Mesothelioma and COVID-19 Complications
COVID-19 is a danger to millions of Americans. This is especially true with those with mesothelioma since a majority are being treated with chemotherapy, radiation therapy or other treatments. These can compromise the immune system. About Asbestos When the asbestos industry was booming, families of workers were at great risk. Workers often came home with
Read MoreArizona Prison Whistleblower Exposes Unlocked Cell Doors
An Arizona prison whistleblower leaked five surveillance videos to the Department of Corrections to expose how dozens of cell doors in three prison units do not lock properly. This put not only inmates at risk but also correction officers. Only one cell should be open at a time. About the Whistleblower Statute In 1863 to
Read MoreFDA Recalls All Zantac Medications Due to Cancer Risk
The FDA is asking all manufacturers remove prescription and over-the-counter ranitidine drugs, known by the brand name Zantac, from the market immediately. The FDA also noted an ongoing investigation into the level of contaminate, NDMA in the medication. About NDMA NDMA is a chemical component used in aviation and rocket fuel and industrial lubricants. It is
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Manufacturers Knew Zantac Caused Cancer for Decades
Zantac, the popular heartburn medication has recently been recalled due to increased cancer risk. However, medical professionals have been warning against the dangers for decades. GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), the manufacturer of Zantac even responded to these accusations, yet did nothing to warn consumers. About Zantac Cancer On September 13, 2019, the FDA reported the discovery of
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Florida Nurse Arrested For Alzheimer Patient Abuse
A wife of an Alzheimer’s Disease patient witnessed a nurse abusing her husband. The nursing home did nothing to stop it. The unnerving discovery is the nurse who abused her spouse had been a certified nursing assistant for almost 30 years. About Nursing Home Abuse Each year in the United States, an estimated 2.1 million
Read MoreDisabled Girl Raped on School Bus
A middle school girl with special needs was sexually assaulted and raped on a school bus by other students. However, the bus driver didn’t intervene, nor did he report the assaults to anyone in the department of education. About Sexual Abuse Sexual abuse is devastating. This is especially true when abusers take the form of
Read MoreZantac Causes Many Different Cancers
Recently, Zantac has been recalled due to increased cancer risks. However, many consumers do not realize that the cancer-causing chemical found in Zantac (NDMA) can trigger dormant cancerous growth in a variety of organs. Many have no idea that their cancer could have been caused by prolonged Zantac use. About Zantac Cancer On September 13,
Read MoreLouisiana Casino Norovirus Outbreak
A southwestern Louisiana casino norovirus outbreak has left at least 200 people sick and has prompted an investigation by state health officials and the CDC. The outbreak is spreading to nearby parishes. Many people are worried. About Norovirus Norovirus infection occurs most frequently in closed and crowded environments such as hospitals, nursing homes, child care
Read MoreStudy Shows 15% of College Students Sexually Harassed on Campus
A 2019 University of Hawaii student survey shows an increase in sexual harassment and unwanted contact reports despite efforts to address the problem. This shows that college sexual harassment is still a rampant problem plaguing university campuses. About Sexual Harassment Federal law prohibits sexual harassment through Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Read MoreElmiron Causes Eye Disease
Studies have linked the popular interstitial cystitis drug, Elmiron to a progressive eye diseases such as retinal Maculopathy, retinal pigmentary endothelium injury (RPE) or age-related macular degeneration. However, there is currently not a warning label on the medication notifying users of these possible injuries. About Elmiron Elmiron is the brand name for Pentosan, which is
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