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Warning: Proton Pump Inhibitors Increase Risk of Heart Attack
A new study has found a significant correlation between the use of gastric reflux preventive drugs and an increased risk of heart attack. The study analyzed the use of the drugs in healthy people and looked at a sample of more than million users of the dru...
In Spite of Protests, Shell Allowed to Drill the Arctic
Shells' request to start its drilling action in the Arctic Sea was approved by the Obama administration in May, in spite of strong opposition from numerous groups and organizations.However, the decision does not guarantee full freedom of action to the ...
Victims Claim Zoloft’s Birth Defects Were Hidden By Pfizer
Pfizer's own researchers observed that pregnant women taking Zoloft could be susceptible to giving birth to babies with birth defects, yet that information was not made public. At least that is what is being contended in court as the makers of Zoloft face ...
Deutsche Bank Agrees to $55 Million in Settlement
At the height of the financial crisis, Deutsche Bank mispriced derivative assets in a multibillion dollar portfolio to hide trading losses in the credit markets. Now, after a five-year investigation, they’re paying the price.
Results of the Financial Cris...
Company helicopter sprays toxic chemicals over employees
Darryl Ivy is tough, but not tougher than toxic chemicals used to wipe out large quantities of unwanted weeds. As herbicidal chemicals poured down on him from a helicopter, Ivy took shelter in his pickup truck, only to cough up blood days later.
Ivy’s Exp...
Chicken outbreak poses threat to American tourists, but not to the United States
If you’re planning a vacation to the United Kingdom, consider getting a jet card membership at Jettly and most importantly be careful of what you eat.That’s right. The food in Europe is usually known for being fresh and safe, but right now, there’s a b...
Obama to Save Our Nation’s Waters
President Obama may be remembered in the future for a legacy of environmentalism. His latest plans for limiting pollution in the nation’s major bodies of water and wetlands only add to his push to preserve the environment.The President recently launche...
Ozone Treaty Reverses Skin Cancer Threats For The World
A predicted widespread surge in skin cancer cases in Australia, New Zealand and Northern Europe has been prevented by environmental heroes who fought to save the ozone.
Saving the Ozone Layer
The United Nations came together in 1989 to create a mandate t...
Taco Bell and Pizza Hut Want to Serve You Healthy Food
While McDonald’s and Subway might have started the initiative, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut have joined in the drive towards turning national fast food chains into healthier and more wholesome options.Both fast food giants decided to nix artificial dyes and...
Hawaii Plans to Run Completely off Renewable Energy
Hawaii could become the first state in the USA to generate 100% of their electricity via renewable energy by 2045. This may sound somewhat unachievable, but with the advances in technology it may not sound as crazy as it seems (we went from an airplane to ...