Thursday, 13 October 2016

Health News Alert: More than 500,000 patients at risk for deadly bacterial infection linked to device used in cardiac surgery

Federal health officials advise patients who had open heart (open-chest) surgery to seek medical attention if they experience night sweats, muscles aches, fatigue or fever. Patients may not develop symptoms or signs of infection for months after initial exposure.
   
 
News Alert Thu., Oct. 13, 2016 1:00 p.m.
 
 
More than 500,000 patients at risk for deadly bacterial infection linked to device used in cardiac surgery
Federal health officials advise patients who had open heart (open-chest) surgery to seek medical attention if they experience night sweats, muscles aches, fatigue or fever. Patients may not develop symptoms or signs of infection for months after initial exposure.
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