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Exactech knees replacement recall
Exactech issued a recall for thousands of polyethylene plastic inserts used in knee and ankle replacements because the plastic may wear early, leading to implant failure and revision surgery. Recalled Exactech Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) Knee and...
FDA warns about dental problems with buprenorphine medicines dissolved in the mouth to treat opioid use disorder and pain
A recall was issued this past summer for Exactech Connexion GXL acetabular liner in hip replacements by the device manufacturer, Exactech Inc. The recall was issued due to early failure of the liner from wear and tear. It is possible that patients who had this liner...
Legal Regulations For Scaffolding Safety
If you work in the construction industry, it is very likely that you will frequently work on scaffolding while participating in your role. Scaffolding structures have the potential to be very dangerous, both for those who are working on them, and those in the...
Hot Water Spills Can Lead To Life-Altering Burn Injuries
When being served in a cafe or restaurant, you will expect that the server in question will take the appropriate care in avoiding spilling food or water, as well as processing your order correctly. When establishments become busy...
Your Employer’s Responsibility For Moving Machinery Safety
New York construction workers are protected by laws and regulations that focus on safety. These regulations generally require the compliance of construction employers, so that working environments are made safe for all those on site. One of the most common reasons for...
Most Construction Site Accidents Can Be Prevented
If you are a construction site worker in the state of New York, you will be aware of the risks that are related to the profession. However, you may not know that many of the most common construction site risks are extremely preventable. If you have been injured while...
Can You Spot Elder Abuse? The ER May Not, According To New Study.
t is estimated that as much as 10 percent of the elder population experiences abuse in some form. The horrifying consequences of elder abuse can lead to significant injuries. Several state and federal laws have been enacted to help curb elder abuse. Unfortunately, the...
New York City Bike-Sharing Program Has First Fatality
If you ride a bike among the traffic on the streets of Manhattan, you literally can take your life into your hands. Between the trucks, taxis and other vehicles, cycling through New York City's streets is a dangerous form of exercise not intended for the faint of...
Stay Safe Around Fireworks At 4th Of July Celebrations
Generations of families, many of whom came to the United States as immigrants, have cherished memories of childhood 4th of July celebrations shared with friends and neighbors. In order to continue that grand tradition for today's children and grandchildren, families...