Salmonella victims upset no prosecutions yet
By GREG BLUESTEIN Associated Press Writer
FDA panel has questions about Zimmer spine implant GAITHERSBURG, Md. (AP) - Federal health officials say there are lingering questions about whether an implant from Zimmer Holdings Inc. is safe and effective for treating a painful spinal condition.
SD judge refuses secondhand smoke testimony
By CHET BROKAW Associated Press Writer PIERRE, S.D. (AP) - The American Cancer Society cannot present witnesses to testify on the dangers of secondhand smoke in a trial that will determine whether South Dakota's smoking ban will be referred to a statewide vote, a circuit judge has ruled.
Ground beef recalled over E. coli illnesses ASHVILLE, N.Y. (AP) - A New York meat company has recalled almost 546,000 pounds of ground beef because, according to health officials, contaminated meat has caused illness and one death.
Florida Appeals Court Overturns $24M Verdict Against Honeywell
By KENNETH BRADLEY, ESQ., Andrews Publications Staff Writer A Florida appeals court has reversed a $24 million award against Honeywell International entered after a Miami jury found that an amateur mechanic developed lung cancer after being exposed to asbestos in brake pads made by the company.
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