Daily Archives: August 4, 2015
Stryker Metal Hip Implant Component Recall Bad News for Makers of Metal-on-Metal Hip Replacement Devices
Stryker’s recent recall of two metal hip implant components, the Rejuvenate Modular and ABG II modular-neck hip stems, may have dealt a serious blow to one of the key arguments medical device manufacturers have made to defend their metal-on-metal hip replacements. Facing thousands of lawsuits, the makers of ...
Study Finds SSRI Antidepressant Side Effects Outweigh Their Benefits
A new study is raising more concerns about the safety of commonly used antidepressants, including selective serotonin reuptake (SSRI) inhibitor antidepressants. Investigators who conducted the study, which is published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology, posit that increased knowledge of the negative effects of SSRIs and other antidepressants could reduce ...
FDA Metal-On-Metal Hip Replacement Investigation Is Flawed, Researchers Say
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration’s (FDA) metal-on-metal hip replacement investigation is flawed, according to researchers.
Actos, Avandia May Up Risk for Diabetic Macular Edema
A West Virginia man fitted with a metal-on-metal version of DePuy Orthopaedics’ Pinnacle Hip Implant System has filed suit against the company and its parent, Johnson & Johnson, alleging the device caused him to suffer pain and elevated cobalt levels. The Plaintiff is being represented by the national law ...
New York City Council Calls for Zadroga Act to be Renewed
New York City Council members are calling for the Zadroga Act, which provides compensation and medical treatment to 9/11 victims, to be renewed.
First DePuy ASR Hip Implant Lawsuits Head to Trial in December, January
The first trials involving lawsuits filed against DePuy Orthopaedics by recipients of its recalled ASR Hip Implants will begin later this year, and early next year. The first is slated to start on December 3, 2012 in state court in Las Vegas, Nevada. A second DePuy ASR hip implant lawsuit ...
Whistleblower Wins Retaliation Lawsuit
A whistleblower who reported misconduct at Canaveral National Seashore has won a retaliation ruling against the U.S. Department of Interior, Florida Today reports.
Study Links Liquid in Electronic Cigarette to Increased Risk of Viral Infections
The National Jewish Health study, links the liquid used in e-cigarettes to a higher risk of respiratory viral infections, whether the liquid contains nicotine or not.
Major Retailers Accused of Selling Fraudulent Herbal Supplements
The NYS attorney general’s office has accused four national retailers of selling fraudulent dietary supplements.
Study Suggests Hormonal Contraceptives Linked to Increased Brain Tumor Risk
A study of Danish women of reproductive age suggests that long-term use of hormonal contraceptives is associated with an increased risk of brain tumors.Surgical Warming Blanket Introduced Infection During Surgery, Lawsuit Alleges
Surgical products maker Arizant, a subsidiary of 3M, has been hit with a lawsuit charging that the Bair Hugger surgical warming blanket introduced a serious infection during a patient’s hip surgery. The complaint alleges that the plaintiff suffered serious injuries … Continue reading
Following Complaints over Sunscreen, Jessica Alba’s Honest Company Faces Scrutiny
After consumers have publicly complained about the ineffectiveness of its sunscreen, Jessica Alba’s Honest Company is under scrutiny. The Honest Company promises to sell “safe and eco-friendly household and baby care products” and markets an SPF 30 sunscreen with “broad … Continue reading
FDA Cautions Against Mixing Up Brintellix with Brilinta
Some doctors and pharmacies have confused two different drugs with similar-sounding names, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned. The agency said that it has Brintellix and Brilinta. Brintellix is an antidepressant sold by Takeda Pharmaceuticals and Astra Zeneca’s … Continue reading
