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Nicaraguan Abortion Ban Increasing Maternal Deaths, Violating Human Rights, Amnesty International Says
Amnesty International on Monday launched a campaign to repeal a 2006 Nicaraguan law that bans abortion procedures in all circumstances, including rape, incest or danger to the woman"s life, the Los Angeles Times reports. The group said the law is a violation of human rights and has increased maternal deaths. According to a new Amnesty International report, the law puts Nicaragua among the 3% of nations that do not allow abortion under any circumstances. According to the Times, Nicaragua has one of Latin America"s highest rates of sexual violence, and much of the abuse is perpetrated by fathers, uncles or other relatives.According to the report, at least half of reported rapes are of minors, and most of those who become pregnant are younger than age 15. Citing statistics from the Nicaraguan Health Ministry, the report found that 33 women and girls died from pregnancy-related complications in the first 19 weeks of this year, and 20 died in the same period in 2008. The report adds that the real numbers likely are much higher.Kate Gilmore, executive deputy secretary-general of Amnesty International, said, "A festering, debilitating human rights situation (is) bringing grave fear, threat, harm and even death to Nicaragua"s girl children and women." Leonel Arguello, president of the Nicaraguan Society of General Medicine, said, "Not being allowed to do everything to save your patient goes against medical ethics." He added that many physicians decline to treat pregnant women in obstetric emergencies or delay treatment because they fear breaking the law. The law includes penalties of eight years in prison for women who have abortions or physicians who provide the procedure.According to the Times, Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega expressed support for the law during the 2006 election season to gain support of the Roman Catholic Church and return to power. The ban ended a 100-year-old exception that had allowed abortion when the woman"s health was at risk. Gilmore said that Ortega refused to meet with Amnesty International officials to discuss the report. In addition, the health minister dismissed the group"s findings of a growing mortality rate among pregnant women as unfounded (Wilkinson, Los Angeles Times, 7/28).
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Vetericyn Inc. Launches Equine Wound & Infection Product Utilizing FDA-Cleared Technology

Vetericyn Inc., a California-based animal healthcare company, has announced the launch of its new Vetericyn™ equine product, available in a 16-ounce trigger spray for horses. Vetericyn™ utilizes an FDA-cleared technology that has been used to successfully treat over one million human patients without a single serious adverse effect. Now, the innovative topical wound-care product is available to the animal healthcare market. Vetericyn™ is the first non-toxic broad-spectrum antimicrobial on the market. The landscape-altering wound and infection control technology works naturally with the animal"s immune system to kill bacteria (including staph and drug-resistant MRSA), viruses, fungi and spores without harming healthy tissue. Vetericyn™ utilizes a proprietary and non-cytotoxic formulation of an oxychlorine compound, similar to that produced by the animal"s own immune system, which can be applied locally to an infection site to facilitate healing. Key benefits of Vetericyn™ include: - Broad spectrum infection treatment - Vetericyn™ is scientifically designed to treat a wide variety of wounds, skin ulcers and abrasions. It can be used to treat hot spots, ring worm, pigeon fever, rain and cinch rot, eye and ear infections, fungal infections, skin rashes, cuts and burns, post-surgical incisions and topical infections. - Accelerated healing time - Wounds treated with Vetericyn™ have demonstrated a reduction in healing time of up to 60 percent. In vitro results show that Vetericyn™ can safely kill 99.9999 percent of most single-cell pathogens within 30 seconds. Treatment with Vetericyn™ more than doubles the oxygen supply at the wound site within 30 seconds and maintains that level for up to 36 hours. This increased oxygen and the eradication of infection are responsible for the accelerated healing time. - Reduces inflammation and eliminates odor - Vetericyn™ inhibits the release of histamines which causes chronic wound inflammation. Wound odor is also eliminated by killing bacteria, helping to keep flies and other pests away from outdoor animals during treatment. - Safe as water - Vetericyn™ is pH neutral and can be used safely in the eyes, mouth and nose without stinging, irritation or shock. It will not cause injury if ingested by animals. Because Vetericyn™ works in the same way as an animal"s immune system, the body recognizes it as a friendly infection-treating ally. - Convenient for anyone to use anywhere - As a one-step cleanser and dressing, Vetericyn™ eliminates the need for multiple products and treatment steps, allowing for the healing to begin immediately. Vetericyn™ is ready for immediate use with no mixing or dilution required. Unlike betadine or iodine, gloves and other safety equipment are not required to apply Vetericyn™ and there is no staining or mess. Vetericyn™ is a "no-rinse" formula, leaving no film or residue that needs to be cleaned off the animal. - Extended shelf life, remains sterile - Unlike saline, a container of Vetericyn™ will remain sterile after opening. Users simply recap tightly and store at room temperature out of direct sun. Electrolyzed water has been in use for decades, but past formulations have limited shelf life. Vetericyn has a shelf life of 18 months. - Environmentally friendly - Vetericyn™ is as safe on the environment as it is on the patient. The non-toxic, pH neutral formula does not require any special handling or disposal precautions. Vetericyn solution is 100 percent biodegradable. - Safe for Competition - Vetericyn™ is steroid- and antibiotic-free. Because it contains no banned substances, it "tests free" on competitive horses. The 16-ounce trigger spray formula is ideal for large animals. It should be sprayed directly on animals to treat wounds. Vetericyn can also be used as a preventative measure by spraying on tack and blankets that are moved from animal to animal. The product fits conveniently in a saddlebag, and riders are encouraged to take Vetericyn™ along on rides in order to treat any injuries as soon as they occur. Vetericyn Inc.


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