Category: Health News
Ohio Woman Files Celect® IVC Filter Lawsuit
A woman from Ohio is one of over 2,500 people who filed lawsuits over serious injuries from intravenous blood clot filters. Studies of the Celect® show that 80% puncture through the vein within 90 days.
90,000 Due For 2nd Hepatitis A Shot After Sushi Outbreak
Health officials are reminding 90,000 people in Hawaii who are soon due for a booster shot of the Hepatitis A vaccine. Last year's deadly outbreak infected nearly 300 people who ate scallops at Genki Sushi.
PetSmart Recalls Dog Food Over Metal Choking Hazard
PetSmart is recalling its Grreat Choice Adult Dog Food due to a potential choking hazard found in one of its lots.
California Woman Files IVC Filter Lawsuit
With around 1,500 lawsuits now filed, a recent study of the Cook Celect® IVC filter blamed its "unprotected" needle-like metal legs for an extremely high risk of vein perforations in the first 90 days.
Essure Recalled in Brazil Due to Safety Risks
Brazil has banned sales and recalled Essure, a non-surgical sterilization device linked to 10,000 injuries. No recalls have been issued by the FDA, despite 900 lawsuits and a massive grassroots campaign in the United States.
Zimmer Biomet Shoulder Recalled Due to High Fracture Rate
Zimmer Biomet recalled over 3,600 Comprehensive® Reverse Shoulder Replacements due to a high risk of fracture, revision surgery, and devastating complications like infections, disability, or death.
Trump Threatens Vaccination Requirements: Is Your Child Protected?
President Trump’s criticism of the current vaccination schedule is against the views of most Americans, who overwhelmingly support vaccine requirements for public school children, according to a new Pew survey. The survey found that 82% of Americans support current requirements...