Category: Health News
Oysters Recalled Over Norovirus Concerns
Washington has issued a recall for oysters and other shellfish harvested from growing areas around the state amid multiple reports of norovirus, a highly contagious stomach bug that causes vomiting and diarrhea.
New Study Links Propecia to Long-Term Sexual Side Effects
A new study has found that men who take finasteride, the active ingredient in the hair-loss drug Propecia, may suffer from long-term erectile dysfunction (ED), in some cases for months or even years after they quit the drug.
$2 Million Verdict in Zimmer Kinectiv Hip Implant Lawsuit
A judge in New Mexico has ordered Zimmer Inc. to pay $2 million to a man who was injured by a Zimmer Kinectiv hip implant system.
Hyland’s Teething Tablets Recalled Following Reports of Seizures
Standard Homeopathic Company is recalling all of its infant teething tablets following reports that they caused seizures and other severe complications in hundreds of infants.
Target Recalls Easter Egg Toys Over “Life-Threatening” Swallow Hazard
Target Corp. is recalling 560,000 Easter toys over concerns they could block a child's stomach if swallowed, and only be removed via surgery.
DePuy Knew of Metal Hip Implant Risks in 1995
Experts warned Johnson & Johnson about the dangers of metal-on-metal hip replacements in 1995 and told the company it would be unethical to continue selling the implants.
Lawsuit Filed Over Commonly Used Cardiac Device
A man from Maryland who was injured by a defective blood clot filter in his inferior vena cava has filed an IVC Filter injury lawsuit against Cook Medical, LLC.
Vitamin B May Reduce Effects of Heart Disease: Study
Vitamin B supplements may help mitigate the impact of air pollution on patients with cardiovascular disease, according to new study conducted at Columbia University.