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Are Medical Devices Proven to Work?

Caroline Bradford — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:15:02 +0000

Think your medical devices were proven to work? You might be very surprised.

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Medical Devices Need User Fees to Improve Evidence

Caroline Bradford — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:12:01 +0000

On an FDA panel on MDUFA user fees, NCHR President Dr. Diana Zuckerman told the FDA that industry fees should support FDA staff to ensure devices are safe and effective for all patients before and after they get on the market.

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When Health Insurance Companies Cheat Us

Caroline Bradford — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:20:59 +0000

We've all heard of Health Insurance companies refusing coverage in urgent situations. But this example shows how they can also cheat people in less dramatic ways, making profits with less obvious cheating that is difficult to resolve.

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Why is the FDA approving questionable drugs?

Caroline Bradford — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:56:02 +0000

The FDA approved an expensive antidepressant Exxua, despite questionable evidence. Dr. Diana Zuckerman explains why this decision could be harmful for patients—and for all of us.

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Should you get a blood test to predict future Alzheimer’s Disease?

Caroline Bradford — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:52:20 +0000

Blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease are being promoted to people who may not need them. Before you get tested, here’s what you should know.

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Should Mammograms Start at Age 30?

Caroline Bradford — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:04:36 +0000

Watch Dr. Diana Zuckerman explain why earlier isn’t always better when it comes to breast cancer screening.

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Sunscreen 101: What You Need to Know

Caroline Bradford — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:37:11 +0000

Sun damage can start early in life and impact skin health for decades, increasing the risk of skin cancer. Learn what the evidence says about sunscreen, how it helps prevent skin cancer, how to select the appropriate SPF, proper application techniques, ingredient safety, and essential sun protection tips for babies, children, and adults.

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NCHR Written Comment on HHS National Plan To Address Alzheimer’s Disease

Caroline Bradford — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:29:43 +0000

August 14, 2026: In response to a request for public comments, NCHR urged HHS to strengthen the 'National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease' by improving research that directly informs patient care, treatment decisions, and quality of life for people living with AD/ADRD. We recommend requiring NIH to immediately analyze CMS registry data on Leqembi and Kisunla, and require the other anti-amyloid registries to make data available to HHS for NIA and NINDS to analyze the data and make it public. NCHR also called for stronger oversight of potentially deadly antipsychotic medications used for dementia patients and greater support for patients, families, and caregivers.

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Is artificial turf worth the risk?

Caroline Bradford — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:32:10 +0000

Artificial turf is replacing natural grass on school and community fields across the country. But what are we really paying for? In Episode 4 of You Can’t Make This Stuff Up, Dr. Diana Zuckerman explains why artificial turf may pose risks that many people don’t know about.

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Device firms back latest MDUFA deal, while patients want more postmarket safety

Caroline Bradford — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:35:20 +0000

MedTech Dive, August 10, 2026: MedTech Dive describes MDUFA Commitment letter for medical device user fees and public FDA meeting. The article quotes CDRH as happy with collaboration, AdvaMed (medical device industry) happy with the decisions, and Diana Zuckerman and other patient and consumer advocates wanting more evidence of safety and effectiveness for all medical devices.

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