Tylenol was first introduced in 1955 by McNeil Laboratories. It was first sold as an Elixir for Children, but today, millions of people use it. But did you know about the Tylenol crisis that changed the way we consume medication today? The Tylenol murders occurred in 1982. During this time, Johnson & Johnson recalled 31 […]
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Whenever we feel unwell or experience discomfort, we go through our medicine cabinet and find the most straightforward solution; over-the-counter pills. While acetaminophen, commonly known as Tylenol, may help, its pain-relieving abilities do not cover everything. Dr. Christopher Williams conducted a study with over 1,600 individuals and concluded that acetaminophen is ineffective for treating lower
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Back in 1982 there were several deaths in Chicago. After further investigation, medical personnel were able to identify that the victims died of cyanide poisoning. But how did it happen? The common denominator of the deaths were linked to the consumption of Tylenol. Back then, medicine was just packed in the containers without a safety
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