Washington Post, January 12, 2026: NCHR is quoted in article about supporters and skeptics about longevity research and resulting products being sold, promoted, and supported by RFK’s HHS but not necessarily approved by FDA.
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NCHR Letter to Montgomery County About the Dangers of Artificial Turf
December 8, 2025: NCHR letter from constituent Diana Zuckerman to Montgomery County Maryland Executive and Council explains the many ways that artificial turf is dangerous for our children and our community. Well-maintained natural grass is better, less expensive, and ADA-compliant.
Read More »Tampon Safety
Old Internet rumors never die. Is it true that tampons are dangerous due to asbestos, dioxin, and rayon? Tampon safety has improved but toxic shock and other possible risks remain. Here’s what you need to know.
Read More »Testimony of Dr. Diana Zuckerman at the FDA Circulatory System Devices Advisory Panel Meeting on V-Wave Ventura Shunt
December 3, 2025: Diana Zuckerman urges FDA Advisory Devices Panel to require more research on Ventura shunt to make sure it is more effective than sham control placebo group. She points out the well-designed study did not meet primary endpoint to improve cardiac results for patients.
Read More »Top drug regulator Richard Pazdur set to leave the FDA
STAT reports Pazdur sudden FDA retirement as CDER head as we agree with industry in questioning if FDA can function as a scientific and public health agency when it can’t keep dedicated staff amid controversial decisions on vaccines and other medical products.
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