Medtronic accused of hiding bone graft’s adverse events from the FDA

The world’s largest medical technology company has been called out by a U.S. senator to provide detailed information about injuries associated with its bone graft product, the Minneapolis Star Tribune...

Robotic surgery still susceptible to human and technological error

Developed under contract of the United States Army, robotically assisted surgery made its way into civilian hospitals in the United States when it was approved by the Food and Drug...

FDA’s Essure Problems by the Numbers.

April 14, 2016  San Diego, CA --  MedWatch the FDA gateway for clinically important safety information and reporting serious problems with human medical products has received many adverse report filed...

Anti-depressants can actually increase risk of suicide

Antidepressants are the third most commonly prescribed medications in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, with about 11 percent of Americans aged 12 years...

Popular antidepressant Zoloft could cause serious birth defects

April 12, 2016 – San Diego, CA  The popular antidepressant drug Zoloft may be linked to a serious and potentially life-threatening birth defect when taken during pregnancy. At least one...

Women say Mirena IUD caused serious complications

April 11, 2016 -- San Diego,CA  Intrauterine devices (IUD) have become an increasingly popular choice of contraception among women looking to postpone having children. The use of long-acting reversible contraceptives...

GranuFlo maker hides risk of heart attack from FDA, consumers

April 8, 2016 – San Diego, CA   The kidneys play an essential role in the body as they are responsible for cleaning the blood by removing extra fluid, waste and...

In spite of published reports, cerebral palsy can be caused by birth complications

Giving birth to a healthy baby is the wish for all expectant parents. Mothers can take steps to ensure the health of herself and her baby both before and during...

Risk of heart failure, bladder cancer increased while taking diabetes drug Actos, studies indicate

Type II diabetes is a serious, sometimes life-threatening disease that affects millions of Americans. In 2012, more than 29 million Americans had either Type I or Type II diabetes and...

Mesothelioma still claims thousands of lives every year

April 4, 2016 – San Diego, CA  Asbestos is the name given to six naturally occurring, fibrous minerals used for their durability and heat-resistant qualities in construction and industrial products....