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DEADLY “SUPERBUG” CAUSES GRAVE CONCERN FOR SAFETY OF PATIENTS IN CALIFORNIA NURSING HOMES AND HOSPITALS An outbreak of infections caused by a deadly bacteria thought to be resistant to all current antibiotics and other treatments has been discovered in multiple Los Angeles County medical facilities according to a study set to be released on…

Metoclopramide, a generic form of Reglan, is a gastrointestinal prokinetic agent used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease and diabetic gastroparesis. In addition, injectable versions of the medication are used after chemotherapy to prevent nausea and vomiting. However, metoclopramide has recently been linked to a number of severe and potentially harmful side effects…

Following the deaths of two military soldiers, the U.S. Department of Defense has implemented a temporary ban on the sale of several dietary supplements from military facility shelves. Subsequently, traces of DMAA (1,3-dimethylamylamine), an ingredient believed by many to be dangerous and illegal, were found in the blood of the deceased men. The temporary…

It appears as if the illustrious 46-year career of Joe Paterno may be concluding sooner than expected. At 84 years of age, loyal followers of the football legend had already begun to assume that Paterno’s exit was imminent. However, many are in disbelief over the circumstances that have led to his, seemingly, inevitable departure….

In continuing with their efforts to protect consumers from dangerous products, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) was called into action today regarding the distribution hazardous foods. The FDA responded to a complaint filed by the Department of Justice that acknowledge the existence of a fish products processing and distribution facility that may…

A world renowned pharmaceutical company has once again become the subject of intense scrutiny. Amidst the relentless allegations that have already shrouded Fosamax side effects, growing concerns regarding bone fractures continue to plague Merck & Co. In a recent development, Lois Takamori, a 62-year-old retired Kailua school teacher is suing the makers of Fosamax…

A number of U.S. Senators continue to debate over whether or not researchers, associated with Medtronic Infuse bone-graft products, neglected to divulge potential side effects of the device. Reports indicate that Medtronic, the developer of Infuse bone-graft products, paid researchers a substantial amount of money, reportedly in the millions, in an attempt to cover…

In the wake of the recent Penn State sexual abuse lawsuit leveled at Jerry Sandusky, many people have begun to question the moral fiber of several high ranking school officials. Three Penn State officials in particular, including the legendary Joe Paterno, have been widely criticized for failing to involve the police when they were…