Did you know that heart burn can cause esophageal cancer? A recent survey found that 86% of Americans are unaware of the connection, according to the Esophageal Cancer Action Network (ECAN). The group wants to change that. On May 1, 2017 ECAN filed a petition with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) asking the agency to require that … [Read more...]
Zostavax Shingle Vaccine Injuries
Zostavax is a shingles vaccine made by Merck. It contains live chicken pox virus. It is made for people 50 and older, and it is the only shingles vaccine approved for use in the U.S. The U.S. Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a one-time dose for adults who are 60 and older. But, Zostavax can actually cause shingles or … [Read more...]
Smith & Nephew Hip Recall – Metallosis
On November 15, 2016 Smith & Nephew sent a letter to its customer to notify them that it was recalling its Modular SMF™ and Modular REDAPT™ Revision Femoral Hip Systems, due to a high number of complaints of problems with the implanted devices. The most common complaint being metal-related adverse events. Smith & Nephew is removing both hip … [Read more...]
Zimmer Biomet Shoulder Recall
On February 16, 2017, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a Class I recall of Zimmer Biomet Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder implants. A Class I recall is the most serious type of recall the agency issues, and involves defective devices that can cause serious injury or death. 3,662 units are recalled. The shoulder implants were … [Read more...]
Trump Speeding up FDA Approvals While Slashing Medical Research
On March 16, 2017, the Trump administration released its proposed budget outline for the 2018 federal fiscal year. The proposed plan would double the fees that pharmaceutical companies pay to have their products reviewed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and says that it includes measures to speed up the approval process for new drugs … [Read more...]
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