For Some, Vioxx Gave Chance to Improve Life

Regarding “Jury Trial Begins in Texas Vioxx Case” (July 15): What a colossal waste of time and money.

There are no magic pills. These folks were not in good health to begin with. Vioxx gave them an opportunity to improve their quality of life at the risk of a shorter life than what they may have had without it.

To now sue the manufacturer is absurd. All medications have known and unknown side effects. Consumers want quick and easy fixes for what ails them, and when the drug manufacturers produce them, they get hit with lawsuits by consumers who expect the medical profession to play God.

Next time you pay an arm and a leg for your prescription, remember the lawsuits.

Stephany Yablow

North Hollywood