Philips CPAP and BiPAP Machines Have Been Recalled Certain Philips Respironics, BiPAP, and CPAP machines have been recalled. The sound dampening foam that is made from polyester based polyurethane can break down and enter the devices’ air pathway. Either black debris or chemicals released in the air can be inhaled or swallowed by the user. […]
Johnson & Johnson Could Put All Talc Liabilities into a Separate Company
Johnson & Johnson Could Put All Talc Liabilities into a Separate Company Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is looking to put all its liability from its baby powder litigation into a new business to then file for bankruptcy protection. This would allow lower payments for cases that do not settle beforehand. There is a chance that […]
Who is Liable for Patient Injury Due to Medical Errors?
Who is Liable for Patient Injury Due to Medical Errors? Injury due to medical errors or malpractice causes an estimated 250,000 deaths annually. Only deaths from cancer and heart disease have higher rates, according to a study from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. What recourse do you have if you are injured due to […]
PFAS Chemicals Were Found in Many Cosmetic Products
PFAS Chemicals Were Found in Many Cosmetic Products A recent study found that a large amount of makeup products contains PFAS chemicals. PFAS chemicals are chemicals that are links of carbon and fluorine atoms that do not break down in the environment. These chemicals are so prolific that they can be found in 97 percent […]
Benzene was Just Found in Multiple Brands of Sunscreen
Benzene was Just Found in Multiple Brands of Sunscreen Just in time for summer: benzene was recently found in different batches of sunscreen. A pharmacy that tests sunscreen and other after-sun products found that various brands of sunscreen contained the carcinogen. Valisure, the company that did the testing, batch tests medications before they reach consumers. […]
Top 5 Occupations At Risk For Developing Mesothelioma
Top 5 Occupations At Risk For Developing Mesothelioma Asbestos was once thought to be a miracle product because asbestos is an inert material with excellent thermal transfer properties. It is fire-resistant, chemical-resistant, non-corrosive, and inexpensive. However, asbestos is a known carcinogen. When asbestos fibers become airborne anyone in the vicinity can inhale the tiny particles […]
The Great American Smokeout – Make A Plan to Quit Smoking
The Great American Smokeout – Make A Plan to Quit Smoking The Great American Smokeout is an event that takes place on the third Thursday of November each year. Founded by the American Cancer Society over 40 years ago, the Great American Smokeout aims to help people quit smoking – even if it is just […]
Uncommon Products That Used to Contain Asbestos
Uncommon Products That Used to Contain Asbestos Asbestos has been linked to several life-threatening diseases, such as asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. Construction products, car parts, and fertilizers and potting soils have been brought the public’s attention as the most substantial uses of asbestos. However, other products, which may not be as well known, have also […]
Injuries from Surgical Mesh Failures
Injuries from Surgical Mesh Failures When patients go in for surgery, the worst they should expect is to manage pain while they heal. This does not always happen though when certain medical devices are used in the surgical treatment of patients. Medical devices like hernia mesh can cause serious problems if they are used and […]
Methanol Poisoning from Hand Sanitizers
Methanol Poisoning from Hand Sanitizers The pandemic has created many problems for our society including limited contact with loved ones, not being able to work to support ourselves, and not being able to find essential items like toilet paper, soap, and hand sanitizer. Some companies stepped up and started making hand sanitizer so people can […]