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As the name suggests, internal bleeding refers to abnormal hemorrhaging that takes place within the body. Though relatively common in the medical field, this condition may result in severe, life-threatening circumstances. Unfortunately, the introduction of Plavix (generic: clopidogrel), a popular medication that assists in the prevention of blood clots, may significantly increase the rate…

Though wildly popular among women in the United States, oral contraception may coincide with dangerous side effects that few know little about. Subsequently, several brand-name birth control pills, containing a number of active ingredients, have become the subject of increasing concern for their association with the development of blood clots. Until recently, however, birth…

Please note, The Senators (Ret.) Firm, LLP is no longer accepting Lap Band claims. If you feel that you may have a potential case, we urge you to locate another law firm adequately suited to handle your claim. After having received a significant amount of criticism for their affiliation with allegedly fraudulent advertising campaigns,…

Researchers at the Cancer Prevention Institute of California, in association with Asian Health Services, recently conducted a study of the chemical agents that salon workers are exposed to on a daily basis. According to the new study, harmful and dangerous chemicals may be jeopardizing the health of many Vietnamese nail salon employees. As a…

Due to the influx of adverse events associated with drospirenone-containing contraceptives, officials from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) convened on December 8 to discuss future regulations of newer birth control pills. According to a panel of outside experts, Yaz and Yasmin labels do not provide an adequate warning pertaining to the risk…

Stem cell research continues to be one of the most debated practices of the 21st century. While many suggest that such research is unethical, proponents profess that the benefits of stem cell research are limitless in their possibilities. While their nature remains ambiguous, stem cell therapies offer patients the potential to treat conditions that…

U-Prosta “Dietary Supplement” Recalled After FDA Discovers that the Product Includes Undisclosed Prescription Medication.. Read our informative blog to learn more about personal injury, defective products and sexual abuse cases.

Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is a blood disorder that results in the abnormal creation of blood clots within several small vessels around the body. Subsequently, this condition is synonymous with potentially hazardous low platelet counts. While severe in nature, thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura is relatively uncommon. However, the use of Plavix, a popular anti-platelet medication,…