It was recently revealed that DePuy Orthopaedics, a division of Johnson & Johnson, will recall even more all-metal hip implants after concerns were raised by the FDA that the devices were never properly tested. To learn more, read the full story here… “DePuy forced to recall additional devices“ CA
An attorney with the Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp& Duffan law firm recently wrote about a new toy that has already injured one child who required surgery. To learn more, read Playing with This Type of Ball may be Hazardous to Your Child’s Health. MH
Consumer Reports published an article recommending that its readers avoid using the diabetes drug Actos as well as its generic equivalents due to health risks associated with the product. To learn more, read the full story here… “Consumer Reports Advises Against Taking Actos“ CA
Recent data reveals that the 123 million medical devices recalled last quarter broke a nearly two-year-old record. This number is eight times larger than the number of devices recalled during the same quarter in 2011 and may spark worries about an increasing trend of defective or dangerous medical devices. To learn more, read the full…
The Consumer Products Safety Commission announced the recall of more than 2 million baby bathing seats due to a risk of injury to infants. While in use, the hinges on the device can fail, causing children to fall. Reports show that the bathingseats are responsible for causing skull fractures in children as young as two weeks. To learn more, read the full story here… “2 Million Baby…