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I’m a bit stirred up over the decision against Merck today. My Dad was taking Vioxx when he died — and, less than a year later, all of the information came out that said people with heart issues should not be on that drug.

Yes, he had high blood pressure, was obese, had diabetes, had a double-bypass, the whole nine yards. I know that. I know that he could have gone at any time — heart attack, stroke, etc. My mother decided not to do an autopsy, so I don’t have an absolute cause of death. But I have to wonder. There’s no way for me not to wonder… He died in his sleep, just like the husband of the woman who won in court today.

My gut, honestly? Dad would have been with us for at least a little while longer if he hadn’t been taking the Vioxx. He may have been on the edge of a heart attack, but I think that’s what pushed him over. It’s been almost five years since he died, and I miss him every day.

I’m glad Carol Ernst won today.