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Understanding the Risks of Transvaginal Mesh

If you’ve watched cable TV in the past several years, chances are, you’ve seen a warning about transvaginal mesh pop up on your screen. This may have left you wondering, what exactly is transvaginal mesh, and why is it causing problems? What Is Transvaginal Mesh? Transvaginal mesh is exactly what it sounds like – a…

The Dangers of Onglyza

A relatively new medication on the market, Onglyza®, is used to treat type 2 diabetes in adults. It was first approved by the FDA in 2009 to be used in conjunction with diet and exercise to lower blood sugar.1 Onglyza works by boosting incretin levels in the body. Incretins control blood sugar by increasing the…

Facts About Distracted Driving

Identifying and Preventing Elder Abuse and Neglect

As our loved ones age, they may begin to struggle to perform daily activities such as bathing, changing clothes, cooking or taking medications. In situations like these, they may require a caregiver – either in-home or in a community – who can care for them and fulfill their daily needs at all hours. However, due…

Historic Industrial Accidents Resulting From Corporate Negligence

We like to believe modern workplaces, even in industrial settings that pose inherent risks due to the products being produced, are safe for employees. A lot of progress has been made in recent decades thanks to regulating bodies such as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and a plethora of industry-specific entities intended to…

All About Lithium-Ion Explosions

Earlier this year, HP recalled more than 50,000 laptops due to overheating and melting lithium-ion batteries. A year earlier, Samsung dealt with a PR nightmare when many of their new Galaxy Note 7 phones were catching fire due to faulty lithium-ion batteries. They had to issue a recall not once, but twice due to a…

Quantum Liabilities: Who Would Be at Fault If You Were Hurt Using a “Star Trek” Transporter?

What You Need to Know About Riding a Motorcycle in Alabama

Riding a motorcycle can be one of the most thrilling ways of getting around town, often providing an unmatched feeling of freedom during an otherwise normal commute. However, since some legislation has recently changed, everyone may not be aware of the current Alabama motorcycle laws and others may have questions about what they’re legally required…

Safe Summer Drinking

Why Auto Recalls Matter

According to data compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 42.6 million Americans were affected by 899 new recalls of vehicles, auto equipment, child safety seats and tires in 2017. Even worse, these astronomical numbers are low when compared to recent years. 2015 saw more than 86.3 million safety recalls, and…