The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is cracking down on federal prison guards who sexually abuse inmates, saying Bureau of Prisons (BOP) employees haven’t been punished harshly enough.
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
More than 65,000 American women are expected to be diagnosed with uterine cancer this year. It is the most common female gynecologic cancer, and women older than 55 are especially likely to develop it. Obesity, hormonal imbalances, and a family history of cancer can all…
As students head off to college, many envision the incredible journey toward adulthood and independence. Before taking this new step toward freedom, students are reminded by parents and loved ones
As consumers, we try to keep safety in mind whenever buying a product. However, as a recent study indicates, more often than not, consumers rely on blind trust that manufacturers are using safe ingredients in what they sell. Unfortunately, the manufacturers don’t always protect the…
Muchas mujeres en todo el país se aplican productos químicos para alisar el cabello, sin darse cuenta de las posibles consecuencias de la salud que estos productos químicos pueden tener en sus cuerpos. Un estudio reciente explica sobre el peligro que pueden representar los productos…
When a medical error occurs because a doctor or other professional failed to meet their duty of care, a medical malpractice lawsuit offers the opportunity to be compensated for damages.
A young Illinois woman who fought her way back from a rare and deadly disease is now enjoying married life with the man who never left her side.
Viktoria Cupay,
Pregnancy and childbirth are, for many, a time of magic, familial closeness, happiness, and a celebration of life and health. Unfortunately, the event can become a day marked by trauma, loss, and significant stress for many.
Many women across the country apply chemical straightening products to their hair, unaware of the potential health consequences these chemicals may have on their bodies. A recent study is shining a light on the danger chemical hair products may pose, placing millions of women at…
Problems continue to grow for Philips Respironics, the internationally-known maker of breathing devices with headquarters in Pennsylvania.
In June of 2021, the company was forced to recall more than five
Last month, the District of Columbia’s highest court allowed two lawsuits to move forward, despite previous rulings to squash them from lower courts. The first lawsuit, filed by the
