alternative medications to better address postoperative pain while mitigating opioid-related adverse effects remain insufficiently studied.
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