Drugs and Devices

NBC Nightly News: For first time in 50 years, FDA considering testing for asbestos in cosmetics

By NWHN Staff | Jan 28, 2020 | Comments Off on NBC Nightly News: For first time in 50 years, FDA considering testing for asbestos in cosmetics

The NWHN’s M. Isabelle Chaudry is featured in an NBC Nightly News clip giving a statement in a public meeting at the FDA on testing for asbestos in talc.

Do Medical Devices Negatively Affect More Women Than Man?

By NWHN Staff | Aug 8, 2018 | Comments Off on Do Medical Devices Negatively Affect More Women Than Man?

When it comes to clinical trials of new drugs and medical devices, all too often, it’s still a man’s world. For decades, most biomedical research focused on men, including research on medical devices intended for both men and women.

Why Do Doctors Still Use Terbutaline to Delay Preterm Labor Despite Its Major Health Risks?

By NWHN Staff | Apr 26, 2018 | Comments Off on Why Do Doctors Still Use Terbutaline to Delay Preterm Labor Despite Its Major Health Risks?

Terbutaline is a medication used to delay preterm labor. It is in a class of drugs called betamimetics, which help prevent and slow contractions of the uterus.

Soaring Prescription Drug Costs: Why the Price Just Isn’t Right

By NWHN Staff | Dec 7, 2017 | Comments Off on Soaring Prescription Drug Costs: Why the Price Just Isn’t Right

Given the divisiveness of our current political climate, it sometimes seems like Americans simply cannot agree on anything. Reducing costs of prescription drug prices may be the exception!

FDA Approvals: On a Fast-Track to Disaster

By Caila Brander | Sep 14, 2017 | Comments Off on FDA Approvals: On a Fast-Track to Disaster

Most of us want to be confident when we start a newly prescribed treatment that the medication we take will improve the ailment we seek to treat. We believe that our drugs have been tested and proven effective. We assume that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) verifies that any drug that hits the market is safe…

Generic vs. Brand Name Prescription Drugs

By Ali Tweedt | Jul 13, 2017 | Comments Off on Generic vs. Brand Name Prescription Drugs

What’s the difference between generic and brand-name prescription drugs?

The NWHN Responds to Confirmation of Scott Gottlieb to Head the FDA

By Shaniqua Seth | May 10, 2017 | Comments Off on The NWHN Responds to Confirmation of Scott Gottlieb to Head the FDA

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact Shaniqua Seth at sseth@nwhn.org or (301) 965-0097

NWHN in Action – January/February 2017

By Sarah Christopherson | Jan 10, 2017 | Comments Off on NWHN in Action – January/February 2017

What is the NWHN doing to fight for women’s rights? Read on to find out.

I Want to Stop Anastrozole, BUT!

By Shaniqua Seth | Dec 12, 2016 | Comments Off on I Want to Stop Anastrozole, BUT!

“My oncologist prescribed Anastrozole and I’ve been taking it since July 2016. My arthritis has flared up since. What are the side effects associated with using this drug?” Anastrozole has become popular for the treatment and prevention of breast cancer.…

FDA Meeting – Off-Label Use of Medical Products

By Sarah Christopherson | Nov 9, 2016 | Comments Off on FDA Meeting – Off-Label Use of Medical Products

Testimony Delivered at the FDA Public Meeting on Manufacturer Communications Regarding Unapproved Uses of Approved or Cleared Medical Products