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Paraquat and Parkinson’s link. In this article, I am going to discuss the profound dangers of Paraquat, the scientific link to the terrible neurological disease, Parkinson’s disease, and address Paraquat’s health impacts, the current status of Paraquat lawsuits, and broader themes about environmental toxins and health.

Paraquat Parkinson's link

Paraquat Parkinson’s link, the powerful herbicide is linked to causing Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s Disease from Paraquat? Call Dr. Shezad Malik Law Firm at 214-390-3189

  • Paraquat Exposure
  • Paraquat and Parkinson’s Link
  • Scientific Evidence
  • Paraquat Regulatory Responses
  • Paraquat Poisoning Symptoms
  • Paraquat Safety Precautions
  • What is Parkinson’s disease?
  • Lawsuit action against Paraquat

Paraquat Exposure

Paraquat dichloride, commonly known simply as Paraquat, is a highly toxic herbicide widely used for weed and grass control. Its use is prevalent in agriculture due to its effectiveness, but it poses significant health risks if not handled properly. Here’s an overview of the key points regarding Paraquat exposure: Continue reading

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Roundup Weedkiller. In this article, I am going to address Roundup, and its links to cancer specifically non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, and provide an update on the current trials and appeals.

Roundup Weedkiller

Roundup Weedkiller linked to Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and other cancers. Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and used Roundup? Call Dr. Shezad Malik Law Firm at 214-390-3189.

The use of the popular herbicide Roundup and glyphosate the main ingredient in Roundup and other weedkillers, is linked to an increased risk of non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and other cancers.

Roundup Weedkiller Glyphosate

The concerns surrounding glyphosate, the active ingredient in many herbicides are multifaceted and involve environmental, health, and regulatory issues.

Glyphosate Health Concerns:

Cancer Risk: The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a branch of the World Health Organization (WHO), classified glyphosate as “probably carcinogenic in humans” (Group 2A) in 2015 based on limited evidence of cancer in humans (from real-world exposures that actually occurred) and sufficient evidence of cancer in experimental animals.

This classification has fueled ongoing debates and legal battles, despite other regulatory bodies, including the EPA, concluding that glyphosate is not likely to be carcinogenic to humans based on their assessments.

Environmental Impact:

  • Biodiversity Loss: Glyphosate’s effectiveness as a broad-spectrum herbicide can lead to decreased plant diversity which can have cascading effects on ecosystems, including impacts on pollinators and other wildlife.
  • Weed Resistance: The widespread use of glyphosate has led to the evolution of glyphosate-resistant weed species, which can become difficult and costly to control, leading to increased herbicide use.

It’s important to note that the context of glyphosate’s use (e.g., adherence to label directions, personal protective equipment usage) and exposure levels are critical factors in assessing its risks.

Problem with Glyphosate Resistance

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Exactech Knee Failure Lawsuits. In this article, I am going to highlight the problems with the Exactech brand of knee implants, the status of the lawsuits, and what an affected victim can do to receive compensation for having a defective knee in the first place and then to undergo painful expensive revision surgery within a short time frame.

Exactech-Knee-Failure-Lawsuits

Exactech Knee Failure Lawsuits. Having a defective Exactech knee implant can cause serious pain and the need for early revision. Injured? Call Dr. Malik Law Firm 214-390-3189

Bear with me, it is going to be a bumpy ride!

Exactech Knee Failure? Dr. Shezad Malik Law Firm can help

The Dr. Shezad Malik Law Firm is accepting Exactech knee failure, ankle implant, and hip implant failure cases in all 50 states. If you or a loved one have a defective Exactech ankle, hip, or knee implant contact us immediately for a free consultation.

Who is Exactech?

Exactech is a company that specializes in developing, manufacturing, distributing, and selling orthopedic implant devices, along with related surgical instrumentation and biologic services for hospitals and physicians. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Gainesville, Florida, USA.

What is the Exactech Recall?

The Exactech knee recall was issued due to issues with the packaging of several of its knee, ankle, and hip replacement devices, which could lead to early degradation of the components. Continue reading

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AFFF Cancer Lawsuit. In this article, I am going to address and explain the epidemic of water contamination and the serious diseases and life-threatening cancers that people who have been exposed to PFAS, and AFFF. Finally, I’ll provide information on how to file an AFFF Cancer Lawsuit.
AFFF Cancer Lawsuit

AFFF Cancer Lawsuit. AFFF is linked to serious diseases and deadly cancers. Call Dr. Shezad Malik at 214-390-3189

What is Aqueous film-forming foam?

Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) is a type of fire suppressant used to extinguish flammable liquid fires, including petrol, oil, and other types of hydrocarbon-based fires. It is called “aqueous film forming” because it forms a barrier—a film of water—over the surface of the flammable liquid, which helps to cool the fire and prevent the vapor release that feeds the flames.

