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Tetralogy of Fallot is a rare congenital birth defect that is characterized by four distinct heart defects: Ventricular septal defect, pulmonary stenosis, the aorta is directly above the ventricular septal defect, and the right ventricle develops hypertrophy. The combination of these four defects can affect the hearts structure which results in the circulation of…

Recent months have witnessed an influx of negligent practices within the dietary supplement industry. Questionable manufacturing processes have led to the distribution of dangerously ambiguous products. Further compounding the already tense atmosphere of the dietary supplement industry are several firms that were recently found guilty for selling muscle building supplements laced with undisclosed and…

Associated with the paramount influx of sexual transgressions committed by the church, are a slew of corresponding lawsuits seeking compensation. In a recent case filed against the Catholic church, plaintiffs were awarded a $1.6 million settlement from the El Paso Catholic Diocese after allegations suggested a former Cathedral High School principal committed lewd and…

Consumer Alert: The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has confirmed that at least 21 people have developed a life-threatening condition known as acute phosphate nephropathy after using oral sodium phosphate (OSP) medications like Visicol®. If you or a loved one has been injured by Visicol or other oral sodium phosphate medication, you should…

Gilenya (generic: fingolimod) is a prescription medication intended to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) in adults. While not a cure for MS, Gilenya may prove successful in reducing subsequent flare-ups and physical deterioration. However, the introduction of Gilenya may result in catastrophic complications. Patients who receive Gilenya treatment may significantly increase their…