AsianScientist reports that inaccurate allergy labels, particularly for Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), can limit treatment options for patients with suspected drug allergies in Hong Kong, leading to potentially poorer outcomes for conditions like stroke. A study by the University of Hong Kong found that stroke patients with NSAID allergy labels were more likely to face mortality and adverse cardiovascular events, with many patients incorrectly labelled as allergic to NSAIDs. The researchers recommend expanded drug allergy testing and innovative strategies to improve accurate labelling and ensure appropriate treatment for patients at risk for cardiovascular diseases.
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Dinners involving ministers, Fujian gang member Su Haijin complied with COVID-19 measures: Sam Goi
Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: Businessman Sam Goi defended private dinners involving convicted money launderer Su Haijin and Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat, labour chief Ng Chee Meng, and Health Minister Ong Ye Kung, stating they complied with COVID-19 measures. Goi provided specific dates, confirming that gatherings were within...
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