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Vitamin C Could Affect Mesothelioma Treatments Recently researchers discovered that individuals who are receiving treatment for chemotherapy may see negative effects on their treatment if they are consuming vitamin C. Scientists are still studying how the vitamin is negatively impacting mesothelioma treatments, but have encouraged patients to speak with their doctors immediately on the subject. Hepatitis Becomes A Risk For Patients of Antibiotic Treatment Ketek is an antibiotic used to treat upper respiratory infections among patients. However, it was linked to liver failure among patients and has also been linked to at least one case of drug-induced hepatitis, according to researchers. Scientists Study Simple Polymer Treatments for TBI Patients Scientists have been studying the use of a simple polymer on traumatic brain injury patients and have found that the polymer, when administered within several hours of the injury, can not only reduce an TBI outcome, but can reverse the effect as well. Texas County Inundated with Asbestos Exposure Risks After the 2008 hurricane season millions of Texas residents became at risk for developing mesothelioma cancer. Asbestos fibers were mixed into a toxic sludge during flooding and as the sludge dried, hurricane victims became at risk for becoming exposed to asbestos. Brain Injuries Increase Risk of Developing Dementia A recent study discovered the an increased risk of developing early on-set dementia after a brain injury and infection has occurred in a patient. According to the study, the brain may develop an accelerated form of dementia after a TBI incident has occurred. Drug Marketed in Asia Even After Toxicity Occurs in Similar Drug Ketek Ketek has been associated with severe side effects that are causing liver failure and liver damage among patients. Although the drug has been linked to dangers and fatalities among patients the drug is now being marketed to patients in Asia. Government Agency Warns of Naturally Occurring Asbestos as Pollutant A government agency has recently warned of naturally occurring asbestos (NOA) can become a dangerous pollutant to individuals exposed to it and could potentially cause the development of mesothelioma cancer among individuals. News Outlets Continue to Report Avandia's Declining Sales, Status News agencies continue to report the decline in sales and status of the drug linked to the side effects that have occurred among Avandia patients. The drug's risks have been found to be associated with heart failure and early on-set osteopororsis. A Group of Doctors Petition FDA For Vegan Label on Avandia Recently, a group of physicians petitioned the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to change the labeling of a type 2 diabetes drug known as Avandia. The group of medical professionals would like to see a vegan diet promoted on the labeling as an alternative to the drug because of Avandia's dangerous side effects that include osteoporosis and heart failure. Researchers Take A Second Look at Gadolinium Dyes and NSF Recently, scientists began reinvestigating the causes and links to developing Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis (NSF), which is an extremely debilitating condition that is allegedly caused by gadolinium dyes that are administered through MRI/MRA procedures. Researchers found that the contrast dye should be evaluated before being administered on a case-by-case basis. Living With Crohn's Disease Crohn's disease is a gastrointestinal tract (GI) illness in which the colon and/or small intestine becomes inflamed. The condition affects more than half a million Americans and can be a severely uncomfortable condition. There are several treatments for Crohn's disease including the recent controversial Cimzia. Sports Injuries May Cause Increase in Traumatic Brain Injuries News reports recently found that professional athletes and sports players may be suffering from severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) without showing signs and symptoms, putting them at more risk for long-term risks. Train Accidents Can Cause Brain Injuries, Fatalities Recently a deadly train accident occurred in the California injuring more than 100 passengers. Many of those passengers likely suffered from traumatic brain injuries, a condition in which millions of Americans currently suffer with. Music Helps with Neurological Development for Brain Injury Patients Personal Injury: Traumatic Brain Injury. A study published in a medical journal recently announced the findings of its results that music therapy may increase brain neuron rehabilitation among patients suffering from brain injuries or brain injury related conditions. An additional study also concluded that music exposure among patients "enhanced learning". Avandia Makers Issue New Warning as Net Sales Plummet The type 2 diabetes drug, Avandia, has recently graced news headlines again as it receives a new warning in addition to warnings of the drug's link to early onset osteoporosis and heart failure. Additionally, makers Avandia are seeing record losses as the severe Avandia side effects become more concrete. Cimzia