Many people think that hospital complaints should be a straight forward procedure. This is not always the case. A new website dealing with Health complaints was launched on Monday the 19th of September 2011. Its aim is to help the public to understand where and how to complain about health and social care services. Health […]
European Medicines Agency Recommends Restricting Use of Multaq
The European Medicines Agency has recommended restricting the use of Multaq. Multaq is an anti-arrhythmic medicine which is prescribed for maintaining heart rhythm in patientS with persistent atrial fibrillation for the maintenance of sinus rhythm after successful cardioversion. Due to an increased risk of liver, lung and cardiovascular adverse events, Multaq should only now be […]
Smoking Raises Risk of Pancreatitis
A study has shown that smoking raises the risks of acute pancreatitis. A Swedish study noted that previous studies had shown that smoking raised the risk of chronic pancreatitis but said the effects on acute pancreatitis had not been fully studied. Their research showed current smokers with a history of “20 pack-years” of smoking or […]
“Dead Jaw” Caused by Fosamax Use
The most serious Fosamax side effect is the development of a bone disease called osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ), or “dead jaw”. Osteonecrosis is a type of bone disease that is commonly associated with large joints such as the hips, knees, ankles or shoulders. The onset of ONJ is linked with the temporary or permanent […]
Serious Side Effects with Fosamax Use
Fosamax is a drug that is commonly used to treat a number of bone diseases including osteoporosis and Paget’s disease. Such bone diseases often cause a loss in bone mass. Fosamax treatments help patients maintain or even increase bone density levels. Many older people in Ireland have been prescribed Fosamax. Use of Merk & Co.’s […]
Study Suggests Higher Cancer Risks for 9/11 workers
A new study suspects that if you worked in the region of the World Trade Centre in 2001 you are more likely to develop cancer than those who are not. This is scientific evidence based on a possible link between work at ground zero and cancer. The study which is published in the British Medical […]
Taser Gun Causes Permanent Brain Damage
Taser International agreed last month to settle claims from a man who was permanently brain damaged after being shocked with a taser stun gun by police in the USA. It is believed to be the first time the company has settled a product liability case. The taser gun is also used by certain members of […]
ESB and Eircom Workers may have Repetitive Stress Injuries
A repetitive stress injury (RSI) is caused by the repetitive use of a body part. The injury often occurs to the hands and involves vibrations or other stressors. Many ESB and former Telecom workers who had to use kango hammers and lift heavy weights have suffered these types of injuries. Workers do not, as was […]
IMB Recommends New Measures for Cough Medicines for Children
The Irish Medicines Board (IMB) has recommended a number of new measures in relation to the use of over the counter (OTC) cough and cold medicines for young children. Following a review by the IMB of the safety of these medicines, it is advising that OTC cough and cold medicines can no longer be used […]
Risk of Bladder Cancer and Fractures from Diabetes Drug
Actos ( pioglitazone hydrochloride) is a drug containing pioglitazone, which have been linked to liver and cardiovascular issues. Actos side effects include increased risks of congestive heart failure (CHF), increased risk of rare but serious liver problems, increased risk of fractures and an increased risk of bladder cancer. The link between Actos and heart failure […]
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