June 2006

Liver damage warning label put on Ketek
Drug causes liver damage almost four times more often than other antibiotics.

PA Motorcycle Deaths and Injuries on the Rise
New study investigates the number of rider fatalities and injuries since the repeal of the mandatory helmet law.

Lighting fireworks can be dangerous and deadly
In 2005 alone, there were 10,800 emergency room-treated injuries associated with all fireworks.

Crash risk spurs ATV recall
Rider could lose control of the ATV and crash, posing a risk of serious injury or death.

Bicycles recalled due to fall hazard
Stem can crack allowing the handlebar to break off the bicycle.

More bikers without helmets dying in accidents
Before exercising your right not to wear a helmet, consider the facts.

Recalled Triaminic Vapor Patch may cause seizures
FDA issues consumer warning on serious effects of the vapor patches.

Pennsylvania considers hands-free cell phone law
Driver would be fined for holding a phone while driving.

Cars without side air bags fail safety tests
Side air bags can dramatically decrease your risk of injury in an accident.

ACE inhibitors cause more birth defect dangers
Study finds drugs can cause birth defects even in the first trimester of pregnancy.

Doctor's group urges waiting period for drug ads
Delay of consumer ad campaigns would give doctors more time to study the products.

New bumpers could save 1,000 lives annually
Lowered bumpers and frames will make SUVs and trucks less of a threat to cars.

Stability control systems reduce auto fatalities
Safety feature could save 10,000 lives annually.

Manufacturers of unapproved medicines get warning
Over 120 medicines contain carbinoxamine without FDA-approval.

Edgar Snyder & Partners Named 2006 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers^®
Honor awarded to the top five percent of state-wide lawyers.

Baby pacifiers recalled
Nipple can easily detach from the guard, posing a serious choking hazard to young children.