MSNBC, July 26, 2011. An article on problems with pelvic mesh devices highlights concerns about the FDA medical device approval process. It references a study done by Diana Zuckerman and Paul Brown of the National Research Center for Women & Families which concludes that the FDA approval process needs to be more rigorous.
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FDA: Pelvic Mesh Riskier Than Thought
The Seattle Times, July 13, 2011. NRC President Diana Zuckerman says the FDA should have required a more stringent approval process for pelvic mesh devices.
Read More »FDA Cites Risks of Implant Used to Strengthen Vaginal Tissue
Los Angeles Times, July 14, 2011. President of the National Research Center for Women & Families Diana Zuckerman expresses concern over mesh implants to strengthen vaginal tissue.
Read More »E&C Health Takes Up PDUFA: The Energy and Commerce Health
Politico Pro, June 7, 2011. Diana Zuckerman, President of the National Research Center for Women & Families worries about the anti-regulatory attitude dominating the House.
Read More »FDA Stands by Silicone Breast Implants
LA Times, June 23, 2011. Concerned over the implications of flawed data from recent studies on silicone-gel breast implants, Diana Zuckerman, president of the National Research Center for Women & Families, questions the quality of their results.
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