Daily Archives: November 25, 2008

Heparin overdose at hospital kills Australian man

November 25, 2008 Pharmaceutical

A lack of communication among hospital staff lead to an inappropriate injection of heparin that lead to the death of an Australian man earlier this year, according to Hawke’s Bay Today. ... Read More

Florida woman injured in Rhino wreck sues

November 25, 2008 Product Liability

A 38-year-Florida old woman who suffered severe injuries when the Yamaha Rhino Utility Terrain Vehicle she was riding in rolled over is now suing Yamaha Motor Corporation. ... Read More

Two CT children fall victim to window blind cords

November 25, 2008 Product Liability

Two Connecticut children became the unwitting victims of the pull cords on window blinds and shades, which injured one young girl and killed another. Different manufacturers produced the blinds and shades involved in the incidents. ... Read More

Nursing assistant caught stealing rings from elderly woman

November 25, 2008 Personal Injury

It’s hard enough to leave a family member in a nursing home. You want them surrounded by memorabilia from their past that conjures up happy memories. But longtime heirlooms can sometimes be so attractive to others that they end up ... Read More

Researchers find HRT can have negative effect on heart health

November 25, 2008 Pharmaceutical

Women with existing heart conditions should consider their heart disease risk and visit a doctor for a heart health evaluation when considering estrogen hormone replacement therapy (HRT), according to a University of Michigan study. ... Read More

U.S. attorneys sue makers of Digitek, seek to close facilities

November 25, 2008 Pharmaceutical

U.S. Attorneys in New Jersey are moving to close three Actavis Inc. plants, the company that manufactures Digitek, until they comply with FDA regulations. ... Read More