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Actos Cancer Class Action Lawsuit Filed for Australians, New Zealanders

Takeda Pharmaceuticals now faces a potential Actos class action on behalf of Australians and New Zealanders, mirroring claims made by individuals throughout the United States who allege that they developed bladder cancer from Actos. Continued

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Texas Gulf Shrimp Recall Issued Over Foreign Object Contamination

Nearly 35,000 pounds of shrimp are being recalled by the Galveston Shrimp Company, after a metal object was found in at least one bag. Continued

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Teens Who Text While Driving More Likely to Take Other Risks: Study

A new report warns that teens who text while driving are more likely than their peers to engage in even riskier driving behavior, like drinking or not wearing a seat belt.   Continued

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Eco-Cuisine Baking Mix Recall Issued Due to Salmonella Poisoning Risk

Various flavored baking mixes sold by Eco-Cuisine have been recalled after ingredients used in the products were found to have been contaminated with salmonella, posing a risk of serious and sometimes fatal infections for consumers.   Continued

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Robotic Surgery Not Needed For Most Procedures: Study

A new study raises additional questions about the need for robotic assisted surgery in many cases, finding that patients operated on by the da Vinci surgical robot for the treatment of pelvic lesions are more likely to suffer complications, pay more, and are under the knife longer than patients treated through laparascopic surgery.   Continued

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Effexor Pregnancy Risks Withheld, Birth Defects Lawsuit Alleges

Pfizer faces a new product liability lawsuit brought by a Utah mother, who claims that the drug maker withheld information about the risks of becoming pregnant while taking Effexor, alleging that her child was born with multiple birth defects and malformations from side effects of the antidepressant.   Continued

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Another Compounding Pharmacy Recall Issued, As Proposed Regulatory Legislation Criticized

Another compounding pharmacy has recalled all of its drugs amid safety concerns, as legislation designed to address industry-wide problems has faced harsh criticism from consumer groups.   Continued

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Bike Helmet Requirements Had Little Impact on Head Injury Rates: Study

In recent years, a number of laws have been introduced to require bike helmets in an effort to help cyclists reduce the risk of head injuries. While bike-related injuries do appear to be on the decline, new research from Canada suggests that mandatory helmet laws may be having little, if any, impact. Continued

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Schwab Lawsuit Restrictions Lifted Amid Debate Over Class Action Ban

As legal challenges continue over Charles Schwabs requirement that clients waive their right to file class action lawsuits, the brokerage firm has decided to temporarily lift the lawsuit restriction.  Continued

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Lack of Benefits from Vaginal Mesh and Complications Examined in Studies

Women who receive vaginal mesh made of synthetic materials implanted to treat pelvic organ prolapse (POP) fare no better than women who have the problem addressed using native tissue, and 10% of them can expect to experience painful complications from the vaginal mesh, such as erosion of the mesh into the vagina, according to the findings of two new studies.   Continued