Australia Bans Vaginal Mesh for Safety Risks
Australian safety regulators have banned the use of transvaginal mesh implants because the risks likely outweighs any benefits.
Flu Shot Only 10% Effective Against H3N2 This Year
Doctors are predicting a severe flu season in the U.S. after studies found that this year's flu shot was only 10% effective against influenza A (H3N2) and Australia suffered record-high numbers of flu illnesses.
FDA Urges Limbrel Recall for Liver and Lung Injury Risks
The FDA has asked Primus Pharmaceuticals to voluntarily recall Limbrel, a medical food that is advertised to treat arthritis, because it is associated with life-threatening liver injury and an inflammatory lung disease called hypersensitivity pneumonitis.
Metabo Recalls Rat Tail Angle Grinders
About 1,100 Metabo Rat Tail Angle Grinders were recalled because the "on" switch can get stuck, posing a laceration hazard.
Judge Upholds $110 Million Baby Powder Cancer Verdict
A judge in Missouri has upheld a $110 million jury verdict in favor of a woman who was diagnosed with cancer after using baby powder, after finding that Johnson & Johnson had a substantial link to Missouri.
Testosterone Lawsuit Set for Trial in January 2018
A federal judge presiding over 6,000 testosterone lawsuits has scheduled the first trial involving Eli Lilly's Axiron for January 28, 2018.
E-Cigarette Liquids May Pose Lung Disease Risk
Some e-cigarette flavors may be more dangerous than others, but it is hard for researchers to find out what goes into various "vape juices."
First Multi-Plaintiff Pressure Cooker Injury Lawsuit Filed in Country
Twelve people who were seriously burned by a Power Pressure Cooker have filed a lawsuit against Tristar Products for selling a defective product with a lid that can open when it is still pressurized, resulting in a dangerous explosion of...
Study Links Heartburn Drugs With Stomach Cancer
A new study has linked the long-term use of over-the-counter heartburn pills with a doubled increased risk of stomach cancer.
Wisconsin Man Celect® IVC Filter Lawsuit
A man from Wisconsin who was injured by the Celect® IVC Filter (also known as a "blood clot filter") has filed a lawsuit against the manufacturer, Cook Medical, for failing to warn about side effects.