What happens when a company makes a product that is, in itself, asbestos-free -- but requires a part made from asbestos in order to function? Well, in the past, the people using those products mostly had no idea that they were in danger from the asbestos fibers coming...
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Retailer recalls makeup after testing finds asbestos
Many people think that asbestos is only found in older building materials like drywall and insulation. However, it's been identified in everything from crayons to baby powder. It's also been found in some makeup products -- at least according to the U.S. Food and Drug...
Birth control pills recalled due to mistakes in packaging
If you're a woman on birth control, it might be wise to take a look at your latest prescription and make sure that it hasn't been recalled. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a national recall on March 4, 2019, of birth control tablets produced by...
Popular blood pressure medications recalled
One of the most common chronic health issues people face is hypertension, or high blood pressure. It occurs when the blood flows through your arteries too fast and the force of it puts undue stress and pressure on the artery walls. It is one of the leading risk...
FDA medical device approval process leaves many questions
When a new drug is being prepared for distribution, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) puts it through a rigorous testing process. It's so rigorous, in fact, that patients and doctors alike complain about how long it can take for a drug that's widely available...
The most commonly misdiagnosed medical conditions
Going to the doctor is supposed to make you feel better, both emotionally and physically. You schedule an appointment to be seen and hope that the doctor will make a proper diagnosis so that you can be treated accordingly. Here are the most commonly misdiagnosed...
How weigh stations save lives
Weigh stations annoy truckers -- and are a source of confusion for many drivers. Scattered along the nation's highways, weigh stations are much more than a regulatory inconvenience. They help keep the roadways safe for everyone -- truckers included. What happens in a...
Preventing mesothelioma: It’s harder than you know
Most people think that asbestos and asbestos exposure is a thing of the past -- but that's far from true. Asbestos products are still allowed in the United States under limited circumstances and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is moving forward with plans...
Renting a moving truck? Use these safety tips
It doesn't seem like a deal to rent a U-Haul or some other moving truck -- until you get behind the wheel. Driving a large, heavy truck with all your belongings inside is a serious responsibility. It can also be emotionally and physically taxing -- especially if...
Does medical error qualify for a leading cause of death?
Various studies by medical researchers have shown a startling conclusion: Medical errors may take third place as a leading cause of death in the U.S. If this is the case, what are the leading causes of medical errors? What should patients be looking for? Updating...