Linked to Life-Threatening Cancer Risk Among Children, Young Adults A drug known as Cimzia, part of the TNF blockers, treats Crohn's Disease. However, Cimzia along with the other TNF blockers have recently been linked to the development of cancerous cells among younger patients including children. New Study Says Exercise Will Cut Type 2 Diabetes Risk Type 2 diabetes is becoming an epidemic in the United States as the obesity rate continues to increase as well. A study that was just released has found that individuals predisposed for the condition may reduced their risk with regular exercise. Type 2 Diabetes Patients Weary of Byetta The type 2 diabetes drug byetta has recently been linked to the development of pancreatitis among patients. The FDA has launched an investigation into the drug and its potential side effects. University Studies Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury Personal Injury: Traumatic Brain Injury. The University of California San Diego recently was awarded a grant in part funded by the Department of Defense (DoD) to improve treatments for traumatic brain injury (TBI) and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) for American citizens and returning war veterans. Anthrax Infections and Lingering Treatments Cipro was recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the use of anthrax infections among both children and adults. However, the FDA also recently issued a black box warning for the drug and its fluoroquinolone drug family after reports of tendonitis and Achilles tendon rupture began to surface. Promising Gadolinium Alternative Could Offer Needed Results for Kidney Patients NSF is a seriously debilitating condition that affects a rare population of kidney patients who have received gadolinium dye for MRIs/MRAs. Recently, a study found a potential treatment that may decrease the severity of NSF developing in at-risk patients. Details of Proton Pump Inhibitor Drugs' Use and Side Effects PPIs, which are commonly used to treat and reduce the production of gastric acids within the stomach have recently been discovered to slow calcium absorption leading to early onset osteoporosis among long-term patients. Living With Asthma and Overcoming Dangerous Treatments Millions of adults and children suffer from asthma as well as allergies, which often come hand-in-hand. However, when medications to treat asthma come with side effects such as mood swings and depression, it can be a daunting task to understand how to live with asthma and what medications to take. Cholesterol Drug Lovastatin Being Studied As Potential Mesothelioma Treatment Currently, there are no treatments that can cure mesothelioma cancer. However, scientists have recently begun using a cholesterol drug on pleural mesothelioma patients and are finding the drug to have an unintended, yet extremely interesting effect on cancer cells. Vinyl Chloride Risks More Dangerous Than Initially Thought The use of vinyl chloride in America is likely understated, but it is actually used in an array of manufacturing processes and products. Vinyl chloride is regulated, but its risks can be severe. Exposure to Lead More Abundant, Dangers to Pregnant Women Severe Lead is more prevalent than many individuals think, and its extreme risks are also more abundant to those exposed to it. Women who are pregnant are at the utmost risk after exposure to lead because it will not only affect the woman, but her baby as well. Guidant Defibrillators Recalled Due to Risks The guidant defibrillators are medical devices used to restore a heart to normal heartbeats. However, some of the defibrillators have been failing patients, leading to sever complications that may lead to death. Protect Yourself Against Tainted Body Tissue Transplants Unfortunately, the medical community is seeing a scandalous rise to the use of illegally obtained and tainted human body tissues that are then being used in healthy individuals. It is imperative that individuals are aware of the potential dangers that can occur and how to protect themselves from that risk. MTBE - Methyl Tertiary-Butyl Ether Methyl Tertiary-Butyl Ether (MTBE) is a substance that was often mixed with gasoline to reduce emissions. However, it was discovered that MTBEs can cause adverse health effects to individuals and is especially available for inhalation as well as absorption into the body and into water and food supplies thus causing serious consequences. PremPro And Increased Risk of Breast Cancer, Heart Attack, Blood Clot and Stroke PremPro was introduced to the market to help ease the side effects commonly associated with menopause, however, because of the serious and harmful risks associated with the hormone replacement therapy a study was halted by the National Institute of Health (NIH). Women must be aware of the side effects of this drug in order to protect themselves from breast cancer developing. War Veterans and Traumatic Brain Injury U.S. soldiers who have fought for their country and return home with disabilities because of a brain injury should be provided for in the best possible way. However, with so many soldiers returning from the war in Iraq with a brain injury, the war's