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• Preterm Infant Survival Significantly Increased in Recent Years

  January 24, 2022

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study finds that children born preterm have a better chance of survival now than in previous years, but still face an increased risk of rehospitalization and neurodevelopmental problems.

• Breast Milk Benefits Over Formula At Preventing NEC For Premature Infants Highlighted in Another Study

  January 14, 2022

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study finds preterm infant formula products like Similac and Enfamil lack key nutrients found in breast milk which help newborns resist necrotizing enterocolitis.

• Infant NEC Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed Against Similac, Enfamil Baby Formula Makers

  January 6, 2022

  Irvin Jackson

  A wrongful death lawsuit blames baby formula manufacturers for a fatal case of necrotizing enterocolitis which claimed the life of a one-month old premature baby early last year.

• Similac and Enfamil NEC Lawsuit Filed Against Baby Formula Makers

  December 28, 2021

  Irvin Jackson

  A Similac and Enfamil NEC lawsuit claims use of the cow's milk-based formula led to a preterm infant developing necrotizing enterocolitis, which required the removal of one-third of his intestines.

• Consolidation Sought for Baby Formula NEC Lawsuits Against Similac, Enfamil Manufacturers in State Court

  December 16, 2021

  Irvin Jackson

  A motion filed in the Illinois Supreme Court calls for all baby formula NEC lawsuits in that state to be consolidated before one judge for pretrial proceedings.

• Link Between Baby Formula and NEC For Premature Babies Withheld by Makers of Similac, Enfamil: Lawsuits

  December 10, 2021

  Irvin Jackson

  Despite repeated scientific links between baby formula and necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), a growing number of parents have filed lawsuits against the makers of Similac and Enfamil, saying they have continued to promote their products for preterm infants despite knowing they are unsafe and lack the nutritional value of human breast milk.

• Enfamil Lawsuit Filed Over Salmonella Complications from Baby Formula

  December 2, 2021

  Irvin Jackson

  An Enfamil lawsuit claims contaminated baby formula led to salmonella complications for a newborn who has suffered permanent physical and mental injuries as a result.

• Preemies Given Donor Milk Had Lower Risk of NEC, Better Growth Rates, Than Those Given Infant Formula

  November 19, 2021

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study indicates donor milk is better at preventing NEC in preterm infants than formula, and leads to better growth rates.

• Similac, Enfamil and Fortified Baby Formulas Do Not Increase Cognitive Function: Study

  November 17, 2021

  Irvin Jackson

  Fortifying infant formula with various nutrients failed to result in cognitive developmental improvements among children, according to the findings of a new study.

• Baby Formula Promoted for Preterm Babies, Despite Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) Risks

  November 3, 2021

  Irvin Jackson

  Despite numerous studies warning their baby formula products could increase the risk of necrotizing enterocolitis, a growing number of lawsuits say the makers of Similac and Enfamil have continued to promote use of the formulas to hospitals as nourishment for preterm infants.