Nader Group Alleges Fatal Links to Two Antibiotics
Ralph Nader researchers say clindamycin and lincomycin cause 15 deaths and widespread illness among about 12 million prescriptions yearly. They urge FDA restriction to curb routine use especially for acne and colds. FDA records list 14 deaths. Upjohn defends drug safety amid calls for hearings.
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Nursing home drug kickbacks tied to elder care abuses
Senate aging committee reports widespread drug kickbacks to nursing home operators from pharmacists with cash gifts and other perks. The 317 page release cites television sets boats vacations and Hawaii getaways as incentives while noting improper drug testing, patient sedation, and dangerous dosages in up to 40 percent of administered drugs. It calls to end middleman roles and enforce 1972 kickback bans with new regulations.
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FAA safety panel resigns in protest over cutback
An independent FAA panel tasked with improving air safety has quit in protest after the Department of Transportation reduced its authority. FAA Administrator Alexander Butterfield formed the group following a House investigations subcommittee report, but the panel says its recommendations were curtailed.
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Optometrist faces fraud suit in California
United Press International reports a Pasadena optometrist is accused of prescribing unnecessary glasses and telling patients they would go blind. The suit seeks injunctions, restitution, and a 2500 dollar per offense penalty, with up to 500 former patients at risk.
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