July 21, 2017. We support many of the methodological proposals included in USPSTF’s draft research plan to study the impact of interventions to prevent and reduce tobacco and nicotine use in children and adolescents. However, the draft approach would not evaluate the effectiveness of specific types of interventions on subgroups of children and adolescents. We strongly recommend making the above changes to strengthen the utility of the research findings that USPSTF will rely on for its recommendations.
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NCHR Letter to Mayor Bowser Regarding Toxic Artificial Turf
July 19, 2017. As our mayor, I urge you to safeguard our children and athletes by requiring safer athletic fields and playgrounds. At this point, there are no synthetic materials that are proven to be as safe as natural grass.
Read More »NCHR Testimony at FDA on the Hatch-Waxman Amendments
July 18, 2017. We hope FDA will follow the Commissioner’s recommended course of action to further improve this system for the future benefit of patients and industry alike.
Read More »NCHR Comment on the USPSTF’s Draft Recommendations for Syphilis Screening in Pregnancy
July 5, 2017. In conclusion, we strongly support the USPSTF’s ongoing effort to provide screening recommendations based on current, quality scientific studies. We hope the review will cover differences in clinical practice and the diversity of populations to help the USPSTF make meaningful recommendations for syphilis screening in pregnant women.
Read More »NCHR Comments on NTP’s Crumb Rubber Research Program Update
June 29, 2017: Crumb rubber used in playgrounds and artificial turf fields contain harmful chemicals that get on children’s skin and in the air we all breathe. Experts urge better studies to understand all the health risks for children and athletes. The National Center for Health Research emphasizes the need for thorough research to ensure safety in these common play areas, because many children and adults are exposed day after day and week after week.
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