signature injury, it becomes difficult to track and treat these men and women. Composix Mesh Hernia Patches Can Cause Intestinal Fistulae Hernia patches have been widely used as a medical alternative to keep individuals at less of a risk for hernia rupture. However, the Kugel Mesh Patches have been linked to several severe side effects because of defective hernia patches. Battling Liver Disease Dangers and Side Effects Liver disease is a severe and deadly condition that affect more than just the liver, but can cause an individual to suffer in other ways. Knowing how to recognize the signs of liver disease is very important especially as when there are more ways than one to contract the condition. EG Labs Announces Recall of Viapro Supplements The over-the-counter erectile dysfunction drug, Viapro, has recently come under fire for containing an undeclared ingredient that can cause severe side effects when mixed with other drugs containing nitrates, including medications for high cholesterol, heart disease, diabetes or high blood pressure. Ketek Side Effects Include Liver Damage, Death The makers of Ketek, an antibiotic that treats bacterial infections, have recently been confronted with a severe side effect by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA has had several reports of serious liver failure and liver damage of patients taking the drug. Asbestos Taints Children's Toys A rash of asbestos-contaminated toys have recently reached U.S. shelves and many have been put at risk for potential exposure to the dangerous mineral that can cause an incurable form of lung cancer known as mesothelioma. The Risks of Hip Surgery Components Undergoing a hip replacement surgery can be a daunting and uncomfortable process; but knowing the outcome will be cause for improvement helps patients get through the risky surgery. However, when components fail and another surgery is necessary it becomes difficult to prepare a patient. New Drug Study for Abdominal Mesothelioma Individuals who suffer from pleural mesothelioma may be at risk for what is known as abdominal mesothelioma or peritoneal mesothelioma. The cancerous cells often can spread from the lung lining into the lining of the abdomen. A new study has found a potential new drug treatment to help improve the patients lives. Silicosis Increases Occupational Hazards Among Workers When silica dust is inhaled it causes a severe lung disease known as silicosis. Individuals who work with silica should be aware of the extreme dangers associated with this line of work and their employers must also make employees aware of these risks. Benlate May Cause Eye Defects Among Babies Each year, hundreds of babies are born with eye defects. The defects can be related to genetics, but can also be related to exposure to an environmental toxin such as Benlate. Benlate, made by DuPont, was removed from shelves in 1998 but may still remain a risk to millions of individuals. Medtronic Defibrillators Cause Health Problems Among Patients Even though medical science has made astounding breakthroughs among technology that can assist individuals in living longer, the technology is not always 100 percent safe. Medtronic devices can be consider an example of unsafe technology. However, the defects among these devices have been considered deadly. DuPont's Benlate Fungicide Causes Birth Defects Benlate is a fungicide that was developed by DuPont. It had been used on crops around the world, however, research began to surface linking the main ingredient, benomyl, to birth defects among women exposed to the fungicide. It was removed from shelves in 2001, but not before hundreds and possibly even thousands were put at risk. Vinyl Chloride Classified As Carcinogen Vinyl chloride has been deemed a carcinogenic substance by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Additionally, the substance has been found to be so toxic that there is no level of safe exposure. Fluoroquinolones Receive Black Box Label By FDA The fluroquinolones drug family are antibiotics that treat an array of bacterial infections depending on what type of drug (Cipro, Levaquin, etc.). However, all the drugs of this class have been associated recently with a serious and irreversible risk of tendon rupture among patients, thus resulting in a black box labeling by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Study Uncovers Mesothelioma Link to Nanotechnology Mesothelioma has long since been linked to the exposure of asbestos fibers and dust being inhaled into the lungs. However, a recent discovery has linked carbon nanotubes to the development of mesothelioma as well, although scientists and researchers are still struggling to convince nanotechnology produces of these potential dangers. Federal Regulations for Creosote Exposure Creosote is a chemical often used to treat wood used in railroads. However, while it mainly effects railroad workers, the federal government has yet to develop standards to regulate the exposure of creosote tar and creosote exposure into everyday drinking water and food. Trasylol: Spotty History of a Blood Clotting Agent Trasylol aprotinin is a blood thinning agent that is used during major surgical procedures