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Health Care and Social Law Articles
Articles written by lawyers and expert witnesses worldwide
explaining the different aspects of Health Care and Social.
Boy Wears Braces For 11 Years, Sues Orthodontist for Malpractice
Medical physicians are not the only profession that have to worry about medical malpractice suits. Dentists, chiropractors, and psychiatrists are also vulnerable to malpractice suits if neglect can be proven. Recently, an orthodontist was sued for having a patient wear his braces for 11 years. The patient is now claiming neglect due to permanent damage done to the inside of his mouth and jaw.
Accommodations and Disability Retirement, No Conflict
Why the Accommodations Issue is Unlikely to Pose a Problem If You Are Filing for Federal Disability Retirement Benefits
Misdiagnosis of a Heart Attack, Stroke, Cancer, or Infection
Each year medical misdiagnosis leads to thousands of unnecessary injuries and deaths. This article explains how a heart attack, stroke, cancer, or infection may be misdiagnosed, leading to serious injuries or death for the patient.
Electronic Healthcare Records Linked to Speedier Processing of Social Security Disability Claims
The Wright State Research Institute has developed a new software system to implement electronic healthcare records in order to speed up the process of evaluating social security disability claims.
Looking at Marital Status, Dependents, for VA Benefits
Veterans' disability lawyers in Raleigh will explain how your marital status and dependents can impact veterans' disability benefits. If you have a disability rating of 30 percent or higher, it could lead to additional compensation.
How is Medicaid Different from Medicare?
The Federal government created both Medicaid and Medicare to assist some Americans with the high cost of health care
Basics of Medicare
Medicare, health insurance for elderly and disabled Americans, is a large system that can seem confusing. Here are some basics to help you understand all types of Medicare.
Obama Administration Focuses on Medical Malpractice
The Obama administration has been asking individuals who have suffered improper medical care to report such instances of neglect. It is hoped that the information that will be reported will aid in an overall better health care environment for the nation.
Guide on Filling out SSI Application Form
The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program of the Social Security Administration (SSA) is a needs-based program that seeks to provide financial aid to qualified individuals. These individuals are the disabled, the elderly (age 65 or older), and the legally blind.
Plastic Surgery Mistakes from Medical Malpractice
Plastic surgery, although a common elective surgery carries a risk for injury or death. It's important to understand that all surgeries carry a risk of injury or death. Simple surgical mistakes or anesthesia errors can result in great harm to a patient.
Merging Medical Practices
In this article, the author discusses the merger of medical practices, from a legal perspective.
Equally Deadly: ICU Misdiagnosis and Breast Cancer
An undiagnosed heart attack or stroke accounted for almost three of every four missed diagnoses that, had health care professionals correctly diagnosed the medical problem, could have saved the patient's life.
Check Mailings Being Discontinued by SSA
In a move that is of interest to people who are retired or planning for retirement the Social Security Administration is implementing a cost-cutting measure that is expected to save United States taxpayers approximately $1 billion over the next 10 years. Beginning in March of 2013 the practice of mailing out monthly checks in hard copy form is being discontinued.
SSA Taking Steps to Save Taxpayers Money
Sometimes you can engage a paradigm shift that can provide economic efficiency in a rather simple but effective manner. This is something that the Social Security Administration has been doing and the timing is ideal. Retirement planning experts tell us that tens of thousands of people are joining the ranks of Social Security recipients monthly, and this growth will continue for years to come as the baby boomer generation reaches the age of Social Security eligibility.
Hungary to Offer Investment-based Permanent Residency for €250,000
A major development in Hungarian immigration policy affecting 'investor residency' is anticipated imminently. On 27th October, 2012 the ruling party of Hungary submitted a Bill to Parliament, which would offer permanent Hungarian residency under preferential conditions for non-EU national investors willing to buy at least €250,000 of government bonds. The Bill is currently under consideration and is expected to become law very soon.
Social Security Going Electronic
Due to the aging of the baby boomers, there are approximately 10,000 people applying for Social Security benefits every day. This volume of applicants will continue for the next 20 years according to elder law experts. Of course, there are already millions of people collecting Social Security benefits. Can you imagine how much it costs to mail out paper checks to even a small percentage of these individuals?
How to Avoid Becoming the Victim of Medicare, Medicaid, or Healthcare Related Fraud
The senior population in this country continues to grow, presenting even more viable targets for Medicare, Medicaid and other healthcare related frauds. As it stands now, this type of fraud costs the government billions of dollars each year. Help yourself avoid becoming a victim by learning what types of scams are out there, as well as what steps to take to avoid being victimized.
SSA Enacts $1 Billion Cost-Cutting Measure
The Social Security Administration expects to save somewhere in the vicinity of $1 billion by discontinuing the practice of sending out paper checks through the mail every month. This is a cost-cutting measure that makes a lot of sense to many people within the South Carolina elder law community. At the present time nine out of every 10 people who are entitled to Social Security payments are receiving them electronically so taking this final step will provide total efficiency.
SSDI Benefits for Disabled Veterans
Talking with Veterans Social Security disability attorneys in Raleigh can help you learn if you qualify for disability benefits through Social Security. You may also be able to receive veterans' disability benefits. Veterans Social Security disability attorneys in Raleigh can help military service members determine the types of benefits they may qualify to receive. In addition to obtaining veterans' benefits, some may also receive disability benefits made available through Social Security.
Overcrowded Emergency Departments Leading to Hospital Malpractice and Doctoral Malpractice
Overcrowded emergency rooms have become a major problem with hospitals, resulting in an increase in medical negligence and medical malpractice. Overcrowding has become a serious problem in hospital emergency departments. This causes patients who need immediate medical help to sometimes wait hours for medical attention.
Assessing Your ADL through the Function Report Form
The role of the Social Security Administration (SSA) on your claim is to make sure that your disabling condition is severe enough for you to be granted disability benefits. Also, the federal agency's evaluation of your claim looks at how your condition affects your activities of daily living, also called ADLs.
Fungal Meningitis: What You Need to Know
The New England Compounding Center, has recalled more than 17,000 doses of contaminated steroid injections and experts worry that as many as 14,000 patients could be at risk of contracting meningitis. As of this week, the deadly fungal meningitis outbreak has spread to 15 states, including Ohio. It has already infected 230 victims and killed at least 15 people.
California Medical Malpractice Lawsuit from a Medical Injury
If you or someone you love has been seriously injured because of the negligence of a nurse, doctor, or hospital, you may be wondering if you meet the thresholds for filing a medical malpractice lawsuit. This article will explain what thresholds are necessary to file a successful medical malpractice claim and how leading medical malpractice attorney Dr. Bruce Fagel proceeds with a medical malpractice lawsuit.
