Hello everyone, Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) is advising our members that
Allergan has today issued a worldwide recall for its textured tissue
expanders and breast implants.
This mea...
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Sounds like the knee prosthesis saga a while ago where some people's bodies went black and some people had to have their legs amputated. This was all because the company apparently outsourced the prosthesis and a non-medical grade metal was used .... what the ?????
When will these companies be held responsible for the issue before they become a further health risk ?
Don't they keep records of where the bits go and why can't they take proactive action to alert recipients earlier rather than later so damage to human life is reduced ?
Soooo over these chemical and medical companies.
When will these companies be held responsible for the issue before they become a further health risk ?
Don't they keep records of where the bits go and why can't they take proactive action to alert recipients earlier rather than later so damage to human life is reduced ?
Soooo over these chemical and medical companies.
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