Hernia Mesh Bellwether Date Set
MedTruth Editors · October 5, 2023
Plaintiffs allege that Covidien designed defective hernia meshes that caused pain and debilitating, sometimes life-altering complications after implantation.
Legal DevelopmentsBest Results for “Mesh”
Transvaginal Mesh Case Settles Weeks Before Trial
MedTruth Editors · July 27, 2023
After it is implanted, the Obtryx mesh has been known to contract over time, causing it to pull or compress inside the person’s body, resulting in adverse effects.
Legal DevelopmentsMesh Report Claims Women Not Given Accurate Advice
MedTruth Editors · July 10, 2023
Transvaginal mesh is intended to prevent pelvic organ prolapse and urinary stress incontinence.
Women's HealthHernia Mesh Bellwether Date Set
MedTruth Editors · October 5, 2023
Plaintiffs allege that Covidien designed defective hernia meshes that caused pain and debilitating, sometimes life-altering complications after implantation.
Legal DevelopmentsTransvaginal Mesh Case Settles Weeks Before Trial
MedTruth Editors · July 27, 2023
After it is implanted, the Obtryx mesh has been known to contract over time, causing it to pull or compress inside the person’s body, resulting in adverse effects.
Legal DevelopmentsMesh Report Claims Women Not Given Accurate Advice
MedTruth Editors · July 10, 2023
Transvaginal mesh is intended to prevent pelvic organ prolapse and urinary stress incontinence.
Women's HealthMost Recent Results for “Mesh”
Canada Removes Transvaginal Mesh From Market, Still Available for Some
Nicole Knight · August 9, 2019
Health Canada announced the removal of transvaginal mesh from the market following a safety review. However, transvaginal mesh will still be available for women with pelvic organ prolapse (POP) in some cases.
NewsHow Hernia Mesh and Vaginal Mesh Can Harm Your Sex Life
S. Nicole Lane · November 23, 2018
When hernia mesh fails or vaginal mesh erodes, a person's sex life may be changed forever.
Health FeaturesStories Not Statistics: Faces of Transvaginal Mesh
Carah Wertheimer · May 31, 2019
For Pelvic Pain Awareness Month, MedTruth is sharing patient stories. We're recognizing two transvaginal mesh survivors living with chronic pain. For Billie Copley, 44, and Jennifer Snowden, 34, transvaginal mesh implants have changed their lives forever.
Patient StoriesHernia Mesh Bellwether Date Set
MedTruth Editors · October 5, 2023
Plaintiffs allege that Covidien designed defective hernia meshes that caused pain and debilitating, sometimes life-altering complications after implantation.
Legal DevelopmentsTransvaginal Mesh Case Settles Weeks Before Trial
MedTruth Editors · July 27, 2023
After it is implanted, the Obtryx mesh has been known to contract over time, causing it to pull or compress inside the person’s body, resulting in adverse effects.
Legal DevelopmentsMesh Report Claims Women Not Given Accurate Advice
MedTruth Editors · July 10, 2023
Transvaginal mesh is intended to prevent pelvic organ prolapse and urinary stress incontinence.
Women's HealthNext Federal Bard Hernia Mesh Trial Delayed
MedTruth Editors · December 14, 2022
The third and fourth Bard hernia mesh trials will be delayed until later in 2023 for unknown reasons.
Legal DevelopmentsSettlement Master Appointed For Bard Hernia Mesh Lawsuits
MedTruth Editors · September 7, 2022
A settlement master has been appointed to work with plaintiff’s attorneys and legal defense to discover whether an agreement can be reached between the parties.
Legal DevelopmentsVaginal Mesh Suit Summarily Dismissed
MedTruth Editors · August 4, 2022
A summary judgment can be thought of as a trial on paper. Both sides submit their best arguments for why the law favors their side, accepting all of their opponent's claims, with the judge eventually deciding the outcome.
Women's HealthEthicon Loses $300 Million Surgical Mesh Appeal
MedTruth Editors · May 6, 2022
The company must pay over $300 million to California for misleading marketing practices regarding transvaginal mesh products.
Legal DevelopmentsHernia Mesh Victims Move for MDL Consolidation
MedTruth Editors · February 11, 2022
Because the patients’ claims are nearly identical, it would be inefficient to have the same discovery processes repeated in multiple courts.
NewsEthicon Attorneys Accuse Plaintiffs of Concealing Materials
MedTruth Editors · January 4, 2022
Attorneys for Ethicon told a New Jersey federal court that it needs access to marketing documents used by several lead-generation companies for attorneys.
Legal DevelopmentsFirst 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 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 HealthPelvic 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 DevelopmentsJohnson & Johnson Pelvic Mesh Lawsuit Moves Forward Despite Lack of Details
Carah Wertheimer · May 14, 2021
A judge has decided that Theresa Drumheller does not need to provide more details about her pelvic mesh for the lawsuit to proceed.