Turkey Pharmaceutical Sector: New Regulation of Promotion of Medicinal Products for Human Use
A new regulation has been published on Official Gazette dated 14 October 2012 that contains a number of changes have been made on Regulation on Promotion of Medicinal Products For Human Use to ensure that the companies promoting a medicinal product is monitored by the Ministry of Health in wide range of their promotion activities. The main changes to the regulation include:
Anesthesia Errors and Injuries from Medical Negligence
Anesthesia mistakes happen with major operations as well as with common elective procedures. An anesthesia error can cause severe permanent brain damage or death to a patient. Anesthesia errors happen every day in hospitals, doctor's offices, and surgical centers. Anesthetists and Anesthesiologists play a vital role in surgeries.
Why Wills - The Problem of Intestacy in Jamaica
By Banjoko Law
You must not avoid writing your will. In fact, it is your voice after you death. Your family and loved ones will be certain of your wishes. A carefully written will can avoid your assets going to unintended individuals, eliminate contests over the distribution of your possessions, can be used to create a trust, economical relative to intestate administration, and a will can be easily amended to fit changing circumstances.
Contaminated Steroid Puts Thousands at Risk for Fungal Meningitis Death
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control estimate that as many as 13,000 people may have been injected with the defective drug, leaving open the possibility that the number of people infected with fungal meningitis will increase well beyond the currently known cases.
What are the Side Effects From the Drug Victoza?
Victoza is a prescription medication that helps lower blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes, otherwise known as adult onset diabetes. The drug is manufactured by Novo Nordisk, and it was approved by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) in January of 2010. It functions by helping the body make more insulin and control glucose levels.
Reverse Mortgages vs. A Line of Credit – Which is Right for You
For many elderly Americans, the golden years are fraught with concerns over money instead of spent sitting on the front porch sipping iced tea. Social Security does not provide the average retiree enough income to live on comfortably. Employer sponsored pensions and retirement accounts are virtually unheard of anymore.
Litigation Goes Mental in Miami
This month, both former directors of the mental health care company American Therapeutic Corporation (ATC), Dr. Mark Willner and Dr. Alberto Ayala, were sentenced yesterday to 10 years in prison for participating in a $205 million Medicare fraud scheme.
Gastric Bypass Surgery Complications from Medical Malpractice
People considering a gastric bypass procedure need to understand that gastric bypass surgery is major abdominal surgery and with all surgeries comes risk of serious injury or even death. Gastric bypass surgery modifies a patient's digestive system reducing the amount of food a patient can eat.
Hospital Liability for Wrongful Death
Common Types of Hospital Negligence: One common type of hospital negligence is when a patient becomes the victim of a surgical mistake. Mistakes can be the result of miscommunication, fatigue, inattention, or even rushing through a surgical procedure.
Kernicterus and Severe Jaundice in Newborns from Medical Malpractice
Kernicterus is a neurological condition that happens to a newborn with severe jaundice. It involves a high level of bilirubin, a substance created from the breakdown by the liver of old red blood cells that leaves the blood and builds up in the brain tissues. When the bilirubin enters the brain tissues, it causes permanent brain damage to the infant.
GranuFlo and NaturaLyte Dialysis Drug Recalls
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued a class I recall of two drugs manufactured by Fresenius Medical Care (FMC) for use during hemodialysis procedures. The German-based healthcare company is responsible for treating more than a third of the 400,000 dialysis patients in America. The two drugs, GranuFlo and NaturaLyte, are acid concentrate formulas that provide dialysis clinics an alternative to the handling and storage of large acid drums.
High Risk Pregnancy Causing a Birth Defect or Birth Injury
High risk pregnancies include premature delivery, multiple births, pregnancy induced hypertension (PIH), preeclampsia, vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC), older women who are pregnant, a large infant, and other factors. Even though a woman may be in a high risk category, this does not excuse a doctor or medical professional for negligence.
Birth Control And Blood Clots: The Dangers of Yaz, Yasmin, Beyaz and Ocella
By July 2012, Bayer Pharmaceuticals had spent over $400 million to settle claims that its 'wonder drug' Yasmin-line of birth control is actually a very dangerous drug. In 2011, Yasmin was the 4th most-prescribed oral contraceptive in the United States and brought in $1.1 billion in sales for Bayer.
Life Sciences Law in Switzerland
This Q&A guide gives a high level overview of key issues including pricing and state funding, manufacturing, marketing, clinical trials, advertising, labelling, patents, trade marks, and product liability. This article was first published in the PLC Multi-jurisdictional guide to Life Sciences 2011 and is reproduced with the permission of the publisher, Practical Law Company.
Dovetailing Disabled Adult Child Benefits with Supplemental Security Income Benefits
By Jaburg Wilk
A short window exists for a special needs child who is near age 18 to qualify for SSI by meeting the definition of disability. There is a distinction between SSI and DAC benefits. It is important to consult with an attorney who has expertise in both public benefits and special needs planning as both benefit rates and qualifications can and do change.
Dementia: Yes, It Can Happen to You
Some people are prone to adopting the "it will never happen to me" point of view, but these are the same individuals who often find themselves in difficult situations due to a lack of preparation. This is something to keep in mind when it comes to incapacity planning. Believe it or not,the likelihood of contracting dementia later in your life is very significant.
Medical Malpractice Responsible for Birth Injuries, Including Cerebral Palsy
Two major types of birth injuries can occur as a result of medical malpractice, these include a traumatic brain injury and a lack of oxygen to the brain of the infant. If a birth injury is the result of medical malpractice, you may have a medical malpractice lawsuit. A birth injury or birth defect can be one of the most difficult and stressful situations a family may encounter.
What You Should Know About Your Legal Health
Introduction As with your physical health, you can avoid problems by periodically checking your legal health. Areas to consider include contracts, consumer rights, estate planning, insurance coverage, retirement planning and wills. You should review your legal papers about once a year to see if the relevant plans and documents reflect your current needs.
It All Burns Down to Smoking
Persisting is clearly not the only answer when it comes to men, or smokers for that matter. In the case of Mrs. Elmer Perry, who begged and begged her husband, Mr Baker, to quit smoking, it seemed her efforts were truly for a lost cause. In 1993, months after being diagnosed with lung cancer, Mr. Baker died at age 65.
Pennsylvania Hospital Infections Rates Are Down
In a report released February 2012, the Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council stated inpatient infection rates at hospitals are down. This will surely affect the number of medical malpractice claims relating to infections by medical care providers which can cause people to die.
