The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently updated the label for Ozempic, a popular medication used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, to include a potential risk of intestinal blockage, also known as ileus. This update comes in response to postmarketing reports of patients developing blocked intestines after taking Ozempic. While the FDA […]
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Ridesharing platforms like Uber and Lyft have revolutionized the way we travel, providing a convenient and affordable transportation option for people all over the country. These platforms have become increasingly popular, but unfortunately, they have also been associated with a disturbing trend of sexual assault claims. Victims of rideshare sexual assault are now taking legal
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently took a significant step toward enhancing patient safety by updating the warning label for Horizon Pharmaceutical’s drug, Tepezza. Tepezza is a medication used to treat thyroid eye disease (TED), a chronic condition associated with eye inflammation and related vision problems. This Tepezza warning label update includes important
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Understanding the Beauty & Cosmetics Industry And Your Health The beauty and cosmetics industry often comes under scrutiny for its safety regulations and product ingredients. A recent study from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has added fuel to this debate by suggesting that women who use chemical hair straightening products may be at a
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An Illinois woman was recently awarded more than $19 million in a federal institutional abuse lawsuit she brought against her prison counselor at Logan Correctional Center, who she says raped and sexually assaulted her for seven months during her prison sentence. Last week, the federal jury deliberated for four hours before returning the verdict in
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CoolSculpting has gained immense popularity in the beauty industry for its promise to eliminate stubborn pockets of fat without surgery. However, recent reports have highlighted a serious side effect known as paradoxical adipose hyperplasia (PAH), which can result in severe disfigurement and the need for corrective surgery. If you or someone you love has experienced
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The picturesque island of Maui, known for its stunning landscapes and idyllic beaches, was plagued by a series of devastating wildfires last month, which killed more than 100 people, left dozens more unaccounted for, burned thousands of acres of land, and destroyed more than 2,000 structures. These wildfires, the deadliest in modern U.S. history, left
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is urging veterans and service members dealing with illnesses that may be tied to toxic exposure from contaminated water at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune to pursue disability claims, even if doing so may reduce the amount of court-awarded relief they may be entitled to down the road. More
Pharmaceutical giant Pfizer is recalling all lots of its popular smoking cessation drug Chantix nationwide, due to the presence of unacceptable levels of the carcinogenic chemical N-nitroso-varenicline. Chantix is the latest in a long line of drugs to be pulled from the market recently after the discovery of potentially harmful nitrosamines, which can cause cancer
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Illinois is one of the latest states to publicize the results of a decades-long investigation into the systemic sexual abuse of children by members of the Catholic clergy. The investigation in Illinois began in 2018 and included a review of documents from each of the state’s six Catholic dioceses. According to the report, published last
