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The 510(k) Approval Process: A Guide
MedTruth Editors · October 19, 2021
Manufacturers can use the 510(k) process as long as their new medical device is appropriately similar to a device that has already been approved.
FDA RegulationPharmacy Employees Warned About Opioids
MedTruth Editors · October 18, 2021
Employees of major pharmacies may have tried to alert their superiors of suspicious opioid prescriptions.
NewsArmy Vet Awarded $8 Million in Combat Ea...
MedTruth Editors · October 15, 2021
3M has lost its 3rd combat earplug trial and owes Army veteran Brandon Atkins over $8 million for his hearing issues.
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The 510(k) Approval Process: A Guide
MedTruth Editors · October 19, 2021
Manufacturers can use the 510(k) process as long as their new medical device is appropriately similar to a device that has already been approved.
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Pharmacy Employees Warned About Opioids
MedTruth Editors · October 18, 2021
Employees of major pharmacies may have tried to alert their superiors of suspicious opioid prescriptions.
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Army Vet Awarded $8 Million in Combat Ea...
MedTruth Editors · October 15, 2021
3M has lost its 3rd combat earplug trial and owes Army veteran Brandon Atkins over $8 million for his hearing issues.
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CVS Executive Speaks Out in Opioid Trial
MedTruth Editors · October 14, 2021
Pharmacies have countered that they have robust opioid monitoring systems to prevent abuse by illegitimate prescriptions.
Legal DevelopmentsHow Many Types of PFAS Exist?
MedTruth Editors · October 12, 2021
While PFOA and PFOS have been well documented as harmful, many companies are switching to a new PFAS chemical: GenX.
Health FeaturesU.S. Nursing Homes Accused of Overprescribing Antipsychotic Medication
MedTruth Editors · October 8, 2021
Many nursing homes are falsely diagnosing their residents with schizophrenia.
NewsVaccine Adverse Event Reporting System: A Guide
MedTruth Editors · October 7, 2021
By understanding the benefits and limitations of VAERS, consumers can advocate for their health in a more informed way.
FDA RegulationPFAS Lawsuits Centered in Georgia Have National Implications
MedTruth Editors · October 6, 2021
Last week, a federal judge in Georgia issued a ruling on one of the cases that could affect PFAS litigation throughout the nation.
Legal DevelopmentsJ&J Cleared in PA Talc Trial
MedTruth Editors · October 5, 2021
A jury acquitted Johnson & Johnson of civil liability for one woman’s ovarian cancer.
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Chronically-Ill Roundup Plaintiff Struggles to Testify
MedTruth Editors · October 1, 2021
A woman who suffers from significant memory loss struggled to answer questions posed by a Monsanto attorney in a Roundup trial.
Legal DevelopmentsJudge Prevents Injunction Against J&J Asset Splitting
MedTruth Editors · September 30, 2021
The plaintiffs argue that this financial maneuver would unlawfully shield Johnson & Johnson from any liability the company may owe for its talcum powder’s connection to ovarian cancer.
Legal DevelopmentsDates Set for First Zantac Trials in the Nation
MedTruth Editors · September 29, 2021
The first Zantac cancer case has been scheduled for 2022.
Legal DevelopmentsFlorida Compounding Pharmacy Punished by Federal Court
MedTruth Editors · September 28, 2021
The U.S. federal court has placed a permanent injunction prohibiting a Florida-based pharmaceutical company from producing or distributing any drugs.
FDA RegulationPremarket Approval Process: An Overview
MedTruth Editors · September 27, 2021
The Premarket Approval process reviews a device's medical effectiveness and design safety.
Health FeaturesJ&J Returns to Court In “Ground Zero” For Ovarian Cancer Lawsuits
MedTruth Editors · September 24, 2021
The first J&J talcum powder trial since before the pandemic has begun in Missouri over ovarian cancer claims.
Legal DevelopmentsLouisiana Department of Health Shuts Down Nursing Homes
MedTruth Editors · September 23, 2021
Nursing home residents were evacuated to a warehouse to shelter from Hurricane Ida in conditions deemed squalid.
NewsParaquat Claims Could Cost Syngenta & Chevron Billions
MedTruth Editors · September 22, 2021
Legal experts involved in paraquat litigation estimate that there may eventually be tens of thousands of cases.
Legal DevelopmentsFDA Spares JUUL From Market Dismissal
MedTruth Editors · September 21, 2021
The FDA's judgment on JUUL is in the final stages of review.