Hospital Malpractice and Doctor Malpractice
Hospital malpractice and doctor malpractice is an alarming problem that results in hundreds of thousands of patients losing their lives each year in the United States and medication errors which results in over 1.5 million Americans being injured as well. When doctors or hospitals are negligent with the medical care they provide to their patients, serious injuries or death can occur.
Does a Severely Injured Plaintiff Have a Right to Be in the Courtroom?
Defendants in cases involving severe injuries including brain injury, spinal cord, or burn injury, often request that the injured plaintiff is not present in the courtroom during the trial. The defense's argument is that the plaintiff cannot contribute to the proceedings in any meaningful way due to the extent of the injuries.
Study Reveals Startling Hospital ICU Misdiagnosis Statistics
When a Patient Dies in an Intensive Care Unit, There Is a 28 Percent Chance That a Diagnosis Was Missed - When John Hopkins University School of Medicine researchers examined diagnosis errors in hospital intensive care units (ICUs), they expected to find some room for improvement in patient care. However, the lead author of the study, Dr. Bradford Winters, described the results as "surprising and alarming."
How to File an Illinois Nursing Home Complaint
Often, people have not filed a formal nursing home complaint simply because they are unsure how or unaware that they can. A nursing home complaint can be filed when the negligence, misconduct, or abuse of a nursing home facility or caregiver causes you or your loved one to suffer. Filing a complaint should lead to an investigation into the facility.
Medical Malpractice: Be Aware of These Common Types of Emergency Room Errors
There are some common emergency room errors that are often caused by negligence that could lead to serious or fatal injuries. Demanding and fast-paced, an emergency room's environment can unfortunately lead to errors. You may deserve compensation through a medical malpractice claim if you or someone you love has suffered serious or fatal injuries because of a preventable mistake.
How Hospital Negligence Contributes to Blood Transfusion Errors
Hospital negligence can lead to blood transfusion errors that result in injuries and even fatalities. Blood transfusion errors include: • Mislabeled blood; • The wrong patient receiving a blood transfusion; • The patient receiving the wrong blood type; • Hospital staff failing to respond to the signs and symptoms of a blood transfusion error;...
Birth Asphyxia and Birth Hypoxia from Medical Malpractice
Birth asphyxia and birth hypoxia happens if a baby doesn't receive an adequate supply of oxygen before, during, or immediately following birth. Depending on the amount of oxygen the infant is deprived of, how long the event lasts, and how promptly and effectively the medical staff takes corrective action to repair the problem will determine the extent of damage to the baby's brain.
Manufacturing Opportunities in Malta for the Generics Drugs Industry: History and Legislative Framework
Without doubt Malta offers significant opportunities for the generics drugs Industry and the evidence for this lies in the pharmaceutical patenting history of the country and in its legislative framework. The following events have played a major role in the history of patenting in Malta, and have actually shaped the present scenario regarding generic drugs in the country.
Gestational Hypertension and Pregnancy Induced Hypertension / PIH
Gestational hypertension or PIH can lead to a low birth weight for the baby or premature delivery which poses additional health risks to the child. If the hypertension becomes severe, it can lead to preeclampsia or eclampsia which can cause serious injuries or even death to both the mother and child.
Quick Facts about the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Although we discuss the Family & Medical Leave Act on our website, we thought we would provide a second source of quick facts on the FMLA and provide links to some quick and easy-to-understand resources for anyone looking for more FMLA information.
First Mesh Implant Case Earns $5.5 Million in Damages
For some time, the FDA has been aware of side effects related to vaginal mesh implants. The first case involving these side effects went to trial in California and earned a multi-million dollar settlement. According to the FDA, complications with vaginal mesh implants are not uncommon. A vaginal mesh (also known as an urogynecologic surgical mesh implant) is a medical product used to treat pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI).
Wrongful Death in Pennsylvania
A motor vehicle accident, medical malpractice, poorly maintained premises or even a workplace accident that is due to a wrongful act, a negligent act, a violent act or neglect may give rise to a wrongful death lawsuit in Pennsylvania. A wrongful act, a negligent act, a violent act or neglect that results in death may give rise to a wrongful death lawsuit in Pennsylvania.
A Cure in Sight for Cerebral Palsy?
Cerebral palsy is caused by an injury to the brain before or during birth or in the first few years of life, and has no known cure. Recent studies that utilize a child's own stem cells to repair damaged neural tissue, may provide new or renewed hope for vast improvement, and even a cure, for children diagnosed with cerebral palsy.
$78 Million for Delayed C-Section Resulting in Lifelong Injury: A Breakdown of PA Damages
Putting a dollar figure on a catastrophic event, particularly a birth injury that quickly turned what should have been a joyful day into a lifelong struggle with cerebral palsy is not easy and will never come close to putting a family back in the same position it would have been but for the negligence of another.
The False Claims Act – Application of the Lincoln Law to the Health Care Industry
The False Claims Act was originally focused on the defense industry during the Civil War. It was later expanded during the defense industry scandals of the 1980s. Now, the law is being applied liberally in the health care industry with very severe potential consequences for health care providers.
Medical Director Compensation and Compliance
Compensation to medical directors has become a 'hot-button" compliance issue. If not properly structured and monitored, a medical director arrangement can become a major compliance problem. Health care attorney John Fisher discussed some of the recent cases addressing medical director compensation and what they mean to health care providers.
Medical Director Compensation and Compliance
Compensation to medical directors has become a 'hot-button" compliance issue. If not properly structured and monitored, a medical director arrangement can become a major compliance problem. Health care attorney John Fisher discussed some of the recent cases addressing medical director compensation and what they mean to health care providers.
Clinical Integration and the Rochester Network Advisory Opinion
The Rochester Network Advisory Opinion is one of the few sources that we have to get a glimpse of what is required for a health care organization to "clinically integrate." Clinical integration is one method to reduce risk under the antitrust laws. Some of the details of the advisory opinion are discussed and analyzed by provider integration attorney John Fisher.
New Dialysis Risks: Pete Maughan on the Recall of Dialysis Drugs GranuFlo® and NaturaLyte®
A lot of questions have been raised following the recent developments concerning Fresenius Medical Care and their dialysis treatment products GranuFlo® and NaturaLyte® after a memo was leaked to the FDA in which Fresenius warned doctors about the potentially dangerous side effects of its products. To help clarify, Pete Maughan, a Chief Medical Liaison at LegalHelp.org, has laid out the facts of the case and brings us up-to-date on the latest developments.
