Monday, 26 August 2019

Judge Fines J&J $572 Billion Over Opioid Crisis

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An Oklahoma judge on Monday ruled against one of America's biggest companies, Johnson & Johnson -- fining it $572 million as part of the first trial of an opioid maker sued by a state for the human and financial costs of the prescription painkiller crisis.



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Every Sudden Infant Death Deserves a Closer Look

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Whenever a healthy infant dies suddenly, that death should be investigated to determine if abuse or neglect was the cause, a new study says.



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As Vaping Lung Injuries Grow, Doctors Seek Answers

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One person has died as a result of severe lung injuries linked to vaping. And it’s not clear yet what the prognosis for others will be as cases mount and public health officials seek clues about their cause.



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Why Was Johnson & Johnson the Only Opioid Maker on Trial in Oklahoma?


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$572 Million Decision Against Johnson & Johnson in Landmark Opioid Trial


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