Medical News

Recently, 50 people around the United States have contracted breathing illnesses that are likely linked to e-cigarettes and other vaping products. Patients have likened their illness that is believed to be caused by vaping, to a heart attack or flu...

Vaping and e-cigarette markets are booming. With attractive flavors and small size that is easy to hide from teachers and parents, kids are buying a popular e-cigarette about the size of a USB drive-JUUL. Research shows that cigarette smoking is...

The FDA has issued a warning to parents regarding common teething remedies for babies. Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs and teething jewelry may seem like good options, but they can lead to serious injury or even death. Teething Bracelets, Necklaces and Other...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USDA) posted a press release recently regarding the dangers of synthetic cannabinoids, such as synthetic marijuana known most commonly as “Spice” and “K2.” Many of these products have been contaminated with brodifacoum which is...

Active and just-retired firefighters in the Boston area are being diagnosed with cancer in astounding numbers. The cancer rate among firefighters is twice the rate of the general population in the area. Currently, a 41-year-old Boston firefighter named Glenn Preston...

Throughout the month of November, we will be sharing a series of posts to create awareness for lung cancer. Today we want to discuss what some of the common causes are and who exactly is at risk of developing lung...