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Dangers Of The Ortho Evra Patch

November 28, 2008 15:29

The Ortho Evra patch was introduced to the market, including Atlanta, Georgia, for woman as a quick and efficient alternative form of contraception. Unfortunately, since the Ortho Evra patch hit the market and has been used by some four million...The Ortho Evra patch was introduced to the market,...

MRI Dye, Gadolinium Possibly Linked To Skin & Kidney Problems

November 28, 2008 15:07

According to experts, the MRI contrast, Gadolinium has been connected to a rash of skin diseases and kidney related problems, this according to an October 25, 2008 study. MRI's are routinely administered to help doctors diagnose various medical conditions. The...According to experts, the MRI...

Apeks Scuba Diving Regulators Recalled Over Drowning Hazard

September 21, 2008 22:33

Aqua Lung America, a California based maker of scuba diving regulators recently announced that it is cooperating with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission in a voluntary recall of defective scuba diving regulators over concerns that drownings could occur. Consumers...Aqua Lung America, a...

Ford Motor Company Sued By Border Agent After Pickup Rolls Over

September 09, 2008 01:15

A U.S. Border Patrol agent severally injured last October after his Ford F250 pickup truck rolled over has filed suit against Ford Motor Company. The lawsuit, filed recently in Pima County Superior Court in Arizona alleges that while Agent Pena...A U.S. Border Patrol agent severally injured last...

Tire Blowouts Caused By Defective Tire Valves

September 09, 2008 00:16

Some 30 million tires on the road are believed to have defective tire stems that have been linked to serious and deadly car accidents. The defective tire stems, imported from China, have been recalled after numerous reports by people that...Some 30 million tires on the road are believed to have...

Hip Maker Stryker Investigated By Feds Over Alleged Payoffs

September 08, 2008 23:07

Stryker Corp, one of the nations largest artificial hip and knee makers, is being investigated by the U.S. Department of Justice over allegations that one or more representatives of Stryker illegally paid surgeons to motivate them to use the prosthetics...Stryker Corp, one of the nations largest...

Diabetes Drug Byetta Linked To 2 Deaths

August 25, 2008 13:50

According to the FDA, two people have already died after taking the diabetes drug, Byetta marketed by San Diego based Amylin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Eli Lily & Co. The FDA confirms that earlier warnings were given about the dangers of...According to the FDA, two people have already died after...

150,000 Cars Recalled By BMW Over Defective Airbag Sensor

August 17, 2008 17:46

German auto maker, BMW, has announced a recall of 150,000 cars with the model year 2004-2006 over defective front passenger airbag sensors. The specific models affected are the 2006 3-Series, 2004-2006 5-Series and the 2004-2006 X3 series and the only...German auto maker, BMW, has announced a...

Doctor Complaints Result In Suspension Of Zimmer Artificial Hip

August 10, 2008 15:53

Complaints by medical doctors have caused Zimmer Holdings to suspend sales of its artificial hip. Zimmer Holdings is the nation's largest maker of orthopedic devices. According to reports, various physicians have complained that the defective medical device, a hip socket...Complaints by medical...

Croc Shoes To Blame For Multiple Foot Injuries On Atlanta Airport Escalators

August 03, 2008 20:45

Crocs shoes are responsible for foot and toe injuries to at least four children so far this summer while on escalators at the Atlanta Airport. The injuries have occurred on the escalators at the airport and apparently the soft material...Crocs shoes are responsible for foot and toe injuries to at...