Soy Nut E. coli Victims Split Over $11M
Thirty-two victims of soy nut E. coli will split the remaining $11.25 million owed after I.M. Healthy Brand Soy Nut Butter manufactured by Dixie Dew made them sick. The outbreak spanned 12 states during the spring of 2016. About E. coli E. coli is bacteria that normally live in the intestines of healthy people and animals.
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New Carcinogen Found in Losartan
The FDA has expanded a widespread recall of common blood pressure and heart failure medications including losartan. The agency has identified a new impurity and potential losartan carcinogen. The impurity, N-Nitroso-N-methyl-4-aminobutyric acid or NMBA could cause cancer in humans as well as animals. About NMBA NMBA (N-Nitroso N-Methyl 4-amino butyric acid) is different than NDEA
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How To Protect Loved Ones From Nursing Home Abuse
It is absolutely horrifying to read about beloved family members being physically abused, raped or neglected. Millions of Americans have loved ones in long-term care facilities. So, many find themselves wondering how they can protect those they love from facing a similar fate. Especially since it is so common. CNN found the federal government has
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Warning Signs of Invokana's Deadly Genital Side Effect
All Invokana users should be aware of their Type 2 Diabetes medication’s deadly genital side effect. The FDA now includes a warning on Invokana alerting users that use could lead to Fournier’s gangrene. Diabetics should be aware of the warning signs of this alarming adverse reaction. About Genital Side Effect Fournier’s gangrene involves an infection in the
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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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