Hernia mesh has been found to cause serious health complications in certain patients. It is used in the treatment of surgical wounds and in surgical procedures such as chest wall reconstruction and hernia repair. If you or a loved one has been
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Recent studies have shown that forced air warming blankets, which are used in the majority of U.S. hospitals, can spread bacteria from wounds and cause significant infections. If you or a loved one contracted a severe infection after surgery, and a forced
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Endoscopes are utilized by doctor to look into patients bodies to diagnose and treat certain conditions. Generally, the device is a long thin plastic tube with a light and camera attached to the end of it. Unfortunately, the use of endoscopes has
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E-cigarettes (also known as e-cigs or vapes) use lithium ion batteries to turn nicotine solutions into vapor. Over 2 million people in the United States use e-cigarettes, which has translated to sales in the billions for manufacturers. Unfortunately, the high powered batteries
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FDA is warning that repeated or lengthy use of general anesthetic and sedation drugs during surgeries or procedures in children younger than 3 years or in pregnant women during their third trimester may affect the development of children’s brains. Consistent with animal
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Barnett Outdoors Recalls Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard Hazard: The sensor that senses whether an arrow is properly loaded can malfunction, which can cause the crossbow to fire unexpectedly, posing an injury hazard to the user or bystander. Consumers should immediately stop
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IMUSA Recalls Espresso Makers Due to Impact and Burn Hazards The filler cap at the top of the unit can crack and allow steam to escape, posing a risk of burns to the user. In addition, the cap can pop off unexpectedly
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The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke and catch fire, posing serious fire and burn hazards to consumers. Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using recalled dehumidifiers and contact Gree for a full refund. This recall involves about 2.5 million units, and relates to
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One person is dead and 10 others have been inflicted with Legionnaires’ disease in Lake County, Ohio. Health department investigators believe that there may be a link between the outbreak and Consolidated Precision Products (CPP) in Eastlake, Ohio. CPP manufactures highly complex components for
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The top of Samsung top-load washing machines can unexpectedly detach from the washing machine chassis during use, posing a risk of injury from impact. This recall involves about 2.8 million Samsung top-load washing machines. The washing machines have mid-controls or rear-controls. Model
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