Nuvaring was first approved by the FDA in 2001 as a birth control contraceptive. Nuvaring birth control dangers have been widely reported since. Nuvaring is the 3rd best selling product made by Organon USA.

This and other latest contraceptive devices have the goal of preventing pregnancies. Studies have shown that contraceptives such as Nuvaring which contain desogestrel have almost 2 times the risk of venous thrombosis (also known as Nuvaring Blood Clots) as compared to an...

Accidents can be very common in this modern day. Accident lawyers Long Island bound can find plenty of work. There are many instances accident lawyers Long Island mindful can get lots of work. For one thing, work places often harbor unsafe work environments. Car accidents are also very common in most places and this is especially true in Long Island. Another reason for needing accident lawyers in Long Island is for when you are injured randomly by no fault of your...

The construction industry has seen the most profitable growth in the past decade than any other industry. The construction business is made up of architects, implementation team, project managers, and finally the actual construction workers. The actual project is also headed by the company funding the project which has the most say in how much capital is going to be issued to any single project. When it comes down to it the actual construction workers are the ones making the...

Medical malpractice kills 225,000 people every year, according to the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA).  In New York state hospitals alone, 1 percent of all patients are injured due to negligence, with a quarter of those patients dying from their injuries.  Despite such staggering statistics, fewer than one-half of 1 percent of the nation's doctors face any serious state sanctions each year.

Anyone can become the victim of medical...

This week, the New York Times reported that 90 percent of all nursing homes have been cited for violating federal health and safety standards. Even worse, 94 percent of all privately-owned facilities were cited for such violations. It is clear that nursing home abuse and neglect has become an epidemic, and anyone with a loved one in a nursing home needs to be aware of this issue.

Nursing home residents’ rights are guaranteed by the federal 1987 Nursing...

Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that is caused by someone being exposed to asbestos. It is an incredibly lethal form of cancer that has drawn a lot of attention over the past few years as it has raised many legal issues.

Mesothelioma is a horrific disease, one that having a specialty lawyer can really help you with. Mesothelioma attorneys are used to having to deal with that kind of stressful situation with their clients. Not only can a mesothelioma lawyer help you with your...

Home safety is probably one of the most talked topics on people's mind today. Can you imagine watching television with your family and suddenly a robber busts through your front or back door? It's sad but our homes are not 100% safe. There are however some tips you can learn to help protect yourself.

First make sure you have durable doors. They should be heavy, thick doors that are difficult to damage and break down, equipped with durable locks. Be sure to visit your local...

Choosing a mesothelioma lawyer to represent you in your lawsuit is something which has to be done with utmost care. The success of the case filed depends primarily on the lawyer and the patient's situation. Hence you should have complete satisfaction regarding the lawyer before hiring him. You should feel confident that he has the experience and knowledge to represent you very well. In fact, your attorney should be your trusted partner who understands your health needs and is always...

There is no right or wrong treatment for mesothelioma since each case is considered individually. Treatment chosen for the patient will depend on various diagnostic tools such as X-rays, MRIs, CT scans, biopsies etc. Cancer treatment basically focuses upon eliminating the malignant cells and preserving the healthy ones. Presently three major options are available for the patients. They include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.

The course of treatment will depend upon the type...

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is supporting the voluntary actions of drug manufacturers regarding the use of nonprescription, over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold products in children.

The voluntary actions of the manufacturers are intended to:
(1) help prevent and reduce the misuse of these products in children, and
(2) better inform consumers about these products safe and effective use.

Specifically, drug manufacturers will be changing the product...