You’re not alone if you’ve never heard of “Alternative Summary Reporting.” It’s been around for decades, and the FDA has decided to finally end what many considered to be a reckless, even dangerous practice that has allowed medical device manufacturers to hide malfunctions of their devices from the public. The FDA has specific requirements for … [Read more...]
Textured Breast Implants and Immune System Cancer
Textured breast implants have been linked to an increased risk of developing a cancer of the immune system called breast implant associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA ALCL). Although it is a highly treatable form of lymphoma, it can be difficult to diagnose because it is a rare form of cancer with symptoms that mimic other breast problems. … [Read more...]
Cancer-stricken Women Demand FDA Ban Breast Implants that Made Them Ill
The FDA came under fire March 25 from women demanding that certain “cancer-causing breast implants” be banned. Breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma, known as BIA-ALCL, was the topic at a two-day hearing where the women pressed an FDA advisory panel to recommend more long-term research, bans or restrictions on certain products, … [Read more...]
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