Blog: Shayna Slater, Anapol Weiss Partner

Shayna Slater is a leader in the Women's Health Litigation Team and the firm's Unsafe Drug & Medical Device Team. She concentrates her practice on mass torts, product liability, and other civil litigation.

Could Tumors Caused by Depo-Provera Have Been Avoided by a Safer Version Owned by Pfizer?

Oct 5, 2024

Shayna Slater, Anapol Weiss Women’s Health Ligitation Team Depo-Provera, a popular hormonal contraceptive, has been a go-to choice for many seeking birth control. Administered via injection every three months, it purported to offer convenience and effectiveness. However, there is now evidence that it also increased women’s risk of brain and spinal tumors, called meningiomas. A Safer Alternative Sadly, initial research suggests that Pfizer actually owned a safer alternative. While investigation continues, if Pfizer did, in fact, own a...

Depo-Provera and Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors (Meningiomas): What you Need to Know

Sep 17, 2024

When it comes to managing birth control, women have numerous options available to them, from oral contraceptives to long-acting methods like Depo-Provera. Depo-Provera, an injectable form of birth control, has been a popular choice due to its convenience and efficacy. However, a recent study linked Depo Provera use to an increased risk of brain and spinal tumors called meningiomas. It is estimated that 1 in 5 women have used Depo-Provera at some point which makes...

The Presence of Metals in Tampons: What You Need to Know

Sep 13, 2024

In August 2024, a study conducted by UC Berkely looked at 16 different metals in various tampon brands and product lines. This was the first study of its kind to investigate metals in tampons and unfortunately it returned some concerning results that have women on edge. The study tested for arsenic, barium, calcium, cadmium, cobalt, chromium, copper, iron, manganese, mercury, nickel, lead, selenium, strontium, vanadium and zinc. The tampons had measurable concentrations of all 16...

Navigating a Camp Lejeune Case: What You Need to Know Before Time Runs Out

Jun 28, 2024

Camp Lejeune, a United States Marine Corps base in North Carolina, has been at the center of one of the largest water contamination cases in U.S. history. For decades, thousands of Marines and their families were exposed to toxic chemicals. The consequences have been severe, with many suffering from various illnesses, including cancer and neurological disorders. If you or a loved one has been affected by the contamination at Camp Lejeune, taking legal action is a...