Category: Health News
20 Dead in Hepatitis Outbreak; Cities Helpless Without Resources
An outbreak of hepatitis A which has claimed the lives of at least 20 homeless and illicit drug users in San Diego represents the latest in a growing public health crisis, as cases of the severe liver virus have soared...
Diocto Liquid Laxative Lawsuit Filed in Pittsburgh
A lawsuit has been filed on behalf of a 2 year-old girl who died of a bacterial infection after being given a contaminated liquid laxative.
California Man Files Option ELITE® IVC Filter Lawsuit
A man from California has filed a lawsuit after he required multiple surgeries to remove an IVC Filter that tilted, migrated, and became embedded in his vein.
BrightFarms Recalls Produce Over E. Coli Fears
New York-based agriculture tech startup BrightFarms is recalling assorted leafy greens over potential contamination with E. coli, a bacterium that causes severe foodborne illness.
Abbott Stops Sales of Absorb GT1 Biosorbable Stent
Abbott Vascular stopped selling the Absorb GT1 coronary stent due to "low commercial sales." Studies have linked it to a higher risk of blood clots, heart attack, cardiac arrest, and death compared to other stents.
Eyebrow Gel Recalled for Quality Control Issue That Could Cause Eye Irritation
Benefit Cosmetics is recalling its Gimmie Brow Eyebrow Gel after certain batches failed to meet company quality standards, resulting in a potential risk for eye irritation if the product comes into contact with the eyes.
Baby Gyms Recalled due to Strangulation Hazard
A Thailand-based toy manufacturer is recalling baby gyms over a potential defect that could cause children to strangle themselves.
Study Explains Low Effectiveness of Flu Shots
The notoriously low effectiveness of the seasonal flu vaccine is likely caused by problems with the way the virus is grown in chicken eggs, according to a study by scientists at The Scripps Research Institute.
FDA Warns Against Eating Too Much Black Licorice
The FDA warned that eating more than 2 ounces (approximately 4 tablespoons) of black licorice every day for at least 2 weeks could lead to heart rhythm problems in adults over 40 years old