FDA RegulationSackler Family To Receive Broad Immunity in Purdue Settlement
MedTruth Editors · September 17, 2021
With the approval, the Sacklers will pay $4.5 billion from the family’s personal fortune over nine years and will relinquish control of the company to a government-run entity.
Legal DevelopmentsFDA Public Workshop To Standardize Opioid Education
MedTruth Editors · September 15, 2021
The FDA will conduct a workshop to review the education that opioid prescribers receive in an attempt to reduce the recreational use of opioids.
FDA RegulationMaine To Ban Products With PFAS Chemicals
MedTruth Editors · September 13, 2021
Maine’s law will forbid the sale of products with PFAS chemicals.
News$26 Billion Opioid Settlement Rejected By Five States
MedTruth Editors · September 10, 2021
Five states have rejected a deal with opioid drug distributors, and a few more states may follow suit.
Legal DevelopmentsNewly-Released Internal EPA Report Links Glyphosate to Cancer
MedTruth Editors · September 8, 2021
An internal EPA document from 2016 suggested that several studies reported elevated risks of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma associated with glyphosate exposure.
NewsStudy Finds Children Receiving High-Risk Opioid Prescriptions
MedTruth Editors · September 7, 2021
Researchers analyzed roughly four million opioid prescriptions dispensed to kids, teenagers, and young adults under age 21.
Research + FindingsFirst Bard Hernia Mesh Bellwether Trial Underway
MedTruth Editors · September 3, 2021
Over 13,000 lawsuits have been filed against C.R. Bard over defective hernia mesh claims.
Legal DevelopmentsJ&J Hit With $26.5 Million Talc Verdict
MedTruth Editors · September 2, 2021
Christina Prudencio's lawyer claimed her terminal mesothelioma was rooted in Johnson & Johnson ignoring decades of proof that their talcum products were unsafe.
Legal DevelopmentsJ&J Concealed Talc Risks To Preserve Brand Image, Philly Jury Told
MedTruth Editors · September 1, 2021
The plaintiff in a Philadelphia trial claimed J&J was aware that its baby powder was associated with cancer risk but withheld that information for decades in order to protect its brand image.
NewsBoston Scientific Recalls Pacemakers
MedTruth Editors · August 31, 2021
Boston Scientific has recalled a line of pacemakers in a Class I recall, which is issued for products which could cause serious injury or death.
NewsBayer Petitions Supreme Court To Review 2nd Roundup Trial
MedTruth Editors · August 30, 2021
Bayer filed a petition to reverse a verdict that awarded a Roundup user $80 million in damages.
Legal DevelopmentsEPA Bans Chlorpyrifos, Citing Neurological Concerns
MedTruth Editors · August 26, 2021
The EPA has banned chlorpyrifos, a pesticide used on crops since 1965.
NewsBankruptcy Judge To Consider $4 Billion Purdue Pharma Opioid Settlement
MedTruth Editors · August 25, 2021
Under the proposed bankruptcy plan, Purdue Pharma would be reorganized into a new entity.
Legal DevelopmentsGeorgia Ranked 49th in Nursing Home Inspection Rates
MedTruth Editors · August 24, 2021
Georgia regulator have failed to check on the safety and quality of nursing homes in the state.
NewsNorth Georgia Healthcare Center Settles Whistleblower Lawsuit
MedTruth Editors · August 19, 2021
The healthcare center agreed to pay the federal government $130,000 to settle a whistleblower lawsuit filed by a former employee.
Legal DevelopmentsZantac MDL Judge Reduces Relevant Defendants
MedTruth Editors · August 17, 2021
Judge Rosenberg determined that the lawsuits against the generic manufacturer are preempted since the law does not allow the generics to be labeled differently.
Legal DevelopmentsWashington State Executes Disciplinary Action on Long-Term Care Workers
MedTruth Editors · August 12, 2021
The Washington State Department of Health published a news release detailing the revocation, suspension, and decertification of a number of health care professionals.
NewsCalifornia Court Upholds J&J Talc Verdict
MedTruth Editors · August 10, 2021
On August 5, a California court rejected Johnson & Johnson’s appeal to exclude the testimony of an expert who found asbestos in talcum powder.
