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Risks Should Be Discussed with Men on Testosterone, Researchers Say
New evidence associating the use of testosterone drugs with increased risks for stroke, heart attack, and other cardiovascular problems have sparked concern throughout the country. In particular, many experts are concerned about the popularity of testosterone, as well as the fact that products such as AndroGel® are widely used, even by men who may…
Concerns About Overselling Testosterone Continue
Since a recent study has associated testosterone products with a significantly increased risk of stroke, heart attack, and death, many medical experts and researchers have stated that aside from these alarming risks, the sheer popularity of testosterone therapy among American men is also cause for concern. As mentioned in a previous blog, testosterone use…
South Florida Man Files Suit for OxyElite Pro Injuries
As new cases of consumer injuries resulting from the use of OxyElite Pro continue to make headlines – especially in Hawaii – new reports from South Florida are revealing that yet another OxyElite Pro lawsuit has been filed. A 40-year-old Florida man is suing USPLabs, LLC – the company that manufacturers the purported dietary…
Cerritos Softball Coach Arrested Under Suspicion for Lewd Text Messages
On Tuesday February 4th, law enforcement officers announced that a coach for a Cerritos travel Softball team was arrested under suspicion of sending lewd text messages to a 14-year-old girl who played on the team. According to arresting authorities, there may also be other victims involved. 40-year-old Anthony Christopher Sota of Anaheim was taken…
Chino Cheerleading Coach Arrested on Suspicion of Sexual Acts with Minors
Early Sunday morning – February 2, 2012 – 32-year-old Kristofer Bland was arrested under suspicion of engaging in sexual acts with minors. According to the Chino Police Department, Bland was taken into custody at his home shortly after 2:00 am Sunday morning in response to a report from a concerned parent. The parent contacted…
Widespread Testosterone Use Makes Risks Concerning
In light of a recent study that found men over the age of 65 and men with known heart disease using testosterone face increased stroke and heart attack risks, medical experts have expressed concerns over the widespread use of testosterone therapy. Many believe that far too many men are being prescribed testosterone without a…
FDA Issues Safety Announcement, Evaluates Risk of Adverse Heart Effects Associated with Testosterone
On Friday, January 31, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a safety announcement that it would be investigating the risk of heart attack, stroke, and death in men who take FDA-approved testosterone products. Just recently, researchers have suggested that men over the age of 65 who take testosterone – as well as…
FTC Cracks Down on Sensa Products
Earlier this month, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a significant blow to Sensa Products, a California weight-loss company that produces Sensa, a powder dieters use to sprinkle on food and curb their appetite. Because federal regulators stated that Sensa Products used inaccurate science and misleading marketing tactics to entice consumers, the FTC ordered…