October 26, 2022: Dr. Diana Zuckerman testified at the FDA Advisory Meeting on Wound Dressings. She pointed out that data on safety and effectiveness is lacking for these products even though they have been used for decades. Thousands of adverse event reports to FDA indicate contamination and problems with sterile packaging. FDA should classify them as Class III and require clinical trials and inspections.
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A Special Report: Can Breast Implants Cause Chronic Disease?
HealthCentral, October 25, 2022: This excellent review from HealthCentral.com quotes breast implant patients, NCHR and other experts responding to new FDA warnings and troubling research. We explain the research evidence of risks of breast implant illness and lymphoma and point out the misleading denials of risk by plastic surgeons.
Read More »Comments of National Center for Health Research Regarding the USPSTF Draft Evidence Review: Screening for Depression and Suicide in Adults
October 17, 2022: We are concerned screening for asymptomatic depression and suicide has more risks than benefits. Further research is needed to find methods that accurately identify at-risk patients.
Read More »Comments of National Center for Health Research The USPSTF Draft Evidence Review: Screening for Anxiety in Adults
October 17, 2022: We are concerned the USPSTF recommended anxiety screening does not have enough supporting evidence, and the resulting treatments come with serious risks.
Read More »Liver Cancer: What is it and how to prevent it
This article explains the signs and symptoms of liver cancer and the steps you can take to prevent it. The best way to prevent it is to be tested for Hepatitis C, get vaccinated for Hepatitis B, and if diagnosed with either, get treated. Reducing smoking and alcohol consumption also helps prevent liver cancer.
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