Invokana Linked to Flesh-Eating Genital Infection
Invokana Diabetes drug linked to a flesh-eating genital infection. According to the latest FDA warnings Invokana, Jardiance, Farxiga and similar newer diabetes drugs increase the risk of serious genital infections like Fournier’s Gangrene. About the Flesh-Eating Genital Infection Fournier’s gangrene involves an infection in the scrotum, penis, or perineum in a man. Whereas, the infection in
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Another Company Recalls Losartan Due to Cancer Risk
Macleods Pharmaceuticals recalled one lot of blood pressure and heart medication Losartan over the presence of NDEA. Therefore, they now join many other companies that have recalled some of its Losartan, Valsartan or Irbesartan over probable carcinogens. The recalled 100 mg/25 mg losartan and potassium/hydrochlorothiazide tablets contained small amounts of N-nitrosodimethylamine or NDEA. About NDEA In September
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GE Hid Gadolinium Toxicity Dangers
ProPublica has uncovered that in 2009 GE knew their gadolinium contrast agent could cause gadolinium toxicity. However, instead of informing the public of the dangers, the company took great lengths to hide the information. About Gadolinium Gadolinium is a chemical element carrying the atomic number 64 and the atomic symbol Gd. Belonging to Lanthanides, a
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Orlando Fire Chief Resigns Over Sexual Harassment Claims
Orlando Fire Department Chief Rod Williams resigned Thursday afternoon. A federal investigation determined that Williams sexually harassed, discriminated against and retaliated against the sole female assistant fire chief on his staff. Assistant Fire Chief Dawn Sumter filed a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in 2017. Workplace Harassment Harassment in the workplace can turn the environment hostile.
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Whole Foods Spinach Tainted with Salmonella
Whole Foods Market is recalling prepared foods items, including salads, pizza, sandwiches and wraps, sold in eight states, due to concerns about salmonella contamination. Baby spinach grown in a Long Island, New York farm is responsible for the outbreak. The company didn’t even know about the danger until routine sampling revealed the bacteria. About Salmonella Salmonella infection (salmonellosis) is
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Gadolinium Agents Banned in Other Countries Except the U.S.
Europe along with other countries decided they would ban 13 linear gadolinium contrast agents used for MRIs and MRAs. The ban comes after many European agencies became concerned about gadolinium retaining in the brain. However, the United States hasn’t made any efforts to remove these dangerous contrast dyes from the market. About Gadolinium Gadolinium is a
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Genital Gangrene Linked to Invokana
There are close to 2 million patients in the United States who take the Type 2 diabetes medication, Invokana. However, many are completely unaware that their blood sugar regulating medication can also cause them to develop genital gangrene. About Genital Gangrene Fournier’s gangrene involves an infection in the scrotum, penis, or perineum in a man. Whereas,
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Having a baby is supposed to be a joy. However, a birth injury can create a lot of physical and emotional damage to a family. This includes financial strain due to the physical therapy and other expenses from having a special needs child. In the U.S., hospitalization for birth defects costs nearly $2.6 billion dollars
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Murdered Toddler Suffered Horrific Sexual Abuse
Virginia paramedics received a call that a two-year-old had fallen and was unresponsible. When the first responder arrived, he found an adult male seated on the floor next to the unresponsive little boy. However, through a police investigation, officers uncovered shocking evidence of child sexual abuse. About Sexual Abuse Child sexual abuse is devastating. This is
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Did you or a coworker see illegal activities at your place of employment and are unsure of what to do? When companies defraud the government, employees have a responsibility to take action. Fear of repercussions shouldn’t deter you. The Whistleblower Act of 1989, along with other state and federal programs and statutes protect whistleblowers. Plus,
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