The OrthoEvra birth control patch has been linked to an increased risk of blood clots, heart attacks, strokes and pulmonary embolism. These birth control patch dangers can lead to serious complications for women and are potentially fatal. (more…) Read More
Egg salad food contamination has led to a recall by Ballard's Farm Sausage, Inc. in 17 states. (more…) Read More
The source of the recent e. coli spinach contamination outbreack has been found in cattle manure on a California ranch. The California Department of Health Services indicated that the strand of e coli matches that which has infected Americans nationwide. (more…) Read More
Although Fosamax was approved by the FDA in 1995, the first reports of jaw bone decay side effects did not surface until early 2005. The reason for this long delay is that the risk of jaw bone deterioration increases with long term use of the medication.… Read More
The Ortho Evra birth control patch warning label was recently updated to indicate that it carries an increased risk of blood clots when compared with traditional birth control pills. (more…) Read More
A study which appears in The Journal of the American Medical Association, recommends that all children with cerebral palsy obtain MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) brain scans. The scans will help predict the effects children with cerebral palsy will have from the disability. (more…) Read More
Recent reports of serious injuries from sleepwalking, sleep eating and sleep driving as a result of Ambien side effects calls into question the growing use of direct to consumer advertising by pharmaceutical companies. (more…) Read More
The FDA has issued an alert that Lamictal side effects may pose a danger if taken during the first three months of pregnancy. The side effect of Lamictal could result in a birth defect known as a cleft lip or cleft palate. (more…) Read More
Several medications taken by children and adults for treatment of ADHD now include warning lables indicating that they carry an increased risk of serious side effects. The manufacturer previously failed to adequately warn of the potential risk of heart attack, stroke and sudden death. >>NEWS ALERT:… Read More
On June 30, 2006 it was announced that a new warning label will be added to the antibiotic Ketek indicating an increased risk of liver damage as a side effect. This warning label change follows several allegations of fraud during clinical trials and reports of patients with… Read More
