The Food and Drug Administration has announced it will be withdrawing Belviq, a weight-loss drug associated with increased rates of cancer, from the U.S. market. New studies revealed that 7.7% of Belviq patients had cancer diagnoses, and individuals were diagnosed more frequently with tumors including pancreatic, colorectal, and lung cancers. Belviq was introduced to U.S. consumer […]
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Mar
Mar
Though truck drivers can get into the same kinds of accidents as car drivers, and for the same reasons, there are a few dangers that are unique with truck driving – one of them being fatigue. Anyone can be too tired to drive responsibly, but fatigue is a common occurrence with commercial truck drivers who […]
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Mar
Mar
When you drive your car on a daily basis, whether it’s to work, school, or an event, you never think about whether or not your airbag will work safely in the event of an accident. Not only do you expect to make it through each drive without getting into a collision, but you also naturally […]
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Feb
Feb
While some drunk drivers are consuming alcohol in their cars or are coming from their homes, many may be coming from a bar, restaurant, or tavern where they had gotten drunk. When drunk drivers cause a car accident, they may be directly responsible, but can the restaurant or bar owners who served them alcohol be […]
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Feb
Feb
Opioid addiction today is rampant throughout the nation. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 702,000 people have died between 1999 and 2017 due to drug overdose, and 68% of those deaths were opioid overdoses. As a result, many drug manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies have been sued for making and distributing […]
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Feb
Feb
A driving danger that is often cited for causing common car accidents like spin-outs and rear-ending is speeding. Cars that are driving too quickly can lose control on the road, or may not have enough time to brake before hitting the car in front of them. However, another less common but still dangerous condition is […]
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Feb
Feb
Vape pens, known as today’s e-cigarettes, have become increasingly popular amongst American teenagers, attracting young crowds with their modern, minimalist designs and delicious-smelling flavors. While many teenagers feel that vape pens are less dangerous than regular cigarettes, the reality is that the pens are still filled with nicotine that is known for being addictive. Vaping […]
05
Feb
Feb
If you weren’t wearing a seatbelt when you were injured in a car accident, you may be wondering whether or not you can file a personal injury claim. Does the lack of a seatbelt mean you were the negligent party? It’s a tricky question that depends on which state you live in, and what the evidence […]
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Nov
Nov
In our discussion of wound care among the elderly population, we will primarily be looking at ulcer care; specifically, the improper care of ulcers. Given that the integrity of the skin tends to degenerate as we age, and that certain diseases like diabetes compromise skin integrity even more, the elderly population is much more at […]
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Oct
Oct
Workers’ compensation benefits provide coverage for medical expenses and a source of income to injured employees who are recovering from an on-the-job accident. Injured workers are frequently advised to avoid returning to work until they have reached maximum medical improvement, but in some cases, employees are able to return to work while they are still […]