However, concerns have been raised about the environmental and health impacts of some of the chemical components used in AFFF, particularly per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are persistent in the environment and have been linked to serious health issues.

AFFF Cancer Lawsuit

A former Air Force firefighter, who was exposed to AFFF used to fight petroleum fires throughout his career filed a lawsuit alleging testicular cancer as a result of AFFF.

Gary Flook and his wife, Linda, filed their complaint in the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina, claiming personal injury against several chemical and safety equipment manufacturing companies as defendants, including 3M Company, BASF Corporation, and others.

According to Flook, as well as several other similar lawsuits brought by firefighters diagnosed with other types of cancer, the manufacturers have withheld important safety warnings about the health risks associated with toxic chemicals in AFFF.

Flook, of Indiana, claims that he was exposed to AFFF while serving as a firefighter in the Air Force from 1977 to 2014. Flook also served as a volunteer firefighter from 1982 to 2019, where he again dealt with and handled the toxic firefighter foam.

In February 2000, Flook was diagnosed with testicular cancer and underwent surgery to remove his testicles, and received chemotherapy.

Flook’s lawsuit alleges manufacturers knew the firefighting foam products contained toxic perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS); both of which have been linked to increased risk of cancer.

According to Flook, during his use of Defendants’ AFFF products containing PFOA and/or PFOS and/or their precursor chemicals, he ingested the products, and the chemicals entered his body. Flook further notes that at no point during his training or career did he receive any warning that Defendants’ AFFF products containing PFOA and/or PFOS and/or their precursor chemicals were toxic or carcinogenic.

What are the dangers with AFFF?

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Tepezza Hearing Loss Lawsuits. Tepezza also known as teprotumumab-trbw is a prescription infusion medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of Thyroid Eye Disease (TED), also known as Graves’ orbitopathy.

Tepezza Hearing Loss Lawsuits

Tepezza Hearing Loss Lawsuits. Call Dr. Shezad Malik at 214-390-3189

Tepezza was approved in 2020 for the treatment of adults with thyroid eye disease, a medical condition where the muscles and fatty tissues behind the eye become congested and swollen due to inflammation, causing the eyes to be pushed forward and bulge outwards (proptosis). The FDA’s approval of Tepezza was the first drug approved for the treatment of thyroid eye disease.

After a short few years of being used, Tepezza is now linked to hearing loss, progressive deafness, tinnitus, and other hearing problems.

What is Thyroid Eye Disease?

Thyroid Eye Disease, also known as Graves’ orbitopathy or Graves’ ophthalmopathy, is an autoimmune condition that affects the muscles and other tissues around the eyes. It is most commonly associated with Graves’ disease, an autoimmune disorder that leads to overactivity of the thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism). However, TED can also occur in individuals with normal thyroid function or hypothyroidism. Continue reading

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Does Talcum Powder Cause Cancer? The answer is unequivocally YES and I will explain in this article what talcum or talc is, how it is produced and the medical research linking the talc powder to both ovarian cancer and mesothelioma and lung cancer.

Talcum Powder Cause Cancer

Talcum Powder Causes Cancer including Ovarian Cancer and Lung Cancer. Call Dr. Shezad Malik at 214-390-3189

What is Talcum Powder?

Talcum powder, often simply called talc, is a finely ground mineral that is used in personal care products, cosmetics, and some industrial applications. Its primary component is talc, a clay mineral composed of hydrated magnesium silicate. Talc is known for its softness, moisture-absorption capabilities, and ability to reduce friction, which is why it’s commonly found in baby powder, body powders, and various cosmetic products to absorb moisture and minimize chafing.

However, the use of talcum powder has been scrutinized due to health concerns. Specifically, there have been concerns about its link to cancer. When talc is mined, it can be contaminated with asbestos, a known carcinogen. Inhalation of asbestos-contaminated talc can lead to lung cancer, and there have been worries and legal cases suggesting that long-term genital use of talcum powder to be linked to ovarian cancer. This has led to a significant amount of litigation, with some juries awarding large verdicts to plaintiffs who claimed that their cancer was caused by the use of talcum powder. Continue reading

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The Dangers of Asbestos: Understanding the Risks. Asbestos, a term that once symbolized insulation and fireproofing excellence, has now become synonymous with serious health risks and diseases.

This naturally occurring mineral, made of thin, fibrous crystals, was widely used in the construction, automotive, and in manufacturing industries for its strength, durability, and resistance to heat, fire, and chemicals.

hidden dangers of asbestos exposure

Asbestos exposure is a hidden danger that strikes many years later with catastrophic results. Injured? Call Dr. Shezad Malik at 214-390-3189

However, the dangers of asbestos exposure have since come to light, leading to strict regulations and a push for asbestos removal from buildings and products.

