What is the Depo-Provera Class Action Investigation about?
Shine Lawyers is investigating whether Depo-Provera, a female contraception injection manufactured by Pfizer, is linked to the diagnoses of a meningioma tumour, a type of tumour that affects the tissue surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
Can I express my interest in the Depo-Provera Class Action Investigation?
You can express your interest in the class action investigation if you have been injected with Depo-Provera contraception.
How can I express my interest in the Depo-Provera Class Action Investigation
To express your interest on a confidential, no-cost, no-obligation basis, please click the button below and fill out the form.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are meningioma tumours?
What are meningioma tumours?
Meningiomas are intracranial tumours that develop in the membranes (known as meninges) surrounding the brain. They can also develop in the layers of membranes that cover the spinal cord. They are typically benign but when they grow, the brain and other structures in the skull can be adversely impacted – with serious and potentially lethal consequences.
What are the common symptoms of meningioma?
What are the common symptoms of meningioma?
Meningioma symptoms can develop gradually and may not be immediately noticeable.
Common signs include:
Headaches (particularly in the morning)
Changes in vision (blurring or double vision)
Hearing loss or tinnitus (ringing in ears)
Memory problems
Loss of smell
Seizures
Weakness in arms or legs
Speech difficulties
Shine Lawyers cannot provide you with medical advice, and if you have concerns about your individual circumstances, please discuss them with your doctor.
Is Depo-Provera still on the market?
Is Depo-Provera still on the market?
Yes. Depo-Provera is still in market and has been available since 1992. For more information, read this recent Guardian Article on Hormone Medication and Brain Tumour Risk.
Meet the Depo-Provera Class Action Investigation Team
Shine Lawyers’ Depo-Provera Class Action Investigation team includes some of the firm’s most experienced litigators, solicitors and support staff. You can learn more about the team running this class action by clicking on their profile below.
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