April 25, 2008. The FDA’s mission is to ensure that medical products are safe and effective. For LASIK, it is essential that we remember that safe alternatives are less expensive and readily available: glasses and contact lenses.
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NCHR Testimony on FDA Legislation Before the Subcommittee on Energy and Commerce
June 12, 2007. Every American relies on medical devices — whether they use band-aids, contact lenses, or pacemakers. Baby boomers increasingly rely on implanted medical devices, whether hips, heart valves, or wrinkle fillers.
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March 9, 2007. The safety of medical products, especially prescription drugs and medical devices, has become an urgent issue for Congress.
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November 16, 2006. The Enhancing Drug Safety and Innovation Act is an important effort to respond to consumers’ increasing concerns about the inadequacy of current safeguards protecting the public from unreported risks of prescription drugs.
Read More »Letter to USDA Regarding Changes to Improve Nutrition of WIC Foods
November 3, 2006. The National Research Center for Women & Families strongly supports the WIC Food Packages Proposed Rule. A healthful diet is a family responsibility, but WIC policies are essential in encouraging the best possible nutrition for low-income families, and a healthy start for young children.
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