A federal court has ordered the Brazilian government to compensate children of mothers who took thalidomide, a drug that caused birth defects in thousands of people across the world but was withdrawn tardily in Brazil.
The Federal Regional Court of Sao Paulo issued a landmark ruling on the claim for damages filed by children of thalidomide victims born without arms or legs, or with stunted members, among other birth defects.
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Birth defects are abnormalities of function, structure or metabolism that are present since birth. Taking certain drugs during pregnancy can cause birth defects.
Birth defects are abnormalities of function, structure or metabolism that are present since birth. Taking certain drugs during pregnancy can cause birth defects.
Under the ruling, some 360 children of thalidomide victims, aged around 50, may be given compensation of up to 200,000 reais (about 100,000 dollars), 100 times what they have received thus far.
"No one is looking to get rich. What we really want is to prevent others from suffering what we did," one victim told reporters after learning of the court's decision charging the Brazilian government with negligence and irresponsibility. The ruling can be appealed.
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During pregnancy & lactation a nutritious diet, suitable exercise, adequate rest and a tranquil mind help both the mother and fetus and drugs hould be avoided.
During pregnancy & lactation a nutritious diet, suitable exercise, adequate rest and a tranquil mind help both the mother and fetus and drugs hould be avoided.
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