| Birth Control Lawsuits Total More than 1,100 by Katie Kelley |
| Bayer, the manufacturer of the popular birth control pill Yasmin, has reported that more than 1,100 Yasmin lawsuits were filed against the company in 2009. More suits are expected as the alleged dangerous side effects continue to be reported. The drug, also marketed as Yaz or in its generic form, Ocella, accounted for $1.7 billion in profit for Bayer. |
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| FDA Rules Out Osteoporosis Medication, Thigh Fracture link by Katie Kelley |
| The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has found no link between osteoporosis medications such as Fosamax and certain thigh bone fractures, however the FDA recommends that patients take caution when using the medication. Several Fosamax lawsuits allege that the medication is responsible for osteonecrosis of the jaw, or bone death of the jaw bone. |
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| Colorado Debates Child Bicycle Helmet Law by Katie Kelley |
| Colorado is currently debating a bicycle helmet law that would require children under the age of 18 to wear a helmet while riding a bike. This measure hopes to reduce the number of bicycle-related injuries, including traumatic brain injuries which can have a traumatic financial and lifestyle effect on the victim. |
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| Fosamax Side Effects Include Sudden Bone Breaks by Katie Kelley |
| The popular osteoporosis medication, Fosamax, has been linked to sudden bone breaks in patients. Other serious Fosamax side effects include Osteonecrosis (ONJ) of the jaw or "dead jaw syndrome." A judge in New York has refused to dismiss a lawsuit against Merck & Co Inc, alleging the drug was responsible for bone death in a patient's jaw. |
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| New Study Finds Activity in Brain-Injured Patients by Katie Kelley |
| Patients suffering from a severe traumatic brain injury leaving them in a vegetative state may have more brain activity than originally thought, according to a recent study. |
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| Asbestos Problem Plagues Philadephia Housing Authority by Katie Kelley |
| Philadelphia Housing Authority may have left asbestos contaminated items for residents to dispose of, exposing many to the insulating fiber responsible for the deadly lung cancer, mesothelioma and other serious health problems. The Environmental Protection Agency is investigating the improper disposal of the material. |
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| New York Construction Accident Deaths Drop in 2009 by Katie Kelley |
| New York City statistics showed a decrease in the number of construction accident-related deaths in 2009, however construction accidents and injuries rose. |
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| World Cancer Day Raises Cancer Prevention Awareness by Katie Kelley |
| World Cancer Day is set for February 4, 2010, as part of a global effort to education people about how to prevent various forms of cancer, including mesothelioma. |
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| UN Opens Temporary Office During Asbestos Renovation by Katie Kelley |
| The United Nations has moved into a $140 million temporary office building while the U.N. headquarters undergoes a $1.9 billion renovation to remove asbestos and bring the building up to fire and safety codes. However, many are displeased that asbestos removal has started while employees are currently in the building. |
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| Medtronic Lead Failures Could Hit 30 Percent in Four Years by Katie Kelley |
| A new study suggests that Medtronic Defibrillator Lead may have a failure rate of close to 30 percent over the next four years, rather than the 3 percent originally anticipated. The United States congress is investigating the Food and Drug Administration approval process to insure other potentially harmful medical devices are properly tested prior to approval. |
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| Smoking Cessation Tops New Years Resolutions List by Katie Kelley |
| Quitting smoking is a popular New Years Resolution this year, causing many individuals to seek help from the popular smoking cessation drug, Chantix, despite the risk of depression and suicidal thoughts. |
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| Cell Phone Ban Aims to Reduce Car Accidents by Katie Kelley |
| Car accidents may be on the downward slope thanks to new legislation restricting cell phone use while driving in some states. |
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| Protein Does Not Indicate Heart Failure Risk, Study Finds by Katie Kelley |
| Monitoring the presence of a particular protein is not a indication of an increased risk of heart failure as previously thought, according to a Swiss study. |
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| Canadian Health Officials Report New Chantix Warnings for 2009 by Katie Kelley |
| Health Canada is concerned about serious the side effects of the smoking cessation drug Chantix. The anti-smoking drug has been linked to psychotic behavior, including depression and suicidal tendencies. Health officials have issued a statement warning Chantix patients of the possible risks. |
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| Report Finds Half of All Brain Injuries Occur Because of Vehicular Collisions by Katie Kelley |
| Vehicular collisions, including those involving cars, motorcycles and bicycles, are the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries according to a report issued by the National Institutes of Health. The results show that these collisions surpass the brain injuries sustained from explosions in combat situations in Iraq. |
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| FDA Panel Finds Increased Risk with Some MRI drugs by Katie Kelley |
| A recent FDA panel has evaluated MRI medications linked to the harmful and potentially fatal skin disease, Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis. |
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| News Report Studies Hormone Treatments Following Menopause Diagnosis by Katie Kelley |
A recent study weighed the benefits of hormone therapy in menopausal women, however certain medications have been shown to have an increased number of severe side
effects, including bone death in the jaw. |
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| Brain Injury Prevention and Treatment to Help Students, Pro Athletes by Katie Kelley |
| Recent high-profile traumatic brain injuries have called for legislation monitoring concussion policies in professional and high school sports. New medical breakthroughs may help patients currently suffering from a traumatic brain injury. |
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| Asbestos Legislation Pushed By American Public Health Association by Katie Kelley |
| The American Public Health Association has suggested new legislation to Congress that would ban products containing asbestos in the United States. |
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| Some Mesothelioma Payments in Trouble As Economy Slows by Katie Kelley |
| Several companies have sought outside help for continuing their mesothelioma settlement payouts as the economy slows. |
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| New Study Questions Effectiveness of Popular Cholesterol Drug Vytorin by Katie Kelley |
| A recent study has shown that a Niacin, a common B vitamin is more effective at lowering cholesterol than the pharmaceutical giant, Vytorin. |
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| Mesothelioma Cases on the Rise Worldwide by Katie Kelley |
| Recent reports show annual cases of mesothelioma are on the rise worldwide as result from asbestos exposure from the 1960s and 1970s according to recent reports. |
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| Schering-Plough, Merck Settle $41.5 Million Class Action Lawsuit by Katie Kelley |
| Merck & Co. along with Schering-Plough have agreed to a preliminary settlement of $41.5 million dollars to be paid out to patients who have taken the medication, as well as insurance companies. |
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| Suggestions for Those Diagnosed with Mesothelioma by Katie Kelley |
| A mesothelioma diagnosis presents a frightening reality for most individuals. Seeking information can be difficult, but here are some helpful suggestions to make the process less daunting. |
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| Finding Proper Mesothelioma Information by Katie Kelley |
| For individuals seeking information regarding mesothelioma, asbestos exposure, or risk factors of working with asbestos, the search online can be a daunting task. |
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