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What to Know About the Latest Updates in Ozempic and Wegovy Lawsuits

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Key takeaways: The legal claims against Novo Nordisk are not about banning the drug. They are about accountability and informed consent. The core of these lawsuits is the product liability principle known as “failure to...more

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Cancer and Medication: Advocating for Yourself and Your Health

Unfortunately, the risk of a cancer diagnosis is a very real concern with many common (and not-so-common) medications. While drug companies have a legal duty to ensure that their medications are safe, these companies don’t...more

Hissey, Mulderig & Friend, PLLC

Depo-Provera Birth Control Shots and the Risk of Meningioma Brain Tumors

Depo-Provera, a birth control injection containing the hormone medroxyprogesterone acetate, has been widely used for decades as a convenient contraceptive option. For many women, the Depo shot offered an alternative to daily...more

Hissey, Mulderig & Friend, PLLC

Ozempic & Wegovy Users Report Vision Loss: Could Semaglutide Be Linked to NAION?

The diabetes drugs Ozempic and Wegovy have been linked to an increased risk of sudden vision loss and blindness due to a rare eye condition known as NAION (non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy)....more

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Meningiomas and Depo-Provera: Where to Get Help

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Depo-Provera, a commonly used injectable contraceptive, has been linked to an increased risk of meningiomas, which are a type of brain tumor. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with a meningioma after using...more

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Meningioma and Birth Control Lawsuits: The Case Against Depo-Provera

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Women across the country are taking legal action against Pfizer, the manufacturer of Depo-Provera, alleging that the company failed to warn about the risks of developing meningiomas — generally non-cancerous but potentially...more

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Ep. 4 - Ozempic, Wegovy, and the New Compliance Risks for Providers

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Diabetes and obesity drugs have skyrocketed in popularity as of late. According to a report released by Trilliant Health in September 2023, healthcare providers in the United States wrote more than 9 million prescriptions for...more

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