Tag: Wound Care
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Xylazine Crisis: The ‘Zombifying’ Drug Driving Widespread Wounds and Amputations in the US and UK
The Xylazine Epidemic: What It Is and Why It Matters Xylazine, commonly known on the street as “tranq,” is a powerful sedative that has drifted from veterinary use into human drug markets. Often mixed with fentanyl to intensify and prolong effects, xylazine is contributing to a surge in overdose deaths in the United States and…
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Xylazine Crisis: Zombifying Drug Wounds and Overdoses
What is Xylazine and why is it alarming? Xylazine, commonly known as tranq, is a potent animal sedative that has quietly moved from veterinary clinics to the streets. Although it was first developed in the 1960s as a medicine for controlling blood pressure, it never became a human-approved drug. In recent years, it has appeared…
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AI-Enhanced Hydrogel Dressings for Wound Monitoring
Introduction to AI-Enhanced Hydrogel Dressings Chronic wounds, including diabetic ulcers, pressure ulcers, and articular wounds, pose significant challenges to healthcare systems worldwide. Traditional wound management practices often fall short in providing timely and accurate assessments of healing progress. Enter AI-enhanced hydrogel dressings, a pioneering solution that promises to revolutionize wound monitoring and treatment. What are…