Overview: Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice Claims
If you have a valid medical malpractice claim, act now before the time limit. Call an Elyria medical malpractice attorney about statutes of limitations. Medical malpractice occurs from negligence caused by medical professionals and/or staff. It can refer to botched surgeries, unnecessary medical procedures, improper administration of medication, disability, impairment or even death.
Dangerous Drugs During Pregnancy: Injuries and Illnesses
Common prescriptions can be dangerous drugs for your unborn child during pregnancy. Almost all pregnant women know to stay away from illegal drugs while pregnant because of the risk for birth defects in their unborn children, but what about prescription drugs? If they are relatively safe for you to use when you're not pregnant, shouldn't they be safe when you are pregnant? Unfortunately, the answer is no.
Alternative to Assisted Living Facility
The idea of being uprooted and moving into an assisted living community is not an especially pleasant one for many senior citizens. People become attached to their homes and this can be particularly true of elders who may have stored so many memories within these friendly confines.
Planning for Medical Emergencies
Planning for a medical emergency is one of the most important things you can do for you and your family. After all, life is unpredictable and even healthy people can suddenly become ill. Add to that the possibility of an accident or unexpected disability and you see how you could suddenly find yourself incapacitated, unable to make decisions about your life and your property.
Your Former Spouse and Social Security Benefits
Did you know an ex-spouse can receive Social Security benefits on your record? A lot of people are not aware of this rule. However, there are some conditions that must be met before an ex-spouse can do this. In order for your ex to collect benefits based on your record, the following conditions have to be met.
Arthritis Warning Signs You Need to Know
Arthritis can strike at any time, though it most typically affects people over the age of 60. There are many forms of arthritis, and while there aren't cures for this condition, there are effective treatments that are best begun at the early stages of the disease. If you notice any of these common arthritis warning signs or symptoms, you should make an appointment to meet with your doctor so you can be evaluated for possible arthritis.
Do Damage Cap Laws Pass Constitutional Muster?
Nearly 30 states currently limit the amount of damages that can be received in a medical malpractice lawsuit, according to the American Medical Association. States with damage caps vary wildly in their limitations and the types of damages that are limited. For instance, California limits non-compensatory damages at $250,000, while Nebraska limits total damages at $1.75 million.
Fosamax: Cure or Cause
One fact is that women are five times more likely to get osteoporosis than men. Physicians know there is no way to stop osteoporosis or to cure osteoporosis. Physicians do know that their patients can slow down this process by taking enough calcium, vitamin D, exercising, not smoking and limiting alcohol intake to no more than one glass per day.
San Francisco Defective Products Attorneys Protect the Rights of Those Injured by Faulty Products
San Francisco defective products attorneys know that by law, manufacturers and designers of products are responsible for ensuring those products are safe when used properly by consumers. However, each year thousands of people are injured due to defective or malfunctioning products, or those that are inadequately labeled.
Can Obesity Be Considered a Disability for Social Security Claims?
If properly documented by a physician, obesity can be the basis or contributing factor in a disability finding. For obesity to factor in, it must be determined that it represents a "severe impairment" either by itself or with other medical impairments. Obesity will be deemed a severe impairment if it significantly limits an individual's ability to do basic work activities.
Identity Thieves, Scam Artists Often Target Elders
There are things that can be done to protect your assets during the latter stages of your life from a legal perspective, and you should discuss your options with a good Oklahoma City elder law attorney. At the same time, each individual must take personal responsibility to protect your assets and yourself. Awareness is key, and one growing problem that seniors must protect themselves against is elder financial abuse.
Elderly Depression - What to Look Out For
For elderly Americans, depression often goes undiagnosed and untreated because many people do not recognize the symptoms. Elderly people are prone to develop depression for a variety of reasons. Anything from chronic back pain to the loss of independence caused by medical conditions can lead to depression or make depression more serious.
Federal Medicaid Fraud Audit Program Has Negative Returns
A recent report from a government watchdog group shows that a federal Medicaid audit program designed to curtail some of the $60 billion a year lost to Medicaid fraud has actually cost more money than it saved.
Elderly Parents May End Up Costing Children
With many baby boomers reaching retirement age every day, proper financial planning is becoming increasingly more important. But for many boomers, proper financial planning may involve being able to cover the expenses of an elderly parent. Though many people do not realize it, about 30 states have filial responsibility laws. These laws require the adult children of indigent elderly parents to pay for their care if the parents cannot.
Understanding Social Security and Its Future
Most of us have heard all the dire warnings about the future of the Social Security retirement program. Some analysts tell us that the program will cease to exist within just a few short years. Others tell us that beneficiaries are certain to see reductions in benefit checks while still others tell us not to worry--a solution is just around the corner.
Medi-Cal Eligibility: Expert Guidance is Essential
Many people are surprised to hear that Medicare will not pay for residence in an assisted living community or a nursing home. This is a pretty bad news because simply writing a check would be painful at best, and impossible at worst.
Illinois Court on Proving Liability for Medical Malpractice
Oftentimes, physicians are employed by more than one medical institution. This can make it difficult establish liability for negligent treatment in medical malpractice cases, since it is sometimes difficult to prove which hospitals employed a physician for the purposes of the negligent conduct at issue.
3 Financial Questions about Life-Threatening Illnesses
An article in Forbes recently highlighted some of the important financial issues that those who have been diagnosed with a serious or life-threatening condition should consider. Though financial questions may be the last thing you want to think of if you are facing this situation, ignoring these issues won't make them go away. If you face them now, your family and loved ones may have an easier time of it later on.
Misbranding Depakote
A recent headline announced that Abbott Laboratories must pay over $1.6 million for misbranding the prescription drug Depakote. The total included a criminal fine and civil settlements with the states and federal government. In addition, Abbott has agreed to pay 45 states in order to resolve liability under state consumer-protection laws. Acting Associate Attorney General Tony West stated that Abbott put "profits ahead of patients."
Equity in Apportioning Blame: Market Share Liability, Explained
Market share liability is a unique concept in the United States and is only applicable if and only if the product is fungible. It was first applied in the landmark case of Sindell vs. Abbott Laboratories where the victims developed cancers from the defendant's DES, an active ingredient used to prevent miscarriages.
Hospital Malpractice and Doctor Malpractice
Examples of medical malpractice caused by doctors or hospitals include medication errors, surgical mistakes, misdiagnosis, ordering the wrong tests, misinterpreting the results of a test, misinterpreting a patient's medical chart or misreading equipment monitoring a patient.
Audits Targeting Medicaid Abuse Fall Short
A recent report issued by the Government Accountability Office, the nonpartisan research arm of Congress found that a federal program designed to combat Medicaid fraud has resulted in cost greater than the amount of fraud the program identified.
