Category: Health News
FDA Investigates Hair Loss Linked to WEN Cleansing Conditioner
Hundreds of women experienced balding, hair loss, and skin reactions from WEN Cleansing Conditioner, sold on QVC by celebrity stylist Chaz Dean.
Nearly 1,500 IVC Filter Lawsuits Filed in Federal Court
What happens when a medical device that is supposed to stop dangerous blood clots suddenly tilts, breaks, or moves somewhere else in your body?
5th Patient at Pittsburgh Hospital Dies of Mold Infection
A transplant patient who died from a fungal infection he got at a hospital in Pittsburgh has died, making him the 5th victim in an outbreak that began in 2014.
Nexium Lawsuit Filed in Tennessee
A man who developed severe kidney inflammation and needed dialysis after taking Nexium has filed a lawsuit.
$70 Million Awarded to Boy Who Grew Breasts After Taking Risperdal
A boy with gynecomastia who took Risperdal has been awarded $70 million by a jury in Philadelphia.
Option® IVC Filter Lawsuit Filed in Texas
A woman from Ohio who has an IVC filter permanently embedded in her body has sued the manufacturers for failing to warn about safety risks.
The Surprising Reason You Shouldn’t Eat Raw Dough
Eating raw dough can be deadly, even if it doesn't contain eggs. What's the problem? E. coli in your flour — and your kids' play-dough.
IKEA Recalls 29 Million Dressers After 6 Deaths
IKEA has recalled 29 million dressers after six children died and 36 more were injured in tip-over accidents.
Consumer Reports Highlights Kidney Risks of Nexium, Prilosec
Consumer Reports published two reports warning about the risk of severe kidney problems from anti-heartburn drugs used by millions of Americans.
Blood Clot Filter Class Action Calls Devices “Ticking Time Bombs”
A class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of everyone who was implanted with a blood clot filter made by C.R. Bard.