Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis that can be incredibly debilitating, with severe pain and mobility challenges. Gout symptoms include pain, swelling, redness and heat in one joint at a time, often the big toe. Other joints can also be affected, including the knee,…
In August 2022, President Joe Biden signed the Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act, which includes the Camp Lejeune Justice Act (CLJA). This law makes it possible for victims of the contaminated water at the marine base to file a legal claim against the…
Chances are, if you have cooked, bathed, purchased something, put on makeup, washed your clothes or drank water today, you may have been exposed to low levels of toxic chemicals. 97% of the American population has these chemicals, a group of thousands collectively known as…
For years, farmers and agricultural workers have used herbicides to control weed and grass growth that can be detrimental to crops, dry out certain plants, and remove leaves from them before harvesting. But over time, regular herbicide use has caused plants to become resistant, leading…
Baby formula manufacturers Mead Johnson and Abbott Laboratories have been sued by parents who say the companies’ baby formula products caused their newborns to develop a rare disease – necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). NEC is an intestinal condition that affects premature babies. It happens when the…
Last summer, Philips Respironics made a startling announcement. Some of the company’s medical devices had flaws that could expose patients to carcinogenic chemicals. The FDA recalled several Philips CPAP machines, ventilators, and BiPAP machines. After a recall, a manufacturer typically offers a repair, refund, or…