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Florida Supermarkets Recall E.Coli Contaminated Ground Beef

Winn-Dixie and Publix supermarkets in Florida have pulled store brand ground beef from their shelves after a recall announcement due to possible E.coli contamination. South Florida’s…

By Ed Normand

/ 1 Sep 2011

Florida Hospital’s Sudden Departure of Three Surgeons May Harm Transplant Patients

Shands Healthcare at the University of Florida has suspended its liver and pancreas transplant programs after its four organ transplant surgeons suddenly departed from the hospital. The transplant…

By Ed Normand

/ 30 Aug 2011

Key Facts About Medical Malpractice and Avoidable Medical Errors

According to the Public Citizen’s Civil Justice Project Summer/Fall 2011 consumer issue, the epidemic of medical errors must be addressed. One in seventeen Medicare inpatients experience a…

By Council Wooten

/ 23 Aug 2011

Patient Suffers a Retained Object After Surgery and Pharmacy Error

Nelson Bailey experienced a nagging digestive disorder that flared up three times and caused him abdominal discomfort. A doctor examined and performed elective surgery on Bailey, and then released…

By Ed Normand

/ 18 Aug 2011

Tourist Golfer Dies In an Orlando Hospital Because of Doctor Negligence

Harold Hick’s annual golf vacation to Orlando turned into a tragedy after a trip to a local hospital. Fit and active, the golfer and tireless community volunteer, Hicks was dead at 67. Barbara…

By Ed Normand

/ 16 Aug 2011

Don't Eat That Burger!

According to the Orlando Business Journal, Publix has issued a voluntary recall of a variety of products containing ground chuck because of possible contamination with the bacteria E. Coli. Publix,…

By Ed Normand

/ 16 Aug 2011

Jet Fuel Spill Near Tampa Fixed, How Much of Environmental Damage Has Occurred?

According to Tampa Bay Online, the ruptured pipe that spilled jet fuel into Mango creek has finally been repaired. Now comes the time to ask just how much it will take to clean up spilled 31,000…

By Ed Normand

/ 4 Aug 2011

Five Ways You Can Prevent Pharmacy Errors and Medication Mix-Ups

Taking prescribed medications as directed by a doctor is important to your health and recovery. However, it can be extremely dangerous when pharmacy errors occur, and may expose you to serious…

By Ed Normand

/ 2 Aug 2011

Worker Dies at Orlando’s Magical Midway Thrill Park

An accident at the Magical Midway Thrill Park recently claimed the life of a worker after he fell while working on the I-Drive amusement ride. The accident investigation is ongoing, but early…

By Orman Kimbrough

/ 26 Jul 2011

Ten Ways the National Health Bill Will Matter: 5. Preexisting Conditions are Covered

Many Americans are questioning how the new Health Bill will affect them. Continuing in the series of Ten Ways the National Health Bill Will Matter: #5: Preexisting Conditions will be covered when…

By Ed Normand

/ 1 Apr 2010

Tired of Debt Collectors: Sue Em!

With the national unemployment rate at around 12% many Americans are getting behind in their bills. While most of us try to protect our credit, sometimes even good people get late in paying bills….

By Ed Normand

/ 30 Mar 2010

Ten Ways the National Health Bill Will Matter: 3. Extended Coverage for Adult Children

Many Americans are questioning how the new Health Bill will affect them. Continuing in the series of Ten Ways the National Health Bill Will Matter: #3: Extended Coverage for Adult Children. Under…

By Ed Normand

/ 24 Mar 2010