Financial Moves for the Terminally Ill
A recent article in Forbes points out that the terminally ill face several financial and estate planning questions that, though not often spoken about, are very important. If you've been diagnosed with a terminal illness, it's important to speak to an estate planning attorney as soon as possible so you can begin addressing key concerns that will not only affect you, but also your family.
Qualifying for Medicaid without Committing Medicaid Fraud
For many senior citizens, the cost of medical care and services is a big concern. Often, healthcare plans that were in effect while working are no longer available or are financially out of reach. Many elderly Americans turn to the Medicaid program for assistance. Qualifying for the program can be difficult for an individual who has even minimum assets.
Government Medicaid Audits Cost 5 Times What They Recover
In 2008, the federal government launched a Medicaid audit program designed to curtail the estimated $60 billion a year that Medicaid loses to fraudulent claims and overpayments. Since its inception, the program has performed about 1,550 audits, resulting in the identification of about $20 million worth of Medicaid overpayments and fraud.
Popular Medicaid Myths
The idea of having to move into an assisted living community or nursing home environment is not appealing to a great many people. However, it's estimated that about 43% of everyone age 65 and over will use a nursing home at some point in their lives. Paying for nursing home care is often very difficult, and these expenses are not covered under Medicare.
Fraud Continues to Plague Medicaid System
Medicaid, the joint state and federal health insurance program designed to provide health care to the poor, needy, disabled, and elderly, loses billions of dollars in losses every year. Soon, that number may soon increase when the Affordable Care Act expands Medicaid coverage to millions more Americans. Of the $400 billion spent on Medicaid last year, it's estimated that about 8% of it was lost to fraud and abuse.
Are Home Births Dangerous?
There is conflicting evidence about the safety of home births versus the risks. What cannot be denied however is that there is an increasing trend of delivering at home. Something that started off as a pseudo-hippie trend is now being followed by fashionable mothers, who seem to subscribe to the belief that delivering a baby at home is safer, more spiritual and can actually help them become better mothers.
Successful Hospital Fall Prevention Strategies
A strong reporting initiative that encouraged hospitals to report the number of fall accidents that occurred in their facilities is being credited with an improvement in hospital fall accident rates in Pennsylvania. Experts now recommend that the strategies be employed in other hospitals across the country in order to see similar progress.
Surgical Site Infections Add to Hospitalization Costs
Patients who develop a surgical site infection are more likely to be re-hospitalized, adding millions of dollars every year to American health care costs. According to the results of a recent analysis, preventing surgical site infections could save the US healthcare system approximately $65 million every year.
Z-Pak Linked to Sudden Heart Attacks
The antibiotic Zithromax (Z-Pak) has been linked to sudden Heart Attacks. The law firm of Rudolph F.X. Migliore, P.C. is investigating cases of Zithromax Heart Attack. Azithromycin (Zithromax or Z-Pak) is an antibiotic in the macrolide drug class commonly prescribed to those with sinus infection, bronchitis or pneumonia.
New Study Confirms Actos Bladder Cancer Link
The diabetes drug Actos has been linked to Bladder Cancer. Litigation is now underway as a new study confirms the actos bladder cancer link. Pioglitazone (Actos) is an antidiabetic agent in the thiazolidinedione drug class. The British Medical Journal published an article May 31, 2012, stating that pioglitazone has been found to be associated with an increased risk of bladder cancer development according to a case-control study.
Canada Warns its Citizens of Actos Bladder Cancer Risks
The diabetes drug Actos has been linked to Bladder Cancer. Litigation is now underway and Canada recently warned it's citizens of this risk. As more and more patients are reporting the development of bladder cancer, Canada adds themselves to the list of nations that are warning their citizens of the severe risks of using Actos for a long period of time.
Infuse Bone Graft Dangers
The Infuse Bone Graft by Medtronic has been used off-label and been associated with major side effects. Can you imagine how it would feel to have to fight for every breath? How would you feel if swallowing became so difficult and there was no relief in sight? This is the fate of thousands of patients who suffer side-effects after surgical implantation of a Medtronic Infuse Bone Graft placed in the cervical spine.
As More Boomers Retire, Retirement Homes Scramble to Change[1]
The generation that grew up in the postwar economic boom is bringing with it new expectations as it enters retirement at a rate of 10,000 people per day. Just as they drove change in American society as they took leadership roles in business, academia, technology and government. Baby boomers are changing the way retirement communities and senior living centers serve the needs of elderly Americans.
Fraudulent Medicaid Claims Decreasing, but Still a Problem
As states across the country continue to struggle with solving their Medicaid funding problem, fraudulent Medicaid claims continue to plague the system. Last year alone, the federal government lost about $22 billion of Medicaid funds because of fraudulent claims. Because Medicaid is a jointly funded federal and state program, state losses are also thought to be significant.
When is Medicaid Planning Actually Fraud?
If you have heard claims such as "protect your estate assets and still qualify for Medicaid" and wondered about the legality of the claims, you are smart to do so. Although it is possible to legally protect many of your assets and still qualify for the Medicaid program, it must be done carefully, and with the help of an experienced elder law attorney, in order to prevent Medicaid fraud.
OPM Disability: How Can I be Sure that my "Physician's Statement" Contains Everything I Need for OPM Approval?
If you've already begun the process of applying for CSRS or FERS disability retirement benefits, then you're probably intimately familiar with Standard Form 3112, "Documentation in Support of Disability Retirement Application." For those who aren't, there's a section in the application called "Physician's Statement," which must be completed by your doctor.


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The 24 fighters competing on Saturday's Fight Night Portland fight card weighed in on Friday at the PT Oregon Convention Center in Portland, Ore.
Two fighters missed the mark, one by 5.5 pounds,
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Spigraph International Group has finalised its acquisition of 100% of the shares in Dicom International group, based in Kriens, Switzerland.
Already leaders in their respective markets of document capture and processing technology, Dicom and Spigraph are bringing together their extensive networks, which cover more than 20 countries through more than 6,000 resellers. The merger gives rise to the biggest Value Added Distributor (VAD) in the EMEA document capture market.
Daniel Chautard, Chairman of Spigraph International, commented, "Together, we make the perfect team to help businesses deal with the challenges of constantly evolving technologies. More than ever, companies need a partner that can assist them with the capture and management of information -- whether it is paper or web-based, or involves mobility or cloud services. Our mission is to offer top quality products, technical expertise and advice. We are committed to working with our customers from the beginning through to implementation, with a focus on achieving ROI."
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In an audiobook that challenges everything you thought you knew, W. Chan Kim and Renee Mauborgne assert that tomorrow's leading companies will succeed, not by battling their rivals for market share in the bloody "red ocean" of a shrinking profit pool, but by creating "blue oceans" of untapped new market spaces ripe for growth.
