New Steroid medication, Meningitus Helpline Launched By Class Action Lawyer NetworkClass Action Lawyer Network has launched a steroid medication helpline for victims of the recent meningitus outbreak form a tainted batch of steroid medication distributed from by New England Compounding Pharmacy, Framingham Massachusetts.
By: Class Action Lawyer Network Oct. 14, 2012 - PRLog -- Class Action Lawyer Network has launched a steroid medication helpline for victims of the recent fungal meningitus outbreak form a tainted batch of steroid medication distributed by a compounding pharmacy out of Massachusetts. According to the medical social worker who runs the helpline" meningitus is a serious disease and people are frightened by the what they are seeing on T.V"" We are particularly concerned about Florida seniors who use steroid injections for arthritic conditions ." "A class action has been filed and people will have alot of questions".
http://www.classactionlawyernetwork.com/ The helpline can direct callers to a product liability lawyer and advise of the symptoms to watch out for. People are directed to see a local physician. This helpline will continue to update on new developments in the class action litigation that expected. According to the helpline" The menigitus outbreak is linked to tainted shipments from New England Compounding Center in Framingham, Mass. The steroid medication was recalled on Sept. 26."."The government has identified about 75 facilities in 23 states that received the recalled doses." http://www.classactionlawyernetwork.com/ Currently the helpline is reaching out to potential victims in Tennessee, Michigan, Florida, Maryland, Virginia, Idaho, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey and Ohio. To reach the helpline call 1 877 522-2123 According to the medical social worker" fungal meningitus symptoms can take time to develop and signs and symptoms of fungal meningitis may include the following: Fever Headache Stiff neck Nausea and vomiting Photophobia (sensitivity to light) Altered mental status "We are concerned about the potential implications and extended ramifications of this outbreak". Class Action Lawyer Network lawyers are ready to help all victims protect their legal rights regarding this outbreak. End
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