Legal DevelopmentsTwo Brands of Mesh Linked to Greater Risk of Breast Surgery Complications
Carah Wertheimer · April 7, 2021
According to the FDA, two brands of surgical mesh used in breast reconstruction surgery may be linked to a higher risk of complications.
Women's HealthMulti-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 DevelopmentsMultidistrict 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 DevelopmentsMT 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.
NewsFDA Pipeline Recall Initiated to Protect Aneurysm Patients
James Parker · April 9, 2020
The FDA has recalled Medtronic's Pipeline Flex Embolization products after the organization discovered that the device could fracture during or after placement.
FDA Regulation6 Simple Ways to Reduce Your Exposure to Microplastics
Tess Francke · March 9, 2020
Invisible pieces of plastic hide in everyday household dust, shampoo, toys, soup can linings, electronics, cosmetics and numerous other products.
Health FeaturesMT Weekly: Trump's Medicaid Proposal, Judges Rule in J&J Cases
Carah Wertheimer · February 6, 2020
This week, MedTruth provides updates on the coronavirus, a discontinued clinical trial for HIV vaccines, Trump's Medicaid block grant proposal and recent J&J rulings.
NewsCalifornia Ethicon Mesh Judgement Results in $344 Million Fine for J&J
James Parker · January 30, 2020
Johnson & Johnson's subsidiary is set to pay $344 million for failing to inform consumers about the risks of transvaginal mesh.
Legal DevelopmentsDoctor and Accomplice Charged in Transvaginal Mesh Surgery Scheme
Nicole Knight · November 14, 2019
A doctor and his consultant face multiple charges after tricking transvaginal mesh patients into getting unnecessary surgery.
Legal DevelopmentsHow Patients Lose Power Without Medical Device IDs
Nicole Knight · January 6, 2020
Medical device IDs aren't always given to the consumer even though they could be the only thing standing between a patient and the truth about their device implant.
Health FeaturesMT Weekly: Australia Fights BIA-ALCL, Ireland Refuses Recourse to Mesh-Injured
James Parker · October 21, 2019
Last week in medical brought about delay in an opioid trial against Purdue Pharmaceuticals and the Sackler family while the two determine how much of the settlement the Sacklers should pay. Meanwhile, actions were made against BIA-ALCL in Australia and Ireland, where warnings were sent to the public. Ireland's mesh-injured population is denied financial compensation for their harm.
NewsA Recap on Breast Implant Safety From 'Plastic Surgery: The Meeting'
Ashley Lombardo · October 8, 2019
From Sept. 20-23, plastic surgeons and allied health professionals gathered in San Diego, California to learn about the latest research and industry practices to improve patient care.
Women's HealthChronicon, 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.
NewsMT Weekly: Arrests on Devil’s Highway and JUUL Labs’ New CEO
James Parker · September 30, 2019
Last week saw 38 arrests in Massachusetts along land known as the "Devil's Highway," where opioids are regularly sold. Meanwhile, Johnson & Johnson aims to evade cases against their talcum powder and transvaginal mesh to no avail. JUUL Labs' new CEO, Crosthwaite, has announced roll back on television ads and lobbying efforts while a federal investigation of their company is conducted. And in the fight against HIV, researchers may have found a new way to combat dormant HIV cells.
NewsCanada Removes Transvaginal Mesh From Market, Still Available for Some
Nicole Knight · August 9, 2019
Health Canada announced the removal of transvaginal mesh from the market following a safety review. However, transvaginal mesh will still be available for women with pelvic organ prolapse (POP) in some cases.
NewsMT Weekly: JUUL Addresses Concerns, Bayer Faces Setbacks, Taiwan to Ban Transvaginal Mesh
James Parker · August 2, 2019
In this week's health news, JUUL addresses health concerns raised by Yale University's recent research findings on the well-known e-cigarette product. Meanwhile, Bayer stock drops as the company faces more litigation and transvaginal mesh bans are discussed in the U.S. and abroad.
Health FeaturesMarketing Tactics Mislead Consumers, Says Latest Testimony Against J&J Mesh
James Parker · July 31, 2019
In the latest transvaginal mesh trial, led by California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, expert testimony speaks to the way Johnson & Johnson's advertisements mislead consumers. Surgeon Margolis believes their mesh causes "substantial, significant, irreversible damage," despite consumer-friendly ads.
Legal DevelopmentsMT Weekly: Historic Breast Implant Recall, Talc Trials Kept in State Courts
James Parker · July 26, 2019
In this week's news, Johnson & Johnson is officially denied transfer into federal court and Allergen announces breast implant recall from the market worldwide. Meanwhile, the opioid crisis wages on, California's latest mesh trial proceeds, and solutions for HIV are sought around the globe.
