Some Surgeons Still Using Morcellators in Uterine Surgery
The Wall Street Journal reports that some surgeons are still using morcellators in gynecological surgery despite FDA warnings against its use due to the risk of spreading cancer.
Texas Abilify Diabetes Lawyer
Bristol-Myers Squibb fails to warn about a 7-fold increased risk of type-2 diabetes associated with Abilify, according to a recent lawsuit. Unfortunately, diabetes is a chronic medical condition that can cause permanent side effects. Abilify Diabetes Lawsuit In August 2014,...
OxyElite Pro Class Action Lawsuit Settled for $2 Million
September 24, 2014 -- Law360.com reports that USPLabs and GNC have agreed to pay $2 million to settle a class action lawsuit in Florida involving OxyElite Pro and Jack3D, workout supplements that were recalled. The consumer class action (PDF) was...
“Just for Men” Allergic Reaction
The most common skin reaction from Just for Men is allergic contact dermatitis, which causes a painful rash. Hispanic and African American men may also develop skin discoloration. “Just for Men” Allergic Reaction Allergic reactions are a known side effect...
Hearth & Home Gas Fireplace Recalled for Gas Leak Fire Hazard
September 23, 2014 -- Hearth & Home Technologies is recalling about 20,000 gas fireplaces, stoves, inserts and log sets because the gas valves in the unit can leak, posing a fire hazard. No incidents of product failure related to these...
700 Babies Exposed to Tuberculosis in Texas Hospital
September 23, 2014 -- The City of El Paso Department of Public Health has determined that more than 700 babies born at Providence Memorial Hospital between September 1, 2013 and August 16, 2014 may have been exposed to a healthcare...
Consumer Group Wants Stronger Warnings on Antibiotics
September 22, 2014 -- A consumer safety organization has submitted several petitions to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) demanding stronger warnings about peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage), mitochondrial toxicity, and psychiatric adverse events. The Citizen Petitions were filed by...
New Studies Link Birth Defects to SSRI Antidepressants
September 22, 2014 -- The New York Times has published a column that summarizes current evidence linking the use of SSRI antidepressants with an increased risk of birth defects. Depression is a serious illness that can get worse during pregnancy,...
Mirena IUD Lawsuit Filed for Rectal Perforation
September 22, 2014 -- A lawsuit has been filed by a woman who says Bayer’s Mirena intrauterine device (IUD) perforated her uterus and migrated into her rectum, according to Courthouse News. According to the complaint, the plaintiff received the IUD...
Serotonin Syndrome Linked to Anti-Nausea Drugs
September 22, 2014 -- Health officials in Canada and Australia are warning about the risk of serotonin syndrome from certain that serotonin-blocking cancer medications that are used to treat nausea and vomiting in cancer patients. The Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration...