A study in The American Journal of Gastroenterology finds that people who take proton pump inhibitor (PPI) medication once or twice daily may be at a higher risk of COVID-19 infection compared to non-users. PPIs are generally used to treat heartburn and acid reflux. These drugs are available as prescriptions or over-the-counter medication. Common over-the-counter …
In March 2020, our team at Whitley Law Firm got involved with Friends of Wake County Animal Center for Spay and Neuter Days to help with the problem of uncontrolled breeding of strays, abandoned animals, or even pets. We want to keep our four-legged friends off the streets and in people’s homes by helping control …
The team at Whitley Law Firm recognized that our community has been affected by COVID-19 and we wanted to help. Wearing a face mask is one easy way to decrease the chances of spreading the virus to others and it helps with protecting yourself. In Raleigh, everyone is required to wear a face mask. We …
Our team at Whitley Law Firm is passionate about helping our community and want to do our best to keep people safe during this pandemic. One of the best ways to ensure people’s health and decrease the spread of COVID-19 is by wearing a face mask. Research shows that wearing a mask can protect you …
A Reuters exclusive report published on June 9, 2020 reveals that three leading cosmetic brands in the United States are seeking to remove the use of talc in their products. According to the report, L’Oréal, Chanel, and Revlon are seeking to find alternatives for or remove talc from many of their products. This change comes …
New findings suggest that Elmiron, also referred to as pentosan polysulfate sodium (PPS), can negatively affect an individual’s vision. This may occur when Elmiron is taken for an extended period of time. While developments and further investigations with Elmiron are still occurring, many individuals have questions as to what Elmiron is and how it could …
The COVID-19 pandemic situation presents a time of uncertainty for us all. Although there have been efforts from the government, businesses and private citizens alike to combat the virus’s transmission, COVID-19 continues to rapidly spread from person to person. If you believe you contracted COVID-19 while working or visiting a private business, you may be …
Since the end of 2019, Ranitidine, commonly marketed as Zantac, has been subject to recall. It was revealed that Ranitidine contains trace amounts of NDMA, a potentially cancer-causing substance. The original manufacturer of Zantac, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), knew about the potential dangers of the drug since they started marketing it in the 80s and decided to …
COVID-19 presents an uncertain situation for large and small businesses alike. With government orders and a smaller customer base during the pandemic, many businesses have seen a decline in sales. Businesses nationwide have filed disputes against their insurance companies for COVID-19 compensation. Given the differences in state law, these cases offer no guarantee of similar …
At the end of last year the popular heartburn medication Zantac, or ranitidine, was recalled due to unsafe levels of N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) found in it. The drug was recalled by the FDA due to the potential public health risk it was posing. The company that originally produced the drug, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), recalled the product in …
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