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Sep-1-09 Las Vegas, NV "My husband, son and I contracted an upper respiratory infection last November," says Darlene. "We stopped coughing and recovered about 3 weeks later but my husband didn't get better so he was prescribed Actos . He never got over it and I believe Actos caused his death." "My husband was a diabetic for years but it was under control so... - Family Awarded $2 Million Settlement in Asbestos Mesothelioma Case
Sep-1-09 Bloomington, IL Leslie Corry's husband worked at Union Asbestos & Rubber Company during the 1950s, and was exposed to asbestos fibers on a regular basis. And he brought those toxic fibers home on his clothing, exposing his wife, who later died of asbestos mesothelioma resulting from secondary exposure. Earlier this month a jury awarded Mrs... - D-I-V-O-R-C-E a Four-Letter Word in the Wrong Hands
Sep-1-09 Wernersville, PA The ongoing revelations with regard to the separation of the infamous Jon and Kate, of Jon & Kate Plus 8 fame is once again a stark reminder that divorce is happening all around us. If you haven't gone through a divorce, someone you know has been touched by family law . Your kids have friends who have to schedule visits with Daddy e... - Report Outlines Treatment Recommendations Regarding Antidepressants and Pregnancy
Aug-26-09 Washington, DC Women who take Paxil and are worried about Paxil side effects now have a little guidance regarding antidepressant use while pregnant. A joint report released on August 21, 2009, and issued by The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the American Psychiatric Association (APA), has set out treatment recommendation... - Levaquin Still a Threat, Victim Questions Impartiality of the FDA
Aug-31-09 Harrisburg, PA This is a story primarily about Levaquin and Levaquin side effects , including Levaquin tendon ruptures and various other adverse reactions to the Levaquin medication. However an underlying theme is the ongoing criticism of the pharmaceutical industry and concern for how the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is funded. John Fratti... - When the Patient Goes Home, So Does the Hospital MSRA Infection
Aug-31-09 Atlanta, GA An MRSA infection , or 'super bug' due to its resistance to common antibiotics, frequently accompanies a patient out of the hospital and piggybacks into patient homes, according to recent research appearing in Archives of Internal Medicine. An individual beset with a MRSA staph infection—which are often hospital acquired infections&mda... - Blood Clot Risk for Yasmin Birth Control 6.3 Fold Above Baseline
Aug-31-09 Toronto, ON Concern over the Yasmin birth control pill and Yasmin side effects center on thrombosis, or blood clots--Yaz blood clots, according to some. However, there remains a blood clot risk for all oral contraceptives, although some pose a higher risk than others. The Yasmin pill is an example of one of the newer oral contraceptives that carry a hi... - Airline Fume Event Leaves Attendent Sickened by Toxic Air
Terry Williams, a flight attendant for 17 years with American Airlines, has filed a product liability lawsuit against Boeing and McDonnell Douglas, aircraft manufacturers associated with the MD-82 aircraft she worked on when she was allegedly exposed to toxic air. On April 11, 2007, on flight No. 843 she says she noticed a "misty haze type of smoke"... - CPI Foods Recalls Non Fat Dry Milk Because of Possible Salmonella Contamination
CPI Foods, Inc of Dallas, TX, is recalling approximately 15,000 (net wt. 20g) packets of non fat dry milk because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Non Fat Dry Milk packets are components of CPI Foods shelf stable meal kits distributed to various community service companies in Texas, Oklahoma, Arizona, West Virginia, Nor... - Whistleblower Round-up: $450,000 For Expelled Nursing Student
Aug-30-09 Jasper, GA While some may view whistleblowers as proverbial 'rats,' whistleblowing can be both morally satisfying and financially lucrative—although the incentive must always be on the former. The need and the freedom to speak out are protected by a whistleblower act. Whistleblower laws exist to encourage whistleblower cases and to shield the whi... - Paxil Reportedly Linked to Sexual Dysfunction
Aug-30-09 Milwaukee, WI Among the list of drug side effects that people might not expect to read about, sexual dysfunction probably ranks close to the top. However, some medications, including antidepressants such as Paxil, have reportedly been linked to an increased incidence of sexual dysfunction. Furthermore, a study has linked Paxil to a risk of impaired fer... - Canadian Health Officials Announce Foodborne Illness Recall, Could Have US Implications
Aug-30-09 Ottawa, ON A foodborne illness recall originating from Canada is always a concern in the summer months given the migration of vacationers across borders. Economic challenges have caused more people to scale back grandiose vacation plans, resulting in more day trips and holidaying a bit closer to home. That's when a food recall can haunt you: purchase... - Amputee Patient Awarded $10 Million in Medical Malpractice Suit
A jury has ruled in favor of John German, from Houston, in a medical malpractice case, awarding him $10 million in damages. The lawsuit was against Methodist Hospital and the doctors who treated Mr. German, alleging he developed gangrene following heart surgery in 2002. He subseqently required amputation of his left leg above the knee, all the toes on... - Inflatable Baby Floats Recalled by Aqua-Leisure
About 4 million inflatable baby floats by Aqua-Leisure Industries, of Avon, MA, are being recalled because the leg straps in the seat of the float can tear, causing children to unexpectedly fall into or under the water, posing a risk of drowning. To date, the company has received 31 reports of float seats tearing, causing children to fall into or under... - Death of Infant Prompts Simplicity Crib Recall
Simplicity Inc., and SFCA Inc., of Reading, PA, are recalling about 400,000 Simplicity Drop Side Cribs following reports of an 8-month old child who became entrapped and suffocated between the drop side and the crib mattress when a plastic connector on the drop side broke. The specific hazard involves the crib's plastic hardware, which can break or def... - Husband Became Aggressive on Chantix, Wife Feared For Her Life
Aug-29-09 Washington, DC A smoking cessation drug that has been linked to suicide and various other adverse reactions continues to bedevil the industry. For some, Chantix has worked and worked well. However for others, Chantix side effects have infected their lives in ways they could never imagine. Chantix warnings include cautions for suicide and suicidal thoug... - Patient Given Both Levaquin and Cipro
Aug-23-09 Plymouth, MA Suzanne M. was given both Levaquin and Cipro for her medical problems. Now, she says she is not sure which caused her tendon problems, but she says she has been suffering for a while with severe Achilles tendonitis. Unfortunately, both Cipro and Levaquin side effects include tendon problems, so Suzanne may have been exposed to a double-dos... - Suspected Salmonella Contamination Prompts Popcorn Seasoning Recall
Kroger is reportedly recalling 3 store brand popcorn seasonings because they may be contaminated with Salmonella. The 3 brands are: Kroger Popcorn Seasoning – Movie Theater Butter Flavored, in 2.82-ounce jars with a sell date of June 8, 2010, and UPC code 011110 72445 Kroger Popcorn Seasoning – White Cheddar Flavored, in 2.82-ounce jars wi... - Reports of Scombroid Poisoning Prompt Tuna Steak Recall
Northcoast Seafood of Massachusetts is recalling fresh tuna steaks that were sold at Big Y Stores, Star Market, and Shaw's, all in New England, because the tuna steaks could have elevated histamine levels. Three people have been reported ill so far. The affected fish products were sold between June 20 and June 24. The recall reportedly does not affect a... - Bridgestone Americas Recalls Certain Model Firestone Tires
Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations LLC is recalling 127,183 Firestone FR380 Tires, size P235/75R15 manufactured from September 9, 2007 through July 2, 2008. These tires were produced with insufficient tread base gauge. Continued use of these tires may lead to vibration and groove cracking. Extended use could lead to tread distortion or tread separati...