Consumer Notice

1 month ago | consumernotice.org | Lindsay Donaldson |Christian Simmons |Emily Miller

Evidence continues to emerge that Ozempic and similar drugs may be tied to serious vision complications. Researchers at the University of Utah studied how semaglutide, found in Ozempic, and tirzepatide, used in Zepbound and Mounjaro, affect vision. They examined several patients who had vision problems after using semaglutide or tirzepatide. The researchers determined that a rapid change in blood sugar induced by these types of drugs could be the cause of the vision concerns.

Jan 22, 2025 | consumernotice.org | Christian Simmons |Emily Miller

Millions of Americans eat ultra-processed foods as a mainstay in their diets. These foods range from cereal and canned soup to prepackaged meals and chips. But mounting research suggests that ultra-processed foods may come with a serious cost. A study published in The BMJ linked ultra-processed foods to more than 30 different adverse health conditions. The research suggested that these foods, which include additives like fat and salt, are tied to cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and more.

Jan 10, 2025 | consumernotice.org | Christian Simmons |Emily Miller

Depo-Provera lawsuits are set for a milestone-heavy 2025 following litigation involving the drug from the second half of last year. New cases continue to be filed over claims that users of the contraceptive injection are at a significantly increased risk of developing benign tumors. These tumors may require surgery to remove and can cause serious adverse health effects. As the number of filed lawsuits grows, a key step in the litigation is quickly approaching.

Dec 10, 2024 | consumernotice.org | Christian Simmons |Emily Miller

The judge overseeing the latest Roundup case has declared a mistrial over comments made by the defendant’s representatives. This continues the trend of wide-ranging results among Roundup lawsuits. According to Law.com, an attorney representing Monsanto referenced a previous alcohol-related criminal charge against the plaintiff during cross-examination. The judge said that the comment constituted serious misconduct. Last Friday, the plaintiff’s representatives filed a motion for a mistrial.

Dec 10, 2024 | consumernotice.org | Christian Simmons |Emily Miller

Researchers have uncovered new health concerns tied to a widely used herbicide in the United States. A study published in the Journal of Neuroinflammation this week suggests that exposure to glyphosate – the active ingredient in Roundup – can have serious adverse health effects on the human brain. “Our results are the first to demonstrate that despite an extended recovery period, exposure to glyphosate elicits long-lasting pathological consequences,” the study stated.