An Illinois jury awarded $60 million last month to a woman whose premature baby died from necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) after consuming baby formula. The jury found that Mead Johnson, the manufacturer of the popular formula brand Enfamil, acted negligently and failed to warn consumers about…
As adults embrace weighted blankets as a method for reducing anxiety and insomnia, some parents have turned to using weighted blankets with their babies, including newborns. Experts have raised the alarm about the dangers that products like weighted swaddles and blankets pose for infants. Weighted…
Many parents and caregivers depend on powdered baby formula to feed their children. Some do not have access to breastmilk, the nourishment pediatricians recommend as the number one way to feed newborns. In recent years, however, parents have not always been able to rely on…
Panera Bread is facing lawsuits over it’s “Charged Lemonade” beverages. The first lawsuit was filed by the parents of a 21-year-old college student who died after drinking one of the restaurant chain’s heavily caffeinated lemonade drinks. Sarah Katz, a promising University of Pennsylvania junior, had…
Johnson & Johnson’s attempts to move past its expensive legal battles over talc-based baby powder remain unsuccessful, even after utilizing a loophole known as the “Texas Two-Step.” Company executives say the steady stream of new claims won’t pressure them into giving up. Over the last…
New clinical guidance released by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) cautions parents that formulas marketed as healthy and nutritious for toddlers are unnecessary and provide little to no health benefits. These “toddler milks” and other beverages are offered as transition drinks designed to wean…
The ratings and quality of care at nursing homes in the United States dramatically vary. While many facilities receive five-star ratings from Medicare, far too many others fall well below the standard of care its residents are entitled to. Risks to the health and safety…
With so many baby powder lawsuits filed against Johnson & Johnson over the last few years, you may be wondering – is it safe to use baby powder? Those who have used baby powder in the past on themselves or their children may wonder has…
Formula feeding is a common alternative to providing infants with the proper nutrition and substances for the growth of a healthy child. While health professionals believe breast milk is best for infants because it protects against various diseases and conditions, it’s not always an option…
Theme parks are a great way to blow off steam with friends and family during the summertime. With around 400 million people visiting them each year, theme parks are popular summer vacation destinations. But with the extreme roller coasters and intimidating attractions, many people question…