Defective DrugsAdverse reactions to medications on the market.

Personal InjuryPersonal injuries resulting from negligence may lead to significant medical expenses.

Toxic ExposureDangerous toxins linked to cancers, birth defects, and chronic respiratory problems.

DiseasesDangerous toxins linked to cancers, birth defects, and chronic respiratory problems.

Financial FraudsUnethical actions by large corporations may cause financial hardship.

Medical MalpracticeMedical errors or negligent health care resulting in injury or death.

Zoloft Linked To Birth Defects

May 14, 2013

Zoloft (generic: sertraline)is in a group of drugs called Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI) used to treat depression and anxiety disorders. SSRIs work by regulating the rate at which the brain’s synapses reabsorb released serotonin such that the serotonin remains in the synaptic gap for an extended period of time, theoretically causing improvements in the patient’s mood. SSRI antidepressants including Zoloft have been linked to variety of severe birth defects including Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension (PPHN) and heart, lung, abdominal and …

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Metal On Metal Hip Implants

May 14, 2013

Metal-on-metal hip implants consist of a ball, stem and shell, all made of metal materials. Metal-on-metal hip implants were designed to offer the below benefits: Less device material wear is generated when the ball and socket rub against each other in comparison to other hip implants Decreased chance of dislocation when the ball of the thighbone (femur) slips out of its socket in the hip bone (pelvis) Decreased chance of device fracture   There are two types of Metal-on-metal hip …

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