Based on a study of 150 strategic moves, spanning more than 100 years and 30 industries, they provide a systematic approach that every company can use to render rivals obsolete and unleash new demand:
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"Theirs is not the typical business management book's vague call to action; it is a precise, actionable plan for changing the way companies do business with one resounding piece of advice: swim for open waters." (Publishers Weekly)
"Largely overwhelmingly obvious stuff"
Largely overwhelmingly obvious stuff with a few great insights. Pretty good read for a business book. Excellent narration.
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The audiobook repeats itself. It ends on chapter 6 or 7 on the audio and the appendix start. After that it repeats the same chapters.
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It's outside of the box thinking and taking the direction that makes your own market is a strategy that has value.
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Great concept and it seems apparent looking at it after reading the book. Looking at market strategy as blue water, clear, fun and wide open as compared to a red ocean which is shark infested, bloody from competition is compelling.
I hate to be the dissenting voice, but I had a hard time finishing this book. I think the ideas are sound. I like the concepts and the business relations to those marketing concepts are fantastic. The book itself was poorly edited. I found it to be very repetitive. It read like the chapters 7, 8 and 9 were added for no purpose but to make the book longer. I guess that the publisher felt the book wasn't worth the price based on content, so the pumped up the volume of material.
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this book, while focuses on blue oceans in a business setting, can be applied to almost any aspect of one's life. it gives a lot of interesting ideas on how one can think outside the box. really good "read"
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Highly recommended, non only in the first part dealing with the formulation of a BOS, but also in the second part, which deals with the execution of a disruptive strategy
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I would listen to this again. Blue Ocean Strategy encourages thinking outside the box when approaching business problems. Required reading!!
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This is a slang term used to describe the small town of Keizer,Oregon who be keepin it real.
Ima throw it down in K-town
This is what goes down in K-town nigga
This is what goes down in K-town nigga
ayon kay Co jizz ika-19 ng Setyembre, 2005
Slang for Kinnelon NJ, a rich white suburbian mountain town filled with spoiled brats and asshole adults.
Also stands for pretty much for all towns starting with K
Also stands for pretty much for all towns starting with K
"Yo im from K-Town"
"You're a little bitch yo"
"You're a little bitch yo"
ayon kay rob ika-21 ng Nobyembre, 2004
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I wanna go to ktown florida mom.
ayon kay rivasa ika-23 ng Setyembre, 2006
A small town in northern New Jersey, full of rich douche' bags, with a car for every season, and a diluted perspective of the outside world.To experience the stuck up bitches of high society and the want to be thug minors of high society one must travel to the northern most tip of new jersey(k-town): there they will find the notorious white g;s
The weed is sticky but not brown.
k-town the other side of the train tracks.
The notorius white gangsta's native land is kinnelon.
k-town the other side of the train tracks.
The notorius white gangsta's native land is kinnelon.
ayon kay Bowls ika-08 ng Nobyembre, 2005
You guys have got it alllllll wrong. K-TOWN is for K A U K A U N A ....which is in Wisconsin. you really don't know what you are talking about. K-town is for Kaukauna... and that's that.
K-town is Kaukauna.
no explanation needed.
no explanation needed.
ayon kay Jamie* ika-22 ng Hunyo, 2005
Slang for the town of Kerman, California; home of the Lions.
Get down in K-Town.
ayon kay K-lizzle ika-30 ng Abril, 2006
Kennesaw Ga , woodstock where all da g's stay at
yo i was chillin up n k town the otha day with my boyz.
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Andrew J. Bacevich: How America Screws Its SoldiersRoundup: Historians' Take
Andrew J. Bacevich is professor of history and international relations at Boston University.
Riders on Boston subways and trolleys are accustomed to seeing placards that advertise research being conducted at the city's many teaching hospitals. One that recently caught my eye, announcing an experimental "behavioral treatment," posed this question to potential subjects: "Are you in the U.S. military or a veteran disturbed by terrible things you have experienced?"
Just below the question, someone had scrawled this riposte in blue ink: "Thank God for these Men and Women. USA all the way."...
From the perspective of the American people, the principal attribute of this relationship is that it entails no real obligations or responsibilities. Face it: It costs us nothing yet enables us to feel good about ourselves. In an unmerited act of self-forgiveness, we thereby expunge the sin of the Vietnam era when opposition to an unpopular war found at least some Americans venting their unhappiness on the soldiers sent to fight it. The homeward-bound G.I. spat upon by spoiled and impudent student activists may be an urban legend, but the fiction persists and has long since trumped reality.
Today such egregious misbehavior has become unimaginable. Even if the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq are not especially popular or successful, no one blames the troops. Instead we cheer them, pray for them, and let them go to the front of the line when passing through airport security. And we take considerable satisfaction in doing so....
Americans once believed war to be a great evil. Whenever possible, war was to be avoided. When circumstances made war unavoidable, Americans wanted peace swiftly restored.
Present-day Americans, few of them directly affected by events in Iraq or Afghanistan, find war tolerable. They accept it. Since 9/11, war has become normalcy. Peace has become an entirely theoretical construct. A report of G.I.s getting shot at, maimed, or killed is no longer something the average American gets exercised about. Rest assured that no such reports will interfere with plans for the long weekend that Memorial Day makes possible....
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- Free full breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking
Main amenities
- 78 smoke-free guestrooms
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- Air conditioning
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- Free self parking
Residence Inn by Marriott Vacaville, Vacaville
Hotel Info: 020 3027 9803from £131
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- Check-in time 3 PM-midnight
- Check-out time is noon
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- Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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- Pets allowed *
- Free WiFi in public areas
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- Free self parking
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- Smoke-free property
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- Free full breakfast
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Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
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Excellent 4.0 /5 from 82 reviews
I had booked a 2 bedroom suite but on the day of my arrival, I was told that the room isn't available because of water damage. I was disappointed but the staff was able to put my family in 2 separate 1 bedroom suites, adjacent from each other. I appreciated the gesture. Every staff member that I encountered at this hotel was very friendly. I've stayed in a Residence Inn at other locations around 5 times but this was by far the oldest looking place. Everything in the room looked old, including the furniture, carpet, the curtains... Despite the room being outdated, it was clean and comfortable.
The rooms were large and the staff friendly. Carpet was really warn in our room, which was only downside.
A friend and I stayed just for one night but it was wonderful! the room was spotless and the hotel very clean! the staff was friendly and gave us directions to a restaurant we could go to. good location for where we had to be! I would stay here again!
