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Mass Torts,Dangerous Drug

Alopecia from Taxotere

One of the most difficult side-effects for women undergoing chemotherapy is Alopecia – the loss of hair. Alopecia is fairly common during the course of…

Dangerous Drug

Veterinarians May Be Contributing to Opioid Epidemic

The United States is in the midst of an opioid crisis. Approximately 4 of 5 people who have turned to heroin use did so only…

Child Injuries,Dangerous Drug

What Types of Opioids are Harmful During Pregnancy?

Prescription opioids are painkillers that a doctor may prescribe after someone has had an injury. As the dangers of opioids become more well-known, women who…

Child Injuries,Dangerous Drug

Caring for a Baby Born to an Opioid-Addicted Mother

The number of babies born to opioid-addicted mothers in the country is on the rise. With no sign of the epidemic dwindling, this is likely…

Child Injuries,Dangerous Drug

Does a Mother who was Addicted to Opioids During Pregnancy Have a Case?

Just as tobacco companies were once sued for causing undue harm to smokers, those in the healthcare industry are now being sued for pushing addictive…

Child Injuries,Dangerous Drug

Is There Treatment for Babies Born to Opioid-Addicted Mothers?

Many of those addicted to opioids are pregnant women. Some of these women are taking drugs they have been prescribed for pain, while others are…