Pediatricians Advise Against FluMist Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is recommending against the FluMist nasal spray flu vaccine for the second year in a row due to poor effectiveness.
Wolfgang Puck Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Filed in Texas
A woman from Texas has filed a lawsuit claiming her Wolfgang Puck Pressure Cooker was defective and exploded hot gumbo and steam all over her body, resulting in 2nd- and 3rd-degree burn injuries.
Dr. Brown’s Bottle Soap Recalled for Infection Risk
About 23,000 Dr. Brown’s Natural baby-bottle cleaning kits and dish soaps have been recalled due to a risk of bacterial infections.
Essure Birth Control Recalled in Australia
Bayer's permanent sterilization device Essure was recalled and pulled off the Australian market following numerous reports of severe injuries.
Abilify: The Drug Linked to Gambling Addiction
Abilify is an anti-psychotic medication that is made and sold by Otsuka Pharmaceutical and Bristol Myers Squibb. There are now around 200 lawsuits involving people who developed gambling addictions or uncontrollable urges to eat, shop, and have sex after taking...
Dr. Martens Recalls AirWare Boots for Toxic Chemical
A recall has been issued for around 30,000 pairs of Dr. Marten's Vegan AirWare Boots because of the risk of chemical exposure.
Under 50% of Teens Up-To-Date on HPV Vaccines
While 60% of parents are vaccinating their teenagers against human papillomavirus (HPV), only 43% are up-to-date on all of the recommended doses of the vaccine, according to U.S. health officials.
$417 Million Awarded in Baby Powder Cancer Trial
A jury in Los Angeles awarded $417 million to a 63 year-old woman who was diagnosed with terminal ovarian cancer after using talcum powder in Johnson Baby Powder for around 50 years.
Endo Pays $775M Settlement in 22,000 Vaginal Mesh Lawsuits
Endo International agreed to pay a $775 million settlement to resolve "virtually all known" vaginal mesh lawsuits in the United States.
Study Questions Seizure Risk of MMRV Vaccine
A new study in Australia has found no evidence of an increased risk of febrile seizures when the combination vaccine MMRV is given for the 2nd dose in the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) immunization series.