Check in was supposed to be 3 pm but our room wasn't ready until 5 pm. Upon entry to the hotel lobby, it wreaked like a skunk died in there. Our room was cleaned the next day. Overall, the worst hotel experience I've had
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Grandma's Chicken 'n' Dumpling Soup RecipeRead Reviews Be the first to add a review
- 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up
- 2-1/4 quarts cold water
- 5 chicken bouillon cubes
- 6 whole peppercorns
- 3 whole cloves
- 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
- 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
- 1-1/2 cups chopped carrots
- 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped peeled potatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 3/4 to 1 cup milk
- Snipped fresh parsley, optional
- Place the chicken, water, bouillon, peppercorns and cloves in a stockpot. Cover and bring to a boil; skim foam. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 45-60 minutes or until chicken is tender. Strain broth; return to stockpot.
- Remove chicken and set aside until cool enough to handle. Remove meat from bones; discard bones and skin and cut chicken into chunks. Cool broth and skim off fat.
- Return chicken to stockpot with soups, vegetables and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. Uncover; increase heat to a gentle boil. Discard bay leaf.
- For dumplings, combine dry ingredients in a medium bowl. Stir in egg, butter and enough milk to make a moist stiff batter. Drop by teaspoonfuls into soup. Cover and cook without lifting the lid for 18-20 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley if desired. Yield: 12 servings (3 quarts).
Full-Bodied White Wine
Enjoy this recipe with a full-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay or Viognier.
Reviews for Grandma's Chicken 'n' Dumpling Soup
"Awesome, awesome, awesome!!! This soup was delicious. I made it for a soup supper at church. I started it on the stove the day before and then placed in the fridge overnight. The next day I reheated and placed in a huge crock pot. I made the dumplings about two hours before I left so they could steam in the crock pot and sprinkled parsley before I left for the supper. Everyone loved it and raved about the dumplings! Way to go Grandma!"
"My family loves this soup; it's so delicious that my vegetable-hating hubby even happily ate it & took leftovers in his lunch the next day! Not sure why people had problems with the dumplings. Don't over-mix the batter. Love the addition of the whole peppercorns & cloves. A very unique soup for cold winter evenings."
"We enjoyed eating the Soup!"
"I will make this tonight. I read the reviews and will take them into consideration. I will definitely keep Dr. Brown 22's in mind who thought it was to salty and not use 3 billion cubes in mine. No wonder it was a tad bit salty plus I don't think I could afford that many bouillon cubes. Lol"
"I'm sorry but these dumplings are horrible.....my 7 year old says they are like mushy balls of snot....He's right tho....they fall apart and are just mushy nasty slime wads.....I agree with another review....worst dumplings ever....."
"Worst dumpling recipe ever!"
"This was amazing! My grandma used to make chicken N Dumplings so I've been wanting to make them for years but just never got around to it, so glad I found this recipe! The ONLY thing I changed was I used low sodium chicken broth in place of the water & boullion and I didn't have peppercorns or cloves so I improvised and used (unmeasured) dry oregano, thyme and sage in the broth to boil the chicken - tasted great! I didn't' think this was too salty at all but again I used low sodium broth and I didn't add any seasoned salt (just an extra bay leaf). In reading some of the reviews, I thought the dumplings were perfect....they shouldn't take over the flavor of the soup - ooops I forgot to add the parsley on top of them, may try that next time. Even my 4 yr old gobbled this up. If you have leftovers you may want to add at least another cup of broth as it gets soaked up. I just added some water and it still tasted good. I will DEFINATELY make this again and again!!! :o]"
"This recipe is good enough. I ended up substituting spinach for the peas and used 3 billion cubes rather than 5--the recipe calls for a lot of salt, waaaayyy too much salt.I loved the actual broth and soup, the dumplings however need some help. I've never hard dumplings like that. I'll be looking for a different dumpling recipe the next time I make this dish."
"I'm rating this only on the dumplings. My dumplings were also made with a rice milk instead of dairy, and they were super light. I didn't care for the soup recipe. Two ingredients I don't care to use, bouillon cubes & canned soups. Anyway, I had a baked chicken that I simmered and when done, just strained off the broth, picked the meat off the bones, then made soup with that and added some celery and onion and carrot and garlic, simmered the dumplings on that and it was real good. No need to put processed things in your homemade soup."


text: MainStoriesYouth activated in Special Olympics Albania Youth activated in Special Olympics Albania Eva Zace | Mar 25, 2014 | Europe Eurasia: Albania Young people from Sinan Tafaj and Sami Frasheri mainstream schools joined Special Olympics Albania athletes for their first inclusive experience on 20-21 March 2014 in Tirana. Thanks to support from the Mattel Children's Foundation and organized by Special Olympics Albania, youth with and without intellectual disabilities participated in discussions and activities to develop leadership skills young people will need to be agents of change in their schools. In April, they will come together again for their first Unified Sports experience. Representatives of Special Olympics Kosovo under UNSCR 1244/99 and Special Olympics FYR Macedonia also participated. Participation of the FYR Macedonian coach was supported by a Christmas Record Grant. About Me:I am a National Administrator in Special Olympics Albania. Read More Stories From shy and isolated, to confident leaderGenevieve JiangBefore Punsara Dissanayake joined Special Olympics Serendib, she was reluctant to attend school as she feared being bullied.Medical help gave her winning edgeGenevieve JiangJohn Lucas: From Introvert to Spokesman in BrazilCaroline ChevatA Special Olympics athlete took part in the signing of an agreement between Special Olympics and the International Volleyball Federation.Special Olympics Saved my Life!Marquis Antwan GarnerJuan Atilio: Overcoming prejudiceLeilani GonzalezMaking a Difference in India and NepalDavid HircockThank You, Special Olympics LouisianaJude and Paula BernardAgreement in Italy Will Boost Inclusion and RespectMaureen RabbittBelgium Athlete Addresses Experts at European ForumMartha Jo BraycichMy Coaches Were There For MeCarla SimonBond Between Student and Coach Transforms Life of Special Olympics Swimmer at YMCACarolyn GessnerDo You Have A Story to Share?Share Your Story More Stories


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Police said the doctor thought the package contained a birthday present but inside the cardboard box was 36 pounds of pot wrapped in cellophane.
