All posts by Simmons Hanly Conroy
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | October 20, 2014
Giving Back: Simmons Hanly Conroy and the National Park Trust
Some people are aware of the nearly $20 million Simmons Hanly Conroy has donated to cancer research, as well as its support of mesothelioma organizations like the Meso Applied Research Foundation. But… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | October 18, 2014
6 Lipitor Side Effects You May Not Be Aware Of
Like many pharmaceutical drugs, Lipitor can cause problems as serious as those it is solving. Lipitor is prescribed to lower ‘bad’ (LDL) cholesterol and triglycerides as well as to raise ‘good’ (HDL)… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | October 10, 2014
Pradaxa Manufacturer Pays $650 Million in a Comprehensive Settlement
Earlier this year, Boehringer Ingelheim, the manufacturer of Pradaxa (dabigatran), agreed to pay $650 million in a comprehensive settlement related to lawsuits issued by users of the drug. Reports of death, bleeding… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | October 8, 2014
FDA Advises Drugmakers to Conduct Further Studies on Testosterone Heart Risk
An advisory panel to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently voted 20-1 that further assessment of the health risks of testosterone therapy is needed among drugmakers. Among the panel, 16… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | October 6, 2014
Risperdal, Weight Gain and Gynecomastia: The Connection
Risperdal is currently used to treat severe psychiatric disorders despite escalating reports of unhealthy weight gain and gynecomastia. Due to the drug’s success and its lack of proper warning, though, doctors continue to… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 18, 2014
Join the ADAO Mesothelioma Warrior Virtual Team
Not everyone who supports mesothelioma awareness may be able to attend Miles for Meso on Sept. 27. The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) provides a solution to this with its ADAO Mesothelioma… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 2, 2014
5 Gynecomastia Facts You May Not Know
Gynecomastia is a condition that has been linked to the use of Risperdal among adolescent boys. It involves the enlargement of male breasts as well as the secretion of milk. Male breasts… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 29, 2014
Upcoming Mesothelioma Events You Don’t Want to Miss
Mesothelioma Awareness Day, September 26, was founded in 2004 to bring recognition to mesothelioma, the rare cancer linked with asbestos exposure. Accordingly, organizations that are dedicated to researching, treating, and curing mesothelioma… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 28, 2014
Financial Aid Expanded for Traveling Meso Patients
New Program Expands Financial Assistance for Travel Expenses of Mesothelioma Patients The Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation has increased the opportunities for travel expense reimbursement. Their Travel Grant program will now provide financial assistance… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 26, 2014
How Many Men Really Need Testosterone Replacement Therapy?
More men are turning to prescription medications such as testosterone replacement therapy to combat “low T syndrome.” In the United States, testosterone prescriptions among men have tripled since 2001. What some people… Read More
