Abbott was ordered to pay $95 million in compensatory damages to an Illinois mother for failing to warn about the risk of NEC from Similac, with another $400 million assessed to punish the manufacturer for it's conduct
At least 77 complaints have been received involving problems with recalled Medtronic NIM endotracheal tubes, including reports of the devices losing functionality and degrading.
Screen problems with Thoratec HeartMate systems have been linked to dozens of patient injuries, in the latest recall impacting the product.
The parents of a Missouri child who suffered brain damage in March plan to file a Similac infant formula lawsuit, alleging that additional batches of powered formula have been contaminated since a massive recall last year.
Traumatic brain injuries can change the structure of the brain, including the cerebellum, which can result in problems with judgment and decision-making.
The researchers warn players in some positions, such as offensive and defensive linemen, take more hits more frequently, and thus face a higher risk of brain damage over the course of their career as a player.
Only 80% of patients with moderate-to-severe traumatic brain injuries recovered their full independence after five years.
Long-term effects from head trauma can increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and other neurological conditions, researchers warn
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act provides the EPA with $15 billion to combat lead exposure and lead poisoning nationwide.
Traumatic brain injury neurocritical care not only decreased mortality rates, but also increased long-term recovery.
