Exposure to Wildfires Poses Serious Risk for Lung Cancer Patients: Study
Researchers found that lung cancer patients exposed to wildfires faced a 43% increased risk of death within the first three months following surgery
Researchers found that lung cancer patients exposed to wildfires faced a 43% increased risk of death within the first three months following surgery
Workers with silicosis are often misdiagnosed, not given the proper safety equipment and sometimes continued to work with silica dust from quartz countertops even after a diagnosis.
Despite known risks associated with vaping, e-cigarette products do not undergo human safety testing before manufacturers market them to consumer, health experts experts warn.
On top of U.S. litigation, Philips faces both wrongful death lawsuits and complaints of failing to comply with medical device laws in European countries.
The chemical irritant acrolein is known to cause breathing problems, eye and nose irritation, and may damage the linings of the lungs, researchers warn.
An air flow sensor in the recalled Philips Trilogy Evo, Garbin Evo, and Aeris EVO ventilators may not detect the build-up of debris in the devices, which could lead to low blood oxygen, serious injuries and death.
The FDA reports 40 deaths have been linked to sound abatement foam in recalled Philips CPAP machines this year alone.
CDC report indicates HMPV cases are more common than most people believe, and often go unreported because symptoms are similar to the common cold
Polluters often set up shop near communities with large populations of people of color, leading to minorities being disproportionately affected by unhealthy levels of air pollution, the study indicates
The company says the money will help it reach its goal of beginning to settle Philips CPAP recall lawsuits within the next few months.