With more research, it could offer new treatments for breast cancer, fibroids and endometriosis. But since it's an abortion drug, since it weathered a congressional investigation two years ago--and since it's in short supply--researchers have yet to test its full … [Read more...] about ‘Abortion Drug’ Awaits New Political Treatment
Archives for June 2008
Better Information for Pregnant Women
Pregnant Women to Benefit from Better Information Printer-friendly PDF (310 KB) On this page: Why FDA is Taking Action Labeling Background Look of the New Labeling What's Next? The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has taken action to give women and their … [Read more...] about Better Information for Pregnant Women
Your Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA
Reporting any adverse events (unexpected side effects) to FDA after using a medical product, or other problems with any products that the agency regulates. Printer-friendly PDF (366 KB) On this page: Tips for Reporting Quick-Reference Chart for Reporting Problems … [Read more...] about Your Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA
Merck To Text Teens About Gardasil Reminders?
Merck’s ‘3 Is Key’ Campaign Goes Viral The drugmaker is urging docs to distribute a spiffy new brochure after administering the HPV vaccine in hopes teens and women will return for their second and third shots. However, the brochure, which is part of Merck’s ‘3 Is Key’ … [Read more...] about Merck To Text Teens About Gardasil Reminders?
Too old for the pill?
As middle years near, women may need to rethink contraceptive choices If you're approaching the middle years of your life, it might be time to review your choice of contraceptives. But don't be too hasty in putting them away for good. Middle-age women and teenagers have the … [Read more...] about Too old for the pill?