Elementary School Pays Fine for Mold, Asbestos in Kindergarten Wing
An elementary school will pay a substantial fine for exposing its kindergarteners to mold and asbestos.
Health & Medicine
Research Suggests Cough Medicine Really Isn’t That Effective
There is no solid evidence that over-the-counter cough medicines work any better than old-fashioned homeopathic remedies.
Cardiologist Faces Sexual Battery Charges, Continues to Practice
A Smyrna, Tennessee cardiologist still has an active medical license even though he faces sexual battery charges.
Oklahoma Trial Underway Against Opioid Manufacturers
An Oklahoma trial against opioid manufacturers could act as a benchmark to determine what role the companies play in creating a nationwide epidemic.
AgeVital Pharmacy Settles Allegations of Fraud for $775,000
Florida pharmacy, AgeVital, is set to pay at least $775,000 to settle a lawsuit alleging fraud brought about by a patient who received unwanted medications.
Judge Clears Way for Price Lawsuit Against Insulin Manufacturers
Judge denies a motion to dismiss a case against three major drug companies over allegations of price gauging and making it too expensive for diabetics to obtain life-saving insulin.
Ohio Nursing Home Caregivers Indicted on Multiple Charges
Several nurses employed at Whetstone Gardens and Care Center in Columbus, Ohio, have been indicted for charges including patient neglect, involuntary manslaughter, and forgery, among others.
Maryland Considering Bill to Treat Opioid Addiction with Medical Marijuana
Maryland lawmakers are considering a bill that would list medical marijuana as an effective treatment option for opioid use disorder.
Chicago Alleges 27 e-Cig Companies are Marketing to Minors
The City of Chicago has submitted a lawsuit against nearly three dozen e-cigarette retailers for allegedly selling their products to minors online.
FDA Send a Clear Warning to McKesson Regarding Illegitimate Shipments
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sent a warning letter to drug distributor McKesson for incidents in which pharmacies received tampered with shipments of opioids.