Many women grow up straightening their hair multiple times a month with harsh chemicals because that is what their mother teaches them to do. For decades, demanding straight hair was a common practice in many professional environments. Companies didn't care about the...
Defective Products
Are premature babies at risk for developing deadly intestinal diseases?
Infants born prematurely suffer through a host of challenges on the path toward stable health. From respiratory difficulties to a weak immune system, parents and hospitals alike must devote significant attention to the health and care of premature babies....
Doctors, patients concerned about CPAP recall
Millions of people across the U.S. use CPAP machines due to sleep apnea disorders. In a recent blog post, we mentioned that Philips is recalling several of these devices because of the potential for serious health concerns to result from ordinary use. As the issue...
AFFF foam linked to cancer in firefighters
People across Mississippi look at firefighters as the heroes of our communities. We know that when tragedy strikes, they will be there to take on the selfless work that needs to be done. They make great sacrifices to keep us save, and we owe them a debt of gratitude...
CPAP machines recalled by manufacturer – may cause serious health problems
For people with sleep apnea, CPAP machines are an essential part of their daily lives. These machines make it possible for them to actually get the rest they need at night in order to feel refreshed and ready to take on the challenges of a new day. Unfortunately,...
A drug label can be defective, even if the drug is not
When people think about defective drugs, they tend to think about drugs that have unintended side effects. A drug is supposed to help with headaches, for instance, but it causes those who take it to have a stroke. A drug is supposed to be safe for long-term use, but...
What happened with cars accelerating by themselves?
One of your greatest fears in the car is likely losing control of that car. This could happen, for instance, if the car begins accelerating on its own and there is nothing you can do to stop it. These types of incidents made a lot of headlines back in 2014 and before,...
Methanol presence leads to mass sanitizer recalls
If you are someone who uses a lot of hand sanitizer, it is important that you know where it comes from and that the contents are safe for human use. The Food and Drug Administration recently banned toxic hand sanitizers that have been distributed throughout the United...
Why is Johnson & Johnson no longer selling domestic talc powder?
For decades, Johnson & Johnson's baby powder has been a staple of the health and beauty industry. Countless people have used this branded talcum powder to absorb sweat, decrease friction and prevent painful rashes. Unfortunately, despite its name implying that the...
Vitamin E acetate and other contents linked to e-cigarette injuries
Vaping can be dangerous, though it was supposed to be safer than smoking cigarettes. Unfortunately, some people have been badly hurt as a result of vaping and using vaping devices. Take for example this case in which a woman passed away from a vaping-associated lung...