Legal DevelopmentsEPA Renews Paraquat Approval
MedTruth Editors · August 5, 2021
In the press statement confirming their decision to renew paraquat’s approval, the EPA included a number of new limitations on the way paraquat could be applied.
NewsTalc Lawsuit Accuses J&J of Targeting Black Women
MedTruth Editors · August 3, 2021
Attorneys claim Johnson & Johnson intentionally targeted black women with their baby powder advertisements.
NewsTexas Veterans Homes Called “Deadliest Places To Be”
MedTruth Editors · July 29, 2021
Texas veterans homes were some of the worst places to be in terms of COVID-19 infections and deaths.
NewsDrug Makers Agree to $26 Billion Nationwide Settlement To Resolve Opioid Suits
MedTruth Editors · July 26, 2021
Three drug distributors will pay $26 billion to resolve thousands of lawsuits filed over the opioid epidemic.
Legal DevelopmentsScottish Vaginal Mesh Victims Sent to the U.S.
MedTruth Editors · July 22, 2021
Scotland has agreed to pay for Scottish women implanted with vaginal mesh to travel to the United States and undergo treatment from a specialist.
Women's HealthJuul Settles Youth Vaping Marketing Lawsuit For $40 Million
MedTruth Editors · July 20, 2021
Juul Labs and North Carolina have reached a settlement in a lawsuit claiming Juul promoted vaping to youths.
Legal DevelopmentsPelvic Mesh Lawsuit Amendment Struck Down by Penn. Court
MedTruth Editors · July 14, 2021
Judge Wiegand has rejected the amended complaint of Susan and Carl Antonucci in an ongoing lawsuit regarding Boston Scientific’s pelvic mesh products.
Legal Developments15 States Sign on to Opioid Settlement
MedTruth Editors · July 12, 2021
Fifteen states have chosen to accept Purdue Pharmaceutical's $4.5 billion opioid settlement offer.
NewsSupreme Court Allows Johnson & Johnson's $2 Billion Baby Powder Cancer Verdict
MedTruth Editors · June 7, 2021
The Supreme Court has allowed a $2.1 billion baby powder cancer verdict against Johnson & Johnson to stand.
NewsNew York Restores Right to Sue Nursing Homes for COVID-19 Injuries and Deaths
MedTruth Editors · April 21, 2021
Governor Cuomo signed a bill repealing a New York law that protects health care facilities and professionals from COVID-19 related lawsuits.
Legal DevelopmentsMulti-Million Dollar Transvaginal Mesh Settlement with 47 States
MedTruth Editors · March 31, 2021
Boston Scientific has agreed to settle transvaginal mesh claims from 47 states and the District of Columbia for $188.7 million. Last week’s settlement concludes a series of lawsuits accusing Boston Scientific of violating consumer protection laws by misrepresenting the safety and effectiveness of their transvaginal mesh products.
Legal DevelopmentsNew Guide Teaches Consumers How to Verify FDA Approved Medical Products
MedTruth Editors · March 18, 2021
Following an increase in fake “FDA Registration Certificates,” the FDA published an online consumer guide to medical device approval.
FDA RegulationMedical Research Peer Review Process: What You Need to Know
MedTruth Editors · March 5, 2021
The medical peer review process is a crucial aspect of research. Biases and limitations of the process may lead to misleading or inaccurate studies.
Research + FindingsBreast Implant Dangers: Arizona Bill Would Improve Patient Information
MedTruth Editors · February 25, 2021
A bill intended to increase patient awareness of the dangers of breast implants was preliminarily approved in January.
Women's HealthMultidistrict Litigation: What You Need to Know
MedTruth Editors · February 5, 2021
A guide to multidistrict litigation, from the basics to the reasoning behind consolidating lawsuits.
Legal DevelopmentsSenators Demand Answers From FDA on Imported Drug Safety
MedTruth Editors · November 24, 2020
Senators Elizabeth Warren and Tina Smith have voiced concerns around reductions in FDA oversight of foreign drug manufacturing facilities.
FDA RegulationFDA Issues Guidance on Drug Impurities
MedTruth Editors · September 8, 2020
The FDA announced new guidance on Sept. 1 for drugmakers, citing “serious concerns” about common medications.
FDA RegulationParagard Lawsuit Claims Copper IUD Broke in Uterus
MedTruth Editors · September 3, 2020
A woman is suing the maker of the Paragard intrauterine device after part of the copper IUD broke off in her uterus during removal.
