Category: Health News
Lamictal Linked to Serious Immune System Disorder
The FDA is warning that Lamictal (lamotrigine), a popular anti-seizure and bipolar disorder medication, can cause a life-threatening immune system disease called Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH).
Texas Woman Files Günther Tulip® IVC Filter Lawsuit
A woman from Texas has filed a lawsuit accusing Cook Medical of failing to warn about side effects of the Günther Tulip® IVC Filter.
CDC Expands E. coli Warning to Include All Romaine Lettuce
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is expanding its nationwide recall for romaine lettuce, warning consumers to throw away all heads of the lettuce in addition to chopped.
Colorado Man Files IVC Filter Lawsuit
With over 4,000 IVC Filter lawsuits now pending against Cook Medical a man from Colorado who was injured has joined the litigation.
Salmonella Outbreak: How to Tell if Your Eggs are Safe to Eat
In the wake of a multi-state salmonella outbreak that has forced the recall of more than 200 million eggs, consumers need to be extra cautious so as not to get sick. Here are 5 easy steps you can take to...
Injectable Drugs Recalled for Lack of Sterility
A Mississippi company is recalling a variety of sterile injectable drug products after visible particles were found in some of the vials, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA).
Vital Essentials Frozen Dog Food Recalled for Salmonella Risk
Carnivore Meat Company has recalled two types of Vital Essentials frozen raw dog food because it may contain Salmonella, two months after recalling another product for the same reason.
200 Million Eggs Recalled for Salmonella Contamination
A Seymour, Indiana-based company is recalling more than 200 million eggs that were distributed to restaurants and stores across the U.S. after they were linked to at least 22 salmonella illnesses, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA).