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Otherwise known as a myocardial infraction, a heart attack is often the result of a blood clot that prohibits the flow of blood through the coronary artery. Severe heart attacks may deprive the heart of necessary nutrients for a prolonged period of time, resulting in potentially fatal circumstances. While these adverse cardiac events are…

Heart attacks are characterized by the inhibition of blood flow, often due to a blood clot, to the heart. The resulting lack of nutrients causes irreparable damage to cardiac tissue and ultimately the failure of the heart. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), coronary heart disease is the leading cause…

May 9, 2011 saw the genesis of yet another product liability lawsuit filed against the pharmaceutical giant Pfizer. The lawsuit claims that Pfizer failed to adequately research their medication or warn about the potential risk of violent behavior that allegedly resulted in the late Sean Wain murdering his wife and later taking his own…

Multaq (generic: dronedarone) is an anti-arrhythmic medication that has the ability to alter the rhythm of a patient’s heartbeat. Unfortunately, many patients who take Multaq, do so without knowing of the potential risks associated with the medication. Recent studies suggest that the use of Multaq may be responsible for severe, life-threatening liver dysfunction. Multaq…

Gastroschisis is an abdominal wall defect characterized by a hernia that causes the organs to protrude out of the rupture. As a result, the infant’s organs are exposed to the outside world. In this article we will discuss the signs and symptoms, causes, risk factors, complications, and treatments for gastroschisis. If you or a…

As a topical analgesic, Icy Hot is indicated to assist in the reduction of pain and soreness resulting from arthritis, backache, muscle strains, sprains, cramps, and other soft tissue injuries. Of particular concern, however, are recent reports cautioning the use of over-the-counter (OTC) topical muscle and joint pain relievers like Icy Hot. After just…

While “forth generation” contraceptives like Yaz and Yasmin may be new to the market, they implement a technique that doctors have known about since birth control pills were originally approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). With that being said, doctors are aware that the combination of hormones that are needed to…

Taylor Farms Pacific has initiated a nationwide recall of broccoli products after agricultural officials found traces of listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes is an organism that has been known to cause serious and potentially fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and those with weak immune systems. If you or someone close to…