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Homeopathic Teething Products Linked to Child Deaths, FDA Says

10/18/2016
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Belladonna is blamed for the deaths of 10 babies. The parents treated their teething phase with homeopathic teething products (gels and tablets) containing the natural substance. Another name for belladona is deadly nightshade, which it received due to its poisonous nature. Still, the plant has been used medicinally for five centuries. Food & […]

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Mentor Case Time Barred

02/26/2016
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In 2004, North Carolina resident Melanie Cole was implanted with Mentor’s OB Tape, which is a sling device that is used to treat urinary incontinence.  Three weeks after the surgery, Ms. Cole visited her surgeon and complained that it was not working properly, and that her incontinence was worse. Ms. […]

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Recalled Brainlab Digital Neurosurgery Device Could Pose Serious Injury, Death to Patients

02/1/2016
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A medical device created by Brainlab and marketed as easy-to-use, intuitive, precise and tailored to surgeons’ needs has been recalled by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Cranial-navigation systems sold by Brainlab, a German manufacturer that develops software-based applications for brain surgeons in addition to surgeons in other disciplines such […]

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Wright Medical 2015 Wrap Up

12/23/2015
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At this time, pending in the federal court MDL proceedings in Georgia and 700 cases pending in the California state court consolidated proceedings.  There are also more than 800 individual cases pending on a tolling agreement with Wright Medical, which is a contract that suspends the statute of limitations period […]

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FDA Approval of Addyi Sparks Debate

11/17/2015
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Is the controversial new drug touted as female Viagra cause for celebration or concern? Does the little pink pill represent “girl” power, or is it a shortsighted remedy for sexual dysfunction in women? Do its benefits outweigh its risks? Questions such as those and a flurry of others have made […]

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