CDC Warns About Child Respiratory Disease Cases Due to Virus Linked to Child Paralysis Cases
The CDC warns a resurgence of cases of childhood paralysis and limb weakness, potentially linked to a form of enterovirus, may be on the rise.
Tag Archives: Paralysis
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Shingrix Shingles Vaccine Recommended for Immunocompromised Adults: CDC Reports
The CDC says it approves of the use of Shingrix in immunocompromised adults, which was contraindicated for the competing shingles live virus vaccine, Zostavax.
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Shingrix Guillain-Barré Syndrome Risk Seen During 42 Days After Shingles Vaccination: Study
The Shingrix vaccine appears to be linked to a small, but statistically significant, increased risk og Guillain-Barre Syndrome, according to the findings of a study which led to new label…
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Toxic Chemicals In Firefighter Foam Caused Birth Defects, Paralysis, New Jersey Woman Claims
A product liability lawsuit claims PFAS chemicals found in firefighter foams and released from nearby chemical plants resulted in a New Jersey woman being born with numerous birth defects and…
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Shingrix Vaccine’s Risk of Guillain-Barré Syndrome Results in New FDA Warning
The Shingrix vaccine, used to prevent shingles, may increase the risk of Guillain-Barre Syndrome, which can cause muscle weakness and paralysis, the FDA warns.
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Muscle Paralysis Drug Recall Follows ISMP Warning of “Extremely Hazardous Packaging”
One lot of a drug meant to induce paralysis during anesthesia is being recalled after it was discovered some bottles were accidentally labeled as a blood pressure medication.
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Childhood Paralysis Caused By Acute Flaccid Myelitis Should Be Global Health Concern, Researchers Warn
Childhood paralysis cases are occurring worldwide and healthcare professionals should be aware of the problem and have the ability to recognize the symptoms as early as possible, researchers warn.
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CDC Study Details Symptoms of Childhood Paralysis, Hoping To Raise Awareness
A new report from the CDC lays out the typical symptoms of a disease that paralyses children, in order to help doctors detect the illness as early as possible.
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CDC Warns Of Return Of Acute Flaccid Myelitis Outbreak
The CDC warns this fall will likely see an outbreak of an illness which can lead to childhood paralyzation.
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ISMP Report Indicates Some Paralyzing Agent Drugs, Crucial During the Ongoing Pandemic, Lack Adequate Warning Labels
In the rush to handle the COVID-19 pandemic, some dangerous drugs may be going out without proper warning labels, experts warn.
