Avandia: Dealing with the Diabetes Epidemic
Tacoma, WA: With words like "epidemic" describing the nation's diabetes situation, it is possible that more people will be turning to medications like
Avandia to maintain their insulin levels. However, because of Avandia side effects, which include an increased risk of heart attacks, patients and their doctors will have to determine whether the Avandia risk is worth the benefit.
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Nursing Home Abuse Threatens Vulnerable Patients
Seattle, WA: Although senior citizens are among the most vulnerable of our population, or maybe because of it,
nursing home abuse continues to be a major concern for those who know elderly people living in nursing homes. Elder care neglect still occurs far too frequently, often having serious consequences for the victims. There are laws designed to protect victims of nursing home injury, but it may require the aid of a lawyer.
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Firefighter awarded $12.7 million after suffering brain injury on the job
Seattle, WA: A firefighter from Seattle has reportedly been awarded $12.7 million after suffering from a spine and
brain injury after falling down a fire pole shaft while on-duty.
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