Ohio University research discovers how asbestos fibers attach to human lung cells   June 9, 2009

In 2008 Ohio University researcher by using atomic force microscope observed how a single asbestos fiber attaches to a specific receptor protein on the surface of human cells.  Continue reading ⇒

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Asbestos found on University of Cincinnati campus; students possibly exposed.   June 8, 2009

Groups at the University of Cincinnati are pushing the university to address the concerns about asbestos on the campus. Continue reading ⇒

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President Obama to appoint "Transparency Task Force" for the FDA   June 8, 2009

The Obama administrations push for more openness in government will be appointing a “transparency task force” of top FDA officials to provide useful information to the public in a timely fashion.

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Manufacturers of Yaz/Yasmin forced to launch a corrected advertisement campaign   June 6, 2009

In January 2009 the FDA began requiring Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals, the maker of the birth control pill Yaz to launch a new advertising campaign to correct claims regarding headaches and acne. Continue reading ⇒

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Food & Safety Authority of Ireland agrees with US FDA re. the safety of Hydroxycut   June 5, 2009

Food and Safety Authority of Ireland advise consumers to discontinue using Hydroxycut food supplements marked as weight loss products due to potential adverse health effects. Continue reading ⇒

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Results of RECORD Avandia study presented to the American Diabetes Association   June 5, 2009

The results of the RECORD study was presented at the American Diabetes Association meeting in New Orleans. Continue reading ⇒

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New study to analyze effects of diabetes drug Avandia initiated.   June 4, 2009

Drug side effects many times cannot be determined when the drug is approved. They can only be found after millions of people use the drugs and report the results.  Continue reading ⇒

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British insurers attempt to deny Pleural Plaque asbestos exposure claims   June 3, 2009

British insurers are attempting to overturn a law which will allow victims of asbestos exposure with pleural plaques to claim compensation. The insurers claim the condition doesn’t cause pain or symptoms. Continue reading ⇒

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Mesothelioma lawsuit reversed by Supreme Court; damages to be reviewed.   June 3, 2009

The US Supreme Court reversed a $5 million judgment in favor of a Tennessee railroad worker stating the lower court erred by not instructing the jury of the high standard necessary to sustain a verdic Continue reading ⇒

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Soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan subjected to asbestos, lawsuit claims.   June 1, 2009

KBR lawsuit claims that KBR, an American engineering company and former subsidy of Halliburton endangered the health and safety of US Soldiers and Contractors serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. Continue reading ⇒

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