January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month. Firefighters are twice as likely to develop certain types of cancer than the general population, according to the International…
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9 PFAS Chemicals Added to EPA Toxics Release Inventory List
In January 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency added 9 PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) chemicals to their Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) list. Certain facilities…
Is Mesothelioma Always Fatal?
Although this cancer is considered incurable, mesothelioma is not always fatal, thanks to advances in medical research and treatment options. A number of patients have…
Glyphosate-Based Weed-Killer Roundup® Linked to Cancer
In farms around the world, powerful chemical compounds are sprayed on crops in order to keep invasive plants and pests away. Some of these agrochemicals…
Quit Smoking During the Great American Smokeout 2024
The Great American Smokeout® began as a single event in a small town, but over the years, it has become a nationwide opportunity for smokers…
A Guide to Medical Malpractice at Each Stage of Pregnancy
Nearly 30,000 babies are injured at birth each year in the United States. This figure is simply too high, especially when you consider that many…
Becton Dickinson Bard® Hernia Mesh Settlement Resolves Nearly 40,000 Claims
Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) recently agreed to settle around 38,000 hernia mesh lawsuits for an undisclosed amount, though reports suggest the total payouts could…
What Proof Do You Need for the Roundup® Lawsuit?
Roundup® is a popular residential and industrial weed killer that contains glyphosate, which has been linked to several types of cancer. If you used Roundup…
Doctors Misdiagnose 1 in 5 Patients with Serious Conditions
When a patient’s condition is misdiagnosed, it can lead to life-altering consequences. A study conducted at the Mayo Clinic found that over 20% of patients…
