Enterovirus D68 Most Likely Cause Of Polio-Like Child Paralysis, Some Scientists Say
Some researchers say they believe they know what is causing increased incidents of child paralysis, but the CDC is not so sure.
Tag Archives: Paralysis
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Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) Cases Lead To Concerns Over Polio-Like Illnesses Among Children
The CDC is investigating a growing number of cases of paralysis among children nationwide.
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Shingles Vaccine Lawsuit Filed Over Bell’s Palsy Facial Paralysis from Zostavax
Side effects of the Zostavax shingles vaccine caused a New Mexico man to develop facial paralysis, hearing loss and other complications, according to a lawsuit filed against Merck.
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Dorel Car Seat Lawsuit Results in $34M Verdict After Child Paralyzed
Dorel has been ordered to pay $34.4 million in compensatory and punitive damages to the family of a child who was paralyzed during an auto accident while in one of…
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Zika Virus Warnings Expanded, May Be Linked To Microcephaly Birth Defects
The number of countries linked to Zika virus outbreak has expanded, as health officials in the U.S. and around the world warn of cranial birth defects and paralysis that may…
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Spinal Surgery Malpractice Lawsuit Result in $45M Verdict Over Paralyzation, Death
A New York jury has awarded $45.6 million to the parents of a man who was allegedly paralyzed after a botched spinal surgery to address his scoliosis.
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CDC Continues to Investigate Cases of Child Paralysis After Enterovirus Outbreak
The CDC is investigating more than 100 cases of child paralysis across the U.S. whose cause is unknown.
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Enterovirus D68 Problems May Include Risk of Paralysis, Muscle Weakness: Reports
A number of cases of child paralysis may be linked to the enterovirus outbreak sweeping the country.
