- Chrissie Cole | March 30, 2008 8:44 PM |
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FDA & Prescription DrugsThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is researching data that shows an increased risk of cancer, in diabetic patients who use Regranex Topical Gel (becaplermin) for the treatment of foot and leg ulcers.The FDA received information from a study that was performed to investigate the possibility of increased cancer risk in connection with use of Regranex.The study was based on diabetic...
- Shannon Weidemann | March 28, 2008 4:36 PM |
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Workplace InjuriesIn a ruling by New York Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein, insurance companies for the City of New York are responsible for legal costs associated with defending the city in World Trade Center cases. A $1 Billion captive insurance fund was set up by the federal government to pay claims, but that money was being used to pay for legal costs as well. The city has had legal expenses of $100 Million. ...
- Chrissie Cole | March 27, 2008 1:49 AM |
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Defective & Dangerous ProductsTotal Body Formula, in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), announced a voluntary recall of Total Body Formula, liquid diet supplements in Tropical Orange and Peach Nectar flavors.The following lot numbers are included in the recall: 4016801, 4016802, 4024801, 4024802, 4031801, 4031802 or 4031803.The recall follows a recent report by the Florida Department of Health that...
- Chrissie Cole | March 26, 2008 2:21 AM |
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Workplace InjuriesA crane collapsed and plunged 30-floors killing two workers and injuring five others at a Miami construction site.Three construction workers were transported to local hospitals in critical condition. One was being treated at the scene and another may have been trapped under the rubble, according to a Fire spokesman.At this time officials are unsure what caused the crane to collapse. The accident...
- Jenny Albano | March 25, 2008 5:48 PM |
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Wrongful DeathThe brother of a construction worker who died in the crane collapse incident has filed notice that he will sue the city of new York for $30 million for his brother's wrongful death. The claim filed by Christopher Canzona, brother of Clifford Canzona, was the first legal action taken since the crane collapse on March 15. The collapse killed a total of seven people and ruined or damaged many...
- Shannon Weidemann | March 24, 2008 10:21 PM |
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MiscellaneousHannaford Brothers Company is an east coast grocery store chain serving millions of customers. Customers are being urged to check with their credit card and debit card companies this week after learning 4.2 Million numbers were stolen in a security breach. The data was not taken from a company database. The supermarket chain, the Hannaford Brothers Company, said the data were exposed when...
- Jenny Albano | March 21, 2008 8:44 PM |
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MiscellaneousA woman who was scalded from a hotel shower has filed a $100 million negligence lawsuit against the hotel.Ethel Tropez, a Hurricane Katrina refugee from New Orleans who lives in Live Oak, Texas, says in court papers she was badly burned and suffered scarring and disfigurement in the mishap on March 29, 2007, in the Hotel Chandler. The hotel, where deluxe rooms go for up to $510 a night, is on...
- Jenny Albano | March 18, 2008 10:29 PM |
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Workplace InjuriesA crane collapse that occurred Saturday, March 15, may have been caused by a faulty strap made of nylon. The accident has claimed the lives of seven people and has damaged over 300 apartments in 17 buildings. The yellow nylon sling was used to hoist a six-ton piece of steel and may have broken under the extreme weight. Pictures from the scene show the ends of the strap frayed and...
- Shannon Weidemann | March 15, 2008 10:06 PM |
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Workplace InjuriesA crane being used on a new building under construction in Manhattan collapsed today, killing four people. The crane fell onto a building across the street and completely destroyed it. Two buildings on either side were also damaged. At least 12 people were injured in the construction accident that drew over 300 rescue workers to the scene. The four victims are believed to be construction...
- Chrissie Cole | March 14, 2008 11:23 AM |
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Defective & Dangerous ProductsGeneral Motors Corp. announced an automobile recall of more than 207,000 Buick Regals and Pontiac Grand Prix sedans warning consumers not to park them in garages or other enclosed structures due to a fire hazard.The company has received reports of 267 vehicle fires and six injuries, five of them minor and one moderate. And 17 fires in structures.The recalled vehicles include: 1997-2003 Buick...
- Shannon Weidemann | March 12, 2008 9:50 AM |
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Workplace InjuriesFirst responders to the World Trade Center in 2001 included fireman, police officers and rescue workers. Journalists also responded to the scene in order to report on the events there. There is a new report out now that journalists and photographers are also suffering from World Trade Center Illness. They were exposed to the same toxic fumes and materials believed to be responsible for a host...
- Chrissie Cole | March 11, 2008 12:37 AM |
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FDA & Prescription DrugsThe FDA has issued a safety alert regarding the proper use of Tussionex Extended-Release Suspension, a potent long acting prescription cough medication, following several reports of adverse events - including death - associated with inappropriate use.The medication contains hydrocodone (a narcotic) and chlorpheniramine (an antihistamine) and is prescribed for use in adults and children six years...
- Shannon Weidemann | March 10, 2008 10:20 AM |
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Workplace InjuriesThe Trump SoHo building project has been halted again, this time from a crane accident that shattered window glass. The construction accident happened on Saturday night. A chain on a crane was not secured and high wind sent it into the building. Glass was broken and fell 26 floors to the street below. No one reported any injuries from the accident. The department slapped contractor Bovis...
- Shannon Weidemann | March 06, 2008 10:57 AM |
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Defective & Dangerous ProductsQuaker Oats has issued a product recall of Aunt Jemima Pancake & Waffle mix sent to around 17 states due to fears of salmonella contamination. Salmonella can cause an illness with diarrhea, nausea, fever, and headache. The risk in the recalled pancake mix is in the raw or uncooked mix. The products, have a "Best Before" date between February. 8, 2009, and February 16, 2009.The recall...