NewsHow Hernia Mesh and Vaginal Mesh Can Harm Your Sex Life
S. Nicole Lane · November 23, 2018
When hernia mesh fails or vaginal mesh erodes, a person's sex life may be changed forever.
Health FeaturesAfter the Bleeding Edge, Are Women Still Being Implanted with Essure?
S. Nicole Lane · February 26, 2019
Though Essure permanent birth control is no longer sold in the U.S. after 2019, women may still receive an implant from doctors who have the device in their inventory.
Women's HealthImplant Files: A Hard Look at Medical Devices in America
Nicole Knight · February 20, 2019
The Implant Files, the product of a massive, nearly year-long investigation, have exposed glaring failures in medical device safety and governmental regulations intended to protect patients around the globe.
NewsDoctors Need More Info to Choose the Best Mesh for Hernia Repair
James Parker · May 21, 2018
A recent study shows hernia mesh labels lack important info, which could increase the risk of complications for patients.
Health FeaturesStories Not Statistics: Faces of Transvaginal Mesh
Carah Wertheimer · May 31, 2019
For Pelvic Pain Awareness Month, MedTruth is sharing patient stories. We're recognizing two transvaginal mesh survivors living with chronic pain. For Billie Copley, 44, and Jennifer Snowden, 34, transvaginal mesh implants have changed their lives forever.
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Legal Developments
Next Federal Bard Hernia Mesh Trial Delayed
December 14, 2022
Legal Developments
Settlement Master Appointed For Bard Hernia Mesh Lawsuits
September 7, 2022
Women's Health
Vaginal Mesh Suit Summarily Dismissed
August 4, 2022
Legal Developments
Ethicon Loses $300 Million Surgical Mesh Appeal
May 6, 2022
News
Hernia Mesh Victims Move for MDL Consolidation
February 11, 2022
Legal Developments
Ethicon Attorneys Accuse Plaintiffs of Concealing Materials
January 4, 2022
Legal Developments
First Bard Hernia Mesh Bellwether Trial Underway
September 3, 2021
Women's Health
Scottish Vaginal Mesh Victims Sent to the U.S.
July 22, 2021
Legal Developments
Pelvic Mesh Lawsuit Amendment Struck Down by Penn. Court
July 14, 2021
Legal Developments
Johnson & Johnson Pelvic Mesh Lawsuit Moves Forward Despite Lack of Details
May 14, 2021
Women's Health
Two Brands of Mesh Linked to Greater Risk of Breast Surgery Complications
April 7, 2021
Legal Developments
Multi-Million Dollar Transvaginal Mesh Settlement with 47 States
March 31, 2021
Legal Developments
Multidistrict Litigation: What You Need to Know
February 5, 2021
News
MT Weekly: New COVID-19 Symptoms, Multi-Million Dollar Mesh Settlement
May 7, 2020
FDA Regulation
FDA Pipeline Recall Initiated to Protect Aneurysm Patients
April 9, 2020
News
MT Weekly: Trump's Medicaid Proposal, Judges Rule in J&J Cases
February 6, 2020
Legal Developments
California Ethicon Mesh Judgement Results in $344 Million Fine for J&J
January 30, 2020
Legal Developments
Doctor and Accomplice Charged in Transvaginal Mesh Surgery Scheme
November 14, 2019
Health Features
How Patients Lose Power Without Medical Device IDs
January 6, 2020
News
MT Weekly: Australia Fights BIA-ALCL, Ireland Refuses Recourse to Mesh-Injured
October 21, 2019
Women's Health
A Recap on Breast Implant Safety From 'Plastic Surgery: The Meeting'
October 8, 2019
News
Chronicon, First-Ever Chronic Illness Conference, Comes to New York
October 9, 2019
News
MT Weekly: Arrests on Devil’s Highway and JUUL Labs’ New CEO
September 30, 2019
News
Canada Removes Transvaginal Mesh From Market, Still Available for Some
August 9, 2019
Health Features
MT Weekly: JUUL Addresses Concerns, Bayer Faces Setbacks, Taiwan to Ban Transvaginal Mesh
August 2, 2019
Legal Developments
Marketing Tactics Mislead Consumers, Says Latest Testimony Against J&J Mesh
July 31, 2019
News
MT Weekly: Historic Breast Implant Recall, Talc Trials Kept in State Courts
July 26, 2019
Health Features
How Hernia Mesh and Vaginal Mesh Can Harm Your Sex Life
November 23, 2018
Women's Health
After the Bleeding Edge, Are Women Still Being Implanted with Essure?
February 26, 2019
News
Implant Files: A Hard Look at Medical Devices in America
February 20, 2019
Health Features
Doctors Need More Info to Choose the Best Mesh for Hernia Repair
May 21, 2018
Patient Stories
Stories Not Statistics: Faces of Transvaginal Mesh
May 31, 2019