Embryotoxicity of methylparaben to zebrafish (Danio rerio) early-life stages.

Methylparaben (MeP) is widely used as preservative in personal care products, food commodities and pharmaceuticals due to its antimicrobial properties. Its widespread use resulted in the contamination of aquatic environment and raised concerns about the potential adverse effects on human health, especially in the developing organisms. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the embryotoxicity of MeP in zebrafish early-life stages applying the benchmark-dose (BMD) methodology to Fish embryo acute toxicity (FET) tests-OECD guideline 236.

Streamlining the OR.

Streamlining the OR can increase physician and staff member satisfaction and improve efficiencies. Leaders at the West Florida Division for Healthcare Corporation of America took on the task of streamlining technology and processes for 16 facilities with the goal of surgical volume growth. After assessing the current processes, the team developed a plan to streamline the OR in four major areas.

Do primary care providers screen for eating disorders?

This study was designed to evaluate the differences in nutritional assessments when performed by nurse practitioners, physicians, and physician assistants. Complete patient histories and physical records were assessed with the focus on the detection and prevention of eating disorders in female adolescents. Data included medical records of 111 female adolescents from a family practice with three separate sites.