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A pulmonary embolism occurs when a severe blood clot, otherwise known as a deep vein thrombosis (DVT), is dislodged and travels to the lungs. The extent of damage sustained by this condition is dependent on the obstruction of blood flow though the lungs. Should the clot inhibit a significant amount of blood to enter…

Tuesday witnessed the addition of several new and important safety alerts to the prescribing information of cholesterol reducing medications. Otherwise known as statins, these prescription medications are intended to reduce the life-threatening side effects associated with excessive cholesterol and plaque buildup. However, the recent addition of new risks has caused healthcare officials to reevaluate…

In continuing with a disturbing trend of deceptive health practices, yet another dietary drug manufacturer has been accused of perpetuating false claims to promote their product. According to a complaint filed by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), officials are attempting to prohibit the future actions of a dietary supplement manufacturer who deliberately used fake…

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), otherwise known as heart burn medications, have succeeded in becoming the most widely used drugs in the world. Contributing to their popularity, is the influx of the older adult population that has witnessed an exponential boom thanks to revolutionary medical intervention. It is fairly common for older individuals to be…

Topamax (generic: Topiramate) is prescribed to treat those who suffer from seizures and chronic migraine headaches. It is intended to prevent occurrences before they happen. However, studies have recently linked Topamax to the development of congenital birth defects in newborn babies whose mothers were administered the drug during pregnancy. If you or a loved…

Medications of the statin classification have long been considered beneficial in the prevention of heart disease, stroke, heart attack, and similar cholesterol related ailments. The pharmacodynamics of statins exhibit a propensity for the reduction of plaque buildup, therefore reducing the risk of such adverse events. However, recent months have witnessed the statin class of…

Missa Bay LLC, a subsidiary of Ready Pac Foods Inc., has become the subject of increasing criticism this week. Subsequently, equipment used to produce a variety of their apple products was recently found to be contaminated with listeria monocytogenes, a potentially deadly foodborne pathogen. While no illnesses have been reported, several apple products have…

Crestor (generic: rosuvastatin) is a prescription medication indicated to reduce the presence of cholesterol and other fatty substances in the blood. Subsequently, Crestor may assist in the prevention of stroke, heart attack, and other heart complications in people with diabetes, coronary heart disease, or other risk factors. Unfortunately, the introduction of Crestor for a…