On the first Monday of September, our nation dedicates a day to the social and economic achievements of American workers. Labor Day serves as a yearly celebration of the contributions workers have made to the success, strength, and overall welfare of our country.

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Takeda Pharmaceutical Co., the manufacturer of Actos, proposed $2.2 billion to settle thousands of lawsuits, according to Bloomberg. As of April 2015 more than 8,000 lawsuits had been filed against the diabetes medicine claiming hidden cancer risks.

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As the sun sets on summer, kids and parents alike prepare for another school year. The Law Offices of Foster & Houston understand safety is a top priority, which is why we put together a list of back-to-school tips to share with the family.

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Complications associated with transvaginal placement of pelvic mesh can have serious consequences, according to the FDA. Typically used to repair damaged or weakened tissue, surgical mesh is typically used for pelvic organ prolapse (POP) or stress urinary incontinence surgery.

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After a recent safety review, the FDA called for restricted use of fluoroquinolones, such as Levaquin and Avelox, in certain patients. These new recommendations come after an expert advisory panel met to review evidence on the safety of using fluoroquinolones to help treat common infections.

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Your heart is one of the hardest-working muscles in your body. In fact, the average heart has the ability to beat more than three billion times in a lifetime. To keep your heart happy, we’ve compiled a list of heart-healthy tips.

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Over the past decade, the United States has seen a dramatic increase in oil and gas production. With an estimated 450,000 workers employed in 2011, the oil and gas industry has averaged 108 deaths per year, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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In 2011, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a safety communication stating the anti-nausea drug Zofran may increase the risk of potentially fatal abnormal heart rhythms. Patients at particular risk of changes in the electrical activity of the heart include those with underlying heart conditions. 

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AN NBC Nightly News Investigation

 

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