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Traumatic brain injuries can lead to long-term problems. You may have to undergo ongoing procedures while receiving lifelong care from a medical professional. Unfortunately, these brain injuries happen far too often in numerous situations; many of which occur because of negligence. It’s crucial to recognize some of the symptoms you may experience. Physical Symptoms…

Paraquat, also known as paraquat dichloride, is a popular weedkiller that has sparked controversy after strong scientific links between exposure to Paraquat and Parkinson’s disease were uncovered by multiple studies. More than 32 countries have either banned or phased out Paraquat due to its toxicity. These countries or entities include China, Brazil, Switzerland, and the European…

When you get a massage, you expect a relaxing and healing experience. But above all, you expect to have a safe experience. But the expectation of safety is not always a reality at Massage Envy spas across the country, according to numerous emerging complaints and lawsuits. Hundreds of women say they were sexually assaulted by their…

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) are on a continuum of severe skin reactions that are often caused by medications. SJS is less severe than TEN because it covers approximately 10% of the body while TEN affects 30% or more of the body. These severe skin conditions usually begin with fever and flu-like symptoms including:…

In January 2021, Pfizer, the manufacturer of the rheumatoid arthritis drug Xeljanz®, announced the results of the safety clinical trial mandated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The study analyzed the safety of tofacitinib, the active ingredient in Xeljanz, at two doses: 5 mg twice daily and 10 mg twice daily. Patients taking Xeljanz at…

On September 1st, 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a Drug Safety Communication to the public after reviewing a safety clinical trial into the safety of the medication Xeljanz. The FDA concluded that there is an increased risk of serious heart-related events such as heart attack or stroke, cancer, blood clots, and death…