What is Asbestos?

Asbestos refers to a group of six naturally occurring silicate minerals that are composed of long and thin fibrous crystals. Each fiber is composed of many microscopic “fibrils” that can be released into the atmosphere and inhaled into the lungs, leading to significant health problems.

Health Risks Associated with Asbestos Exposure

The hidden danger of asbestos exposure comes from inhaling its fibers, which can become trapped in the lungs and remain there for years. Over time, these fibers can cause inflammation, scarring, and eventually lead to several serious health conditions, including:

Asbestosis is a chronic lung disease characterized by scarring of lung tissue, leading to shortness of breath, coughing, and permanent lung damage. Continue reading

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Ozempic Gastro Effects. The weight-loss injectable medications are on track for another bumper growth this year, with some experts predicting that 15 million Americans will be on these types of drugs by 2030. But blockbuster success is not without its price.

Ozempic Gastro Effects

Ozempic Gastro Effects can be serious including stomach paralysis, ileus or small intestine blockage, and the need for painful expensive surgery. Injured? Call Dr. Shezad Malik at 214-390-3189

Heavy Advertisement Barrage

Although advertisements tout these drugs as both safe and effective, with few long-term side effects, some patients are now pursuing Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro lawsuits against the manufacturers, each raising similar allegations that the drug labels fail to adequately warn about the risk of severe and long-lasting side effects, including a form of severe stomach paralysis, known as gastroparesis.

What is Ozempic?

Ozempic (semaglutide) was approved by the FDA, for the treatment of people with Type 2 diabetes, and an interesting side effect was noted, patients lost weight while on the medication.

Since that discovery, with aggressive advertisements promoting the weight loss benefits, Ozempic has been pushed as a miracle diet drug in recent years, making it a blockbuster treatment for weight loss that is now used by millions of Americans.

Since Ozempic for weight loss sales exceeded Novo Nordisk’s expectations, the company then released a higher dose version under the brand name Wegovy, which is specifically approved by the FDA as a diet drug. Continue reading

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Bard PowerPort Injury lawsuits are being filed against Bard claiming that the implantable intravenous devices have serious design defects that cause the ports to break apart and migrate, leading to catastrophic life-threatening injuries. The FDA approved the first Bard PowerPort device in 2000.

Bard PowerPort Injury

Bard PowerPort Injury is linked to dangerous side effects including blood clots, fractures and bleeding. Injured? Call Dr. Shezad Malik at 214-390-3189

A woman in Chicago recently filed a Bard PowerPort Injury lawsuit. The woman had a PowerPort implanted in her neck for breast cancer chemotherapy. In just nine short months, the PowerPort fragmented, and device pieces traveled to her heart and veins. She had to undergo several painful surgeries to remove the fragments from her heart and other areas. Her lawsuit was filed in the U.S. Federal Court, Northern District of Chicago.

What is the Bard PowerPort device?

The Bard PowerPort is a group of port catheter devices that are implanted under the skin, so an intravenous tube known as a catheter can inject medication into the bloodstream.

The Bard PowerPort is a specific brand and type of implantable port device, which is commonly used in medical treatments requiring frequent access to the venous system for the delivery of medications, chemotherapy, blood products, and for the taking of blood samples. The Bard PowerPort is manufactured by C.R. Bard, Inc. (now part of Becton, Dickinson and Company). Continue reading

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Suboxone Dental Damage. A product liability and negligence lawsuit has been filed against the makers of Suboxone sublingual film as a result of using this medication. The complaint alleges that the Suboxone oral strips cause severe enamel erosion and tooth decay, leading to painful teeth extractions.

Suboxone Dental Damage

Suboxone film strips linked Dental Damage and painful extractions. Injured? Call Dr. Shezad Malik at 214-390-3189

Vincent Delcastillo recently filed his injury claim in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, against the drug manufacturers Indivior Inc., Aquestive Therapeutics Inc, Monosol Rx In., and Reckitt Benckiser LLC.

According to Delcastillo, patients and the prescribing doctors were not adequately warned about the dental risks associated with Suboxone oral strips.

Delcastillo became addicted to opioids after being prescribed them for pain management. To tackle the addiction he was prescribed Suboxone oral strips.

Delcastillo was not warned about the risks of serious dental erosion and tooth decay associated with the Suboxone dissolvable film strips.

According to the lawsuit, “The formulation of Suboxone film is designed to be acidic to maximize absorption of the buprenorphine while minimizing absorption of the naloxone. This acidic formulation leads to dental erosion and decay. Defendants knew or should have known that Suboxone film, when used as prescribed and intended, causes harmful damage to the teeth due to the acidity of buprenorphine.” Continue reading

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