Women's HealthDrug Companies Investigated for Possible Failure to Disclose Zantac Cancer Risks
MedTruth Editors · September 1, 2020
The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating whether drugmakers violated the False Claims Act by possibly failing to disclose the presence of NDMA in their Zantac and generic ranitidine heartburn products.
NewsHigh BPA Linked to 49% Increased Risk of Death
MedTruth Editors · August 28, 2020
New research suggests BPA may be linked to a higher death rate from conditions including cardiovascular disease.
Research + FindingsEssure Settlement Costs Bayer $1.6 Billion
MedTruth Editors · August 20, 2020
Bayer will pay $1.6 billion to settle the majority of U.S. claims brought by women who said they were sickened or harmed by Essure permanent birth control.
Legal DevelopmentsExpanding FDA List of Potentially Toxic Hand Sanitizers Hits 77
MedTruth Editors · July 24, 2020
The list of hand sanitizers potentially contaminated with toxic methanol has continued to grow since the FDA first raised concerns in June.
FDA Regulation7 Films to Celebrate Pride 2020
MedTruth Editors · June 26, 2020
In the mood for a queer documentary, comedy or romance? Look no further. We've selected a handful of the best gay, lesbian and trans films to watch during Pride 2020 and all year long.
Health FeaturesFilm & Guide: How to Report Adverse Events to the FDA
MedTruth Editors · June 24, 2020
Adverse event reporting is essential to patient safety. Watch our short film and download the MedTruth Guide to Adverse Event Reporting to help you prepare to share your side effects with the FDA.
Health FeaturesCanadian Drug Co. Apotex Recalls Metformin Due to NDMA Contamination
MedTruth Editors · May 29, 2020
Metformin was voluntarily recalled after N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) was discovered in a single lot of Apotex’s product.
FDA RegulationMT Weekly: COVID-19 Testing Accuracy, Organ Failure, Plasma Therapy
MedTruth Editors · May 14, 2020
This week, MedTruth summarizes key info about COVID-19 testing efficacy. Plus, nursing home testing, a large-scale hydroxychloroquine study and a promising new plasma therapy for coronavirus patients.
NewsMT Weekly: New COVID-19 Symptoms, Multi-Million Dollar Mesh Settlement
MedTruth Editors · May 7, 2020
This week, MedTruth relays new COVID-19 symptoms and a quick and cheap diagnostic test in the works. Plus, FDA warnings to companies selling “fraudulent” COVID-19 products and a 3.9 million pelvic mesh lawsuit.
NewsMT Weekly: Emergency Approval for COVID Drug, Nursing Homes Request National Protections
MedTruth Editors · May 1, 2020
This week, MedTruth summarizes key info about the emergency COVID-19 drug remdesivir. Plus, nursing home immunity, a breakdown of the Daubert opinion and a clinical trial hoping to deliver a vaccine by the end of the year.
NewsMT Weekly: Trump Orders Ventilator Production, Coronavirus May Spread From Talking
MedTruth Editors · April 2, 2020
MedTruth is focusing on the coronavirus. Here’s a summary of the most important public health developments this week.
NewsMT Weekly: Major COVID-19 Developments
MedTruth Editors · March 26, 2020
This week, MedTruth is focusing on the coronavirus. Here’s a summary of key developments from regulatory agencies and justice department officials regarding COVID-19.
News4 Entertaining Health Films to Watch During Coronavirus Crisis
MedTruth Editors · March 20, 2020
As COVID-19 progresses and states begin to shelter-in-place, people are searching for movies to watch. From 'Thank You For Smoking' to 'Five Feet Apart,' here are a few Hollywood films depicting interesting, relevant public health concepts to keep you thinking and entertained.
Health FeaturesBlack History Month 2020: Honoring Leaders in Health and Medicine
MedTruth Editors · February 25, 2020
In honor of Black History Month 2020, MedTruth is highlighting the contributions of five Black Americans in the healthcare field.
Health FeaturesChronicon, First-Ever Chronic Illness Conference, Comes to New York
MedTruth Editors · October 9, 2019
On October 28, medical professionals and social influencers will gather to bring visibility to the topic of chronic illness. As one of the most prevalent health conditions the U.S. population, the event is a long-anticipated one. The first-ever chronic illness event, spearheaded by chronic illness advocated Nitika Chopra, is bound to be illuminating and inclusive for all who will be in attendance.
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