to avoid extensive clotting among patients, which can be deadly. However, studies have surfaced in the past few years linking the use of the blood thinner to serious conditions including kidney/renal failure, heart attack and stroke. Reports Surface Detailing Levaquin Risks Levaquin is an anti-bacterial medication used on an array of bacterial infections from pneumonia to chlamydia. Reports have surfaced regarding the severe side effects associated with taking the drug including tendon rupture that may cause surgery to fix. Digitek Digoxin Recalled Due to Manufacturing Defect Digitek digoxin is a prescription drug widely used for individuals suffering from heart conditions such as congestive heart failure or irregular heart rhythms. However, a recent manufacturer's error caused the drug to be released with double the dose prescribed, potentially causing toxicity among patients. Asbestos Legislation Reaches U.S. Congress Mesothelioma cancer is caused by the inhalation of asbestos. Currently, the United States imports unregulated products that may put Americans at risk for asbestos exposure. However, legislation that was recently introduced to the U.S. Congress aims to dissolve any further risks for asbestos exposure. Wearable Technology Helps Victims of Brain Injury, Stroke Millions of Americans are affected each year by a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Often these victims are left with serious and debilitating injuries including paralysis of limbs. However, new technology is emerging that may provide a new lease on life for individuals suffering from TBI. Fen-Phen and Redux -- Withdrawn From Market Fen-Phen and Redux, were both once highly sought after weight-loss drugs, even being prescribed by some physicians in the early 1990s. However, the use of the weight loss drugs became banned by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) after reports surfaced linking the drugs to severe heart problems among patients. Digitek Digoxin: Important Facts for Patients Digitek digoxin is a prescription treatment for congestive heart failure and heart rhythm irregularity conditions. A manufacturer's error caused a batch of the drug to be released with double the appropriate dosage of medication, creating a potentially harmful toxicity risk. Paxil Linked To Dangerous Withdrawal Symptoms Paxil is a popular antidepressant drug under the seretonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class that has been linked to SSRI Discontinuation Syndrome, which is a serious disorder that can at times become life threatening. The Dangers of Prescription Pain Killers - Oxycontin Oxycontin is a strongly dosed pain reliever originally prescribed to individuals suffering from cancer or other severe conditions, however, the pain reliever has been associated with an array of serious side effects that may cause harm to a patient rather than provide them with relief. Levaquin Approved for Children Despite the Potential Link to Severe Tendon Ruptures Among Patients Levaquin, an antibiotic, used to treat bacterial infections has been linked to a number of studies suggesting the prescription drug's side effects may be severe. One of the alleged side effects includes tendon rupture, that some have said may cause permanent damgage or require surgery to repair. Objective Testing of Sports Injuries and Informed Consent In America, sports are considered more than just entertainment. From baseball to hockey, American fans reveal in the activities of everything sports, including fights. However, often times, fights lead to serious injuries and the methods as well as consent for which injuries are tested remains controversial in the sports community. Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment Research and Methods Increase Each year, millions of Americans are tragically affected by a mild to severe traumatic brain injury (TBI). TBI is one of the most overlooked injury and individuals suffering from TBI go untreated, while suffering severe consequences. However, as treatment options grow, more individuals can be helped to overcome the adverse complications associated with TBI. Scientists Research Potential Treatment of Mesothelioma Cells Mesothelioma is a deadly form of lung cancer that has severe side effects which can be painful for a victim. While no known treatment can cure mesothelioma, scientists recently discovered a potential method for decreasing cancerous mesothelioma cell growth. Demographics Reveal The Truth About Traumatic Brain Injury Scientists continually strive do uncover research related to if certain individuals are more susceptible to traumatic brain injury (TBI) compared to others. Looking at age and gender, researchers are attempting to pinpoint TBI causes in order to provide preventable measures to potential victims. Welding Rods and Exposure to Welding Gases Welding has been a profession within America for decades, and while it remains an important part of the construction industry, often welders are exposed to very dangerous gases and chemicals. Using welding rods, which is a popular form of welding can produce maganese, which then increases the amount of toxicity inhaled by a welder.