System 4: the four-layer bandage system from SSL International

The System 4 multi-layer system (SSL International) is a compression regime indicated for the treatment of venous leg ulceration. Compression bandaging has become the main treatment for effective healing rates in this type of leg ulcer. System 4 is simple to use and cost-effective.

The management of commonhold properties in Australia, France and the USA: part II

Examines the French approach to residential commonhold management, the over‐regulation in commonhold management in France and the problems that this causes. Considers the implications of the French system for the introduction of commonhold in the UK. Concludes that UK commonhold management is likely to follow a less highly regulated path than France, having more in common with the legislation in Australia and the USA.

Zinc profiles in rheumatoid arthritis

Evidence has accumulated which suggests that zinc may play an important role in immune function and inflammation. In this study we examined the zinc status in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), osteoarthritis, other rheumatic diseases and healthy controls. Results indicate that serum and plasma zinc levels are decreased significantly in patients with RA. Reduced zinc values may be due to decreased albumin-bound and micromolecular protein-bound zinc.