Archives for 2009

Metallic Taste in Mouth: Symptom or Side Effect?

September 23, 2009 By E. Sizemore

A metallic taste in your mouth is often a symptom of conditions or diseases such as gum disease, but could also be side effects associated with certain medications. Below is a list of diseases and conditions associated with symptoms like metallic taste in your mouth, as well as a list of medications related to similar side effects. We are not … [Read more...]

Tendon / Ligament Injuries and Tendonitis: Symptoms or Side Effects?

September 23, 2009 By E. Sizemore

Tendon and ligament injuries and tendonitis are often symptoms of conditions or diseases such as, or caused by lifestyle or workplace activities, but could also be side effects associated with certain medications, such as Levaquin. Below is a list of diseases and conditions associated with symptoms like Tendon and Ligament Injuries and Tendonitis, … [Read more...]

TCPSC Urges Parents to Inspect and Secure TVs, Furniture, and Appliances to Prevent Tip-Over Deaths and Injuries

September 23, 2009 By The CPSC Leave a Comment

WASHINGTON, D.C. - FOR YOUNG CHILDREN, THE HOME IS A PLAYGROUND, AND WHILE MANY PARENTS CHILDPROOF TO ENSURE THAT THEIR HOME IS A SAFE PLACE, SOME MAY NOT BE AWARE THAT UNSECURED TVS, FURNITURE AND APPLIANCES ARE HIDDEN HAZARDS LURKING IN EVERY ROOM. TODAY, THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION (CPSC) IS URGING PARENTS ONCE AGAIN TO TAKE … [Read more...]

'CPSC 2.0' Launches Product Safety Agency into Social Media

September 23, 2009 By The CPSC Leave a Comment

Consumers to Be Informed of Important Safety Issues Faster and More Frequently: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is launching "CPSC 2.0," a comprehensive social networking initiative that will make lifesaving and other safety information more accessible to consumers. Utilizing a variety of technologies and social media sites, CPSC will … [Read more...]

Portex Uncuffed Pediatric-Sized Tracheal Tubes

September 22, 2009 By The FDA Leave a Comment

Smiths Medical announced that it is initiating a nationwide voluntary recall of Portex® Uncuffed Pediatric-Sized Tracheal Tubes (sizes 2.5, 3.0 and 3.5 mm) manufactured before September 2009. Description of the Issue A small number of tubes were manufactured with internal diameters slightly smaller than indicated on the labeling, which may create … [Read more...]