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An advisory committee was convened on September 8, 2011, by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), that discussed the safety and effectiveness of transvaginal mesh devices. The meeting was intended to determine the future of such devices, therefore a federal advisory panel collected data in an attempt to determine if transvaginal mesh has…

Transvaginal mesh products find their origin in the history of surgical mesh. Once considered a revolutionary device in the treatment of abdominal hernias, surgical mesh has made the transition to transvaginal mesh. In the last decade the surgical application of transvaginal mesh has been used in the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse (POP), stress…

The sexual abuse scandal that took place within the Congregation of Christian Brothers has brought to light the volatile situation plaguing the youth of our nation. The Roman Catholic religious order, who currently runs Seattle’s O’Dea High School and several more in the corresponding county, has been accused of harboring sexual predators. Subsequently, many…

A mammogram is a safe, low-dose X-ray picture of the breast and is considered to be the most effective process for noticing breast cancer at an early stage. When used properly, a mammogram can be an invaluable tool in the treatment of breast cancer. However, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) became aware of…

Two of Merck’s flagship products have recently served as a catalyst for significant distain in the healthcare industry. Of particular concern to consumers are the side effects that have become associated with the use of both Propecia and Proscar. After having been the target of intense criticism in recent months, it seems as if…

Neuropathy refers to a collection of disorders that occur when nerves of the peripheral nervous system are damaged. The condition is generally referred to as peripheral neuropathy, and is most commonly due to the damage of nerve axons. As a result, the peripheral nerves are inhibited from working correctly and may cause tingling or…

The Polar Care 500 is a popular cold therapy system that is indicated to assist and facilitate in the recovery of damaged soft tissue. It is often prescribed in the presence of orthopedic trauma and injuries sustained from subsequent surgeries to foster a faster rehabilitation. Unfortunately, these devices have recently become a subject of…

According to U.S. safety regulators, exposed window blind cords are responsible for the strangulation of approximately one child every month. Safety advocates, in an attempt to eliminate such threats, have pleaded with industry representatives to rid their products of these unnecessary dangers. However, prominent manufacturers of window blinds have refused to remove exposed cords…