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Ear Nose and Throat infection
Q: Hello. I am having some trouble with an illness and need some advice on what to do next. I am not a fan of my doctors office as they are all pill pushers (and cant change venue due to insurance restrictions) so I am trying to avoid having to go unless its necessary. I have what seems to be strep throat (white splotches on swollen tonsils- only on tonsils), and have been treating it with over the counter meds. Recently my lower back has started to hurt in the kidney area and am not sure if they are related. Also, I have coughed up a little blood in my phlegm (twice so far in last week but not much), and I popped my right ear, which started to bleed (again not much, but painful aches). I am sure these are all connected to my illness, but am looking to see if there are any at home remedies to help this. If it is recommended that I see my physician, I will. I just dont want to be put on meds that I dont need. My mother is a nurse, so please dont think I hate doctors. Im just not fond of the lack of care that my doctor seems to have. So far, I have tried sudafed sore throat, lozenges, and chamomile tea to help relieve the throat pain, but nothing is working. Thanks for your time and help!
I understand how concerned you are about your symptoms. After reading carefully your description of the syndrome, in my opinion, I agree with you that your sore throat might be related to your ear symptoms and possibly to your lower back pain.
The medications that you are taking are just symptomatic and would not take care of the bacterial Infection that you apparently have, White pots on the back of your throat, phlegm, swollen tonsils and pain when swallow are very characteristic of a bacterial throat infection.
The throat is connected to the middle ear and the infection could have progressed to your ears. I would definitely suggest you to consult your physician immediately to rule out a possible bacterial infection and start the right antibiotics as soon as possible. Usually azythromycin or erythromycin would cover all the most common pathogens. I wish you a prompt recovery.
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NEW YORK — Back-to-school shopping list: jeans, pleated skort, argyle vest, rep-tie belt, notebooks, lip gloss and shaving cream.
Beauty retailers are riding on the coattails of the fashion industry this year, hoping shoppers will buy cosmetics and toiletries along with school supplies. "There's not a lot of newness in beauty, but there is in fashion. So beauty marketers are linking with apparel," explained Wendy Liebmann, president of WSL Strategic Retail.
Mass marketers plan on a robust back-to-school selling season, and beauty suppliers hope that will include impulse cosmetics purchases.
Back-to-school spending is second only to Christmas. According to the National Retail Federation, sales are expected to top the $40 billion mark this year. A study from NRF found that families plan to spend an average of $483 this year for children in grade school and high school, up 7 percent from $450 last year.
With all of the customer traffic in stores, merchants want to tempt shoppers with impulse beauty buys. Many are erecting b-t-s displays featuring beauty items.
Kohl's is using the sales period to introduce its new everGirl collection, which includes beauty products from Townley. The advertisements show personalities of the four types of girls the collection appeals to and appropriate beauty products. For example, the character identified as a "dreamer," an aspiring rock star, has a lip gloss packaged in a guitar shape.
EverGirl is promoted on Nickelodeon, and its message is apparently reaching the audience. "I was planning on taking my daughter to Bloomingdale's for back-to-school clothes," said a Long Island mother. "She asked that we go to Kohl's instead because they have everGirl."
Another popular marketer for young girls, Delia's, features advertisements for products such as Skintimate shaving cream and Stridex acne medication in its b-t-s mailer. Skintimate is featured in fashion layouts as a way to achieve silky legs to complement fashionable short skirts.
Target also tied in beauty necessities with b-t-s shopping in its ad. Products including Biore, Almay Nearly Naked and Suave hair care items are positioned next to backpacks and calculators. At Eckerd, coupons are featured in the school ad for $2.00 off Revlon cosmetics and for a buy one, get one free deal on all L'Oréal face products.
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Longs Drug Stores is taking a different tactic. Rather than associate beauty with school needs, the chain is extending a beauty name into general merchandise. The drugstore chain is expanding its popular exclusive beauty line Yakity Yak into stationery, backpacks and binders. The new items will bear the same logo as the cosmetics. Yakity Yak cosmetics was created by CRL Marketing and is aimed at consumers 13 to 25 years old. Longs has the proprietary rights to the name west of the Rockies. In back-to-school ads, Longs is offering a free Yakity Yak product with the purchase of stationery items.
According to Jesse Lawrence, president of CRL, Yakity Yak has provided Longs with an exclusive brand with strong turns — at least three times the normal turns in most stores — and high gross margins. The products are merchandised on an illuminated display that helps to differentiate Yakity Yak from other brands, he said. Lawrence is also working with other companies to expand the name into related products, such as cosmetics bags.
At Longs, CRL is offering its first gift-with-purchase promotion. Along with the sale of a beauty product, shoppers can get a hard plastic container called a Stash box. The boxes are also available for purchase at $1.99. "We're really trying to offer unique items that build loyalty to our retail partners," said Lawrence.
Other retailers outside of Longs' trading area are picking up Yakity Yak. Sally Yanke, director of cosmetics for Medic Drug in Cleveland, is among those impressed with the line. "The fixture allows for the product color to show through, and it isn't loaded with inventory," she said.
Back-to-school sales could serve as a harbinger of what is to come for the holiday season. A strong sales push could portend a much needed robust Christmas.


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Why a Clinton Win Would Be a Boon to the GOP
If Trump loses, GOP insiders resume power in a party that's in a good position to win the next two critical elections. If he wins, all bets are off.By Ed Kilgore
If Trump loses, GOP insiders resume power in a party that's in a good position to win the next two critical elections. If he wins, all bets are off.By Ed Kilgore
Few people of any political persuasion can imagine the horrors of the president being an atheist.By Jaime Fuller
Russ Schriefer redeemed himself and Jim Messina tarnished his record.By Reid Cherlin
Even though some high-profile female candidates got elected.By Ann Friedman
The economy is doing better and growing faster than it was in 2012. But that is not translating into gains at the polls for Democrats.By Annie Lowrey
He's also super pissed about the outcry.By Katie Zavadski
Voters have stopped caring. Candidates have stopped promising. Welcome to the Seinfeld midterms.By Annie Lowrey
It's the only issue Republicans have in the midterms.By Frank Rich
Or at least, that's how Republicans see it.By Margaret Hartmann
The proposal calls for cuts in domestic and military spending, curbing Social Security benefits, and increasing the payroll tax.By Nitasha Tiku
Tag, you're it.By Nitasha Tiku
The net is about to get very biased.By Nitasha Tiku
It's morning in America, again.By Nitasha Tiku
But "no person or party has a monopoly on wisdom."By Chris Rovzar
This might not be a good thing.By Chris Rovzar
No need for all those complicated algorithms.
Could Lisa Murkowski follow in Strom Thurmond's footsteps?By Nitasha Tiku
Like 'Point Break,' without the beautiful people or Red Hot Chili Peppers.
A timely new Tumblr.By Nitasha Tiku
Some TV pundits see the appearance as an early start to Team Obama's 2012 campaign.By Dorsey Shaw