Specialized endoscopes are routinely used to diagnose and treat both pancreatic and bile-duct diseases. Though single-use, disposable equipment has been advocated by some experts, the multiple-use endoscopes requiring sterilization after each procedure are generally employed. Despite careful compliance with manufacturers’ sterilization instructions, however, the equipment is frequently found to harbor bacteria that were not removed […]
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Warnings from CDC and FDA: Do Not Eat Any Store-bought Caramel Apples until Exact Cause of 5 Deaths and 29 Serious Illnesses Can Be Determined
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have issued stern warnings to consumers regarding store-bought apples coated in caramel, chocolate, and other candied substances. Some companies have recalled their prepackaged caramel apples after reports of serious injuries and deaths which may have been caused or contributed to […]
Pennsylvania’s Wrongful-Death and Survival Actions
When someone sustains fatal injuries as a result of another’s wrongful act, the victim’s survivors may be entitled to compensation for the damages they have suffered as a result. A victim’s estate may also be entitled to certain damages. The legal actions through which such benefits are obtained are known as wrongful-death and survival actions […]
