September 5, 2025, The Times-Journal (Alabama): Pets play a leading role in many people’s lives. Researchers tell us that companion animals (pets) improve human health and well-being. For example, pets can help lower blood pressure, improve heart health, have fewer sick days, and get more exercise.
Read More »News That Quotes Us & Our Work
We are often quoted in major newspapers and magazines, and on well-respected TV shows, radio programs, and websites where we share our opinion on issues that matter to you and your health. Stay up to date on health news and our take on it by reading the articles in this section.
FDA Expert Panels Lack Balance in Pursuit of ‘Gold Standard Science’
BioSpace, September 8, 2025: NCHR’s Dr. Diana Zuckerman tells BioSpace that the new FDA expert panels, such as those on SSRI’s during pregnancy and hormone therapy for menopause are more biased than FDA Advisory Committees and lack nuance about complicated data. They send a message to industry about what changes FDA wants to make.
Read More »Stakeholders at odds over FDA’s draft guidance on hernia mesh labeling
This article published by the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society provides an excellent summary of key responses to the FDA’s request for public comment on regulations for hernia mesh. It clearly shows the conflicting perspectives of the device industry and healthcare experts about patients’ need for specific information about the risks and benefits of hernia mesh.
Read More »FDA Panel Urges Caution, More Data on Dermal Filler Use in Decolletage Area
Dr. Diana Zuckerman urged the FDA to require better research and quantify risk information at the Aug 2025 FDA Advisory Panel reviewing risks of dermal fillers in decolletage area above the breast. We agreed with panel members concerns that filler could interfere with cancer diagnosis and breastfeeding, and cause a stroke. We also pointed out that this cosmetic procedure can cause pain, swelling, bruising, and lumps could last weeks or months, which will undermine any cosmetic improvement. Panel members also focused on risks of interfering with cancer diagnosis and breastfeeding
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After 10 Years, the FDA Is Still Letting Women Down
This excellent Drugwatch article explains that FDA lets women down when they approve drugs and devices for cancer and many other serious diseases, which often don’t work well on women and can be harmful. The article quotes Dr. Diana Zuckerman and other experts, and provides examples of specific medical products that you may have used or want to avoid.
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