Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

It’s Time to #MailTheAbortionPill

By Sarah Christopherson | Jul 1, 2020 | Comments Off on It’s Time to #MailTheAbortionPill

Patients are turning to telehealth appointments and online pharmacies for routine medical care during the COVID-19 outbreak without having to leave their homes. But for most pregnant people seeking safe and effective abortion pills, the FDA has created a Byzantine set of rules that delay or block access to care.

Three Things You Should Know About Scott Gottlieb – Trump’s FDA Commissioner Nominee!

By NWHN Staff | Apr 2, 2017 | Comments Off on Three Things You Should Know About Scott Gottlieb – Trump’s FDA Commissioner Nominee!

This Wednesday, the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) will consider the nomination of Dr. Scott Gottlieb to head the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

R.E.S.P.E.C.T.: What Women Need From the New FDA Commissioner

By Cindy Pearson | Mar 15, 2017 | Comments Off on R.E.S.P.E.C.T.: What Women Need From the New FDA Commissioner

Okay, I admit it. Sometimes I try to cheer myself up by turning on some upbeat music and dancing by myself. Although I wouldn’t want anyone to see me bouncing around when I’ve cranked up the music (I’m a lousy dancer), I don’t mind people knowing that one of my favorite cheer-me-up songs is Aretha Franklin’s version of “RESPECT.”