The thermodynamic minimum energy for desalination (the energy required for separating an infinitely small amount of fresh water from salt water) is the same for all processes. Energy differences between processes are due to the difference in efficiency of the process.
June 25, 2003 -- Daily prednisone for 10 days reduces the relapse rate for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) treated and discharged from the emergency room, according to the results of a randomized controlled trial published in the June 26 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine.
Updated January 22, 2017. Prednisone is often used to treat inflammatory conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The side effects of prednisone can be difficult to cope with for many people. The good news is that some side effects can be managed, especially with planning.