FDA stands for Food and Drug Administration. While most Americans view the FDA as the country's drug enforcement arm, it does so much more and its responsibilities are wide and varied. It deals with human and animal food, drugs, medical devices, … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2013
Texas™ 83rd Legislative Session is Underway, and You Aren’t Safe
It is commonly known that when the Texas Legislature is in session, no one is safe. Texas 83rd legislative session is well underway, and that saying is as true as ever. The legislature is taking aim at Texans through laws it hopes to pass that attack … [Read more...]
AZITHROMYCIN WARNINGS GET STRONGER AFTER 19 YEARS
The FDA issued a warning on March 12, 2003 regarding the antibacterial drug, azithromycin. Also known as Zithromax or Zmax, azithromycin was approved to treat acute bacterial infections. Most commonly it is prescribed to treat acute bacterial … [Read more...]
Award Rate for Disability Is Declining
Disability Award Rates are declining: In 2000, a little over 1.3 million people applied for disability benefits. Of those 1.3 million, nearly 63% ultimately received disability benefits. Broken down by level; 41% were approved after the initial … [Read more...]