The U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released potentially disturbing new data regarding an increase in the number of fatal malignant mesothelioma cases among women. In a report that was released on May 13, 2022, the CDC states that the number of deaths due to mesothelioma in women “significantly increased” from 489 in 1999 to 614 in 2020.
Mesothelioma is an aggressive and deadly form of cancer. While patients suffering from this disease often face a grim prognosis, they must also make some tough choices regarding their treatment options. It’s sometimes difficult to weigh a treatment’s potential effectiveness against its likely impact on quality of life.
Two recent studies have provided additional insight into the value of taking a customized, preventative approach to mesothelioma treatments and how treatment choice may affect a patient’s quality of life.
Johnson & Johnson started selling surgical dressings in 1886, but the company’s expansion to baby care products in 1894 made Johnson & Johnson a household name. The company’s baby powder, made from crushed talc, has been a nursery staple ever since. Today, Johnson & Johnson offers a stunning variety of products, from Band-Aids to shampoos, with global sales of more than $93.7 billion in 2021. But its beloved baby powder has been under fire since 2017. Here’s what you need to know.
Paraquat dichloride, or simply, Paraquat, is a highly toxic herbicide or weed killer. It's on top of the list of the most commonly used farming herbicides in the US. Paraquat can cause sudden and serious symptoms, or even fatal poisoning when ingested or inhaled. As such, it's not allowed for public use or in residential areas.
Recently, plaintiffs across the country have started filing lawsuits against the makers of a highly toxic chemical herbicide called paraquat. This poisonous compound was used in agricultural applications all over the United States. While researchers have long known about the toxicity of paraquat, more recently the evidence has accumulated, pointing to the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease due to long term exposure to the chemical compound.
Paraquat, a highly toxic herbicide, has recently made headlines due to its potential connection with an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. Due to safety concerns, many individuals have found themselves wondering if they’ve been exposed to paraquat and, if so, whether they should be concerned about potential long-term effects.
If you were exposed to Paraquat and then developed Parkinson’s disease (PD), you might have grounds for a lawsuit.
There are currently more than 600 lawsuits that are part of a class action, along with an estimated 75 suits pending in state court. An initial ruling in the class action suit in February 2022 allows plaintiffs to move forward to trial.
You might have heard in the media that Paraquat and Parkinson’s disease (PD) may be linked. But what exactly is Paraquat, and is there a definitive link? If you’ve been exposed to Paraquat and then developed Parkinson’s, what should you do next? Let’s dig into exactly what’s going on here.
Being injured at work is never fun. Not only are you coping with pain and managing doctor visits, but you may be worried about who’s going to pay the bills. Fortunately, workplace injuries are typically covered by workers' comp. Still, it can be a tough process to actually receive proper compensation. A good workers' comp attorney will stand by your side every step of the way, but you will need to take specific actions to make sure your rights are protected. Here is what you need to know.