Steroid Shots For Knee Pain May Worsen Arthritis
Experts are questioning the use of steroid shots for knee pain after a study showed no benefit and higher rates of cartilage breakdown.
Anemia Drug Linked to Severe Skin Side Effects
Health officials in Canada are warning about the risk of a severe skin reaction known as Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) from the anemia drug Aranesp.
Cabrinha Kiteboard Control Systems Recalled
Cabrinha Kites has recalled about 2,900 of the 2017 Cabrinha 1X kiteboard control systems because a metal bracket can break and cause loss of kite control, posing injury and fall hazards.
IVC Filter Vein Perforation Lawsuit Filed Against Cook Medical
A lawsuit has been filed against Cook Medical by a woman from West Virginia who suffered a vein perforation less than 4 months after the Celect® IVC filter was implanted in her body.
Invokana Poses 2X Leg, Foot Amputation Risk: FDA Black Box Warning
The diabetes drug canagliflozin, the active ingredient in Invokana, Invokamet, and Invokamet XR, doubles the risk of amputations in diabetic foot disease, according to a new FDA Black Box warning label.
Marcho Farms Recalls Cases of Veal, Beef, Pork for E. Coli Risk
Marcho Farms, Inc., a meat company in Souderton, Pennsylvania, has recalled approximately 5,600 pounds of boneless veal and ground veal, beef, and pork products due to a possible risk of E. coli.
Traditions Frozen Entrées With Waffles Recalled for Listeria
The massive nationwide recall for frozen waffles has expanded to include Traditions-brand frozen entrées, as well as frozen Aunt Jemima products and Save-A-Lot Chicken & Waffle Sandwiches.
$1.26 Million Awarded for Dog Shot by Police
A jury in Maryland awarded $1.26 million to the owner of a dog that was shot twice at close range and killed by a police officer in 2014. It is the highest jury verdict ever awarded for an officer-involved dog...
Over 40 Reports of Parked BMWs Mysteriously Catching on Fire
At least 40 parked BMW vehicles have exploded into flames with no explanation over the past 5 years, according to an investigative report by ABC News into the so-called "BMW mystery fires."