Federal Agency Coverup E. coli Outbreak at Subway
Federal officials from the FDA and CDC silently released information that at least four states had patients with confirmed E. coli after eating at the popular chain, Subway. The agencies didn’t release specifics on the patients. About E.Coli E. Coli is bacteria that normally live in the intestines of healthy people and animals. While most strains
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News Anchor Killed During Stunt Plane Assignment Due to Engine Malfunction
A stunt plane accident killed a News anchor while on assignment. The family of the deceased is suing the plane’s owner and engine manufacturer for unspecified damages. The crash happened due to an engine malfunction that killed the anchor and the pilot. About A Private Plane Accident Many think flying is safer than driving. For
Read MoreDangerous Injuries of Firefighting Foam
For decades, firefighters including those stationed at military bases and airports used chemical-based foam due to effectiveness in extinguishing jet fuel and petroleum fires. Known as aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF), manufacturers make this product with the toxic chemicals, PFOS and PFAS. About Firefighting Foam The CDC and EPA reported that PFOS and PFAS are linked
Read MoreElectric Scooter Injuries Rising
A new study finds that injuries and ER admissions involving electric scooters are on the rise. Researchers also included that a third of patients injured from them have head injuries from powered transportation. Yet, accidents are not always their fault. About Electric Scooters Electric rental scooters are a motorized form of transportation appearing in every
Read MoreApplying for Loan Forgiveness
Thousands of businesses who received PPP loans have to file for loan forgiveness by June 30th. However, many do not know that lenders, not the Small Business Association (SBA) are the primary decision-makers on forgiving PPP loans or not. About PPP Loans The Treasury Department and SBA released new PPP guidance regarding the Paycheck Protection
Read MoreCompensation for Breast Cancer Survivors after Natrelle Implant Removal
There are more than 3.8 million breast cancer survivors in the United States, including women still being treated and those who have completed treatment. Last year, there were 2 million more diagnosed. Millions of breast cancer survivors received Allergan Natrelle Saline-Filled Breast Implants during their reconstruction surgeries. However, upon hearing that these breast implants increase the risk
Read MoreThe Rise of Senior Abuse During the Pandemic
Unfortunately, disasters impact seniors the most. This also includes senior abuse during a pandemic. The abuse is not just physical but financial as well. Thus far, the elderly have the highest mortality rates during the current pandemic. About Nursing Home Abuse Each year in the United States, an estimated 2.1 million seniors are the victims
Read MoreBirth Injury Fund Helps Hospitals but Hurts Families
Maryland hospitals are asking lawmakers to create a birth injury fund to compensate families of children injured by doctors at birth. Johns Hospital Medical Center he the University of Maryland are two of the big sponsors of this proposed bill, stating that they believe it will ease the pressure off hospitals and doctors from high-value
Read MoreFBI is Warning of Child Abuse Photos During Zoom Meetings
Due to social distancing requirements during the pandemic, many organizations and schools have turned to virtual meetings and events. Zoom has become the leading digital platform to conduct these events. Since the meetings are so common, many share links to the meetings without vetting and approving participants. Pedophiles use these links to share material depicting
Read MoreDrug Manufacturers Exaggerate Medication Benefits
The FDA has established a Bad Ads program to review promotional materials from drug manufacturers. This includes TV, radio, sales aids, journal ads, patient brochures, drug websites, webinars, email alerts, and e-details. Since starting the program, the agency has uncovered thousands of violations. About Bad Ads Program The Bad Ad Program is an FDA-sponsored outreach
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