Gastric Lap-Bands: What You Need to Know
Commonly known as “Lap-Band surgery,” because of the brand name of the most popular version, gastric band surgery peaked in 2008 and has plummeted ever since. In 2008, there were about 35,000 of these...
View ArticleBreast Implants and Cancer of the Immune System (ALCL): A History of Who Knew...
Experts now agree that breast implants can cause a type of cancer of the immune system. The FDA finally admitted this risk of cancer in 2017, but other experts – including plastic surgeons — were...
View ArticleCancer of the Immune System (ALCL) and Breast Implants: Plastic Surgeons...
In 2015, plastic surgeons who have been well known for defending the safety of breast implants published a study of 173 women with cancer of the immune system caused by breast implants.[1] The study...
View ArticleTalcum Powder and Ovarian Cancer
A growing body of evidence suggests that using talc in the genital area can increase a woman’s chances of developing ovarian cancer. And the more years she uses talc, the more likely she is to develop...
View ArticleShould I Get the Flu Shot?
It’s that time of year again — time to get your flu shot! Everyone aged 6 months or over and without any restrictive health conditions is encouraged to get the vaccine every year.[1] Flu season...
View ArticleShould You Consider a Birth Control Patch?
When choosing a method of birth control, most women want what is the most effective and convenient. Women who want “hormonal” birth control can choose a pill, patch, injection, or vaginal ring. Using...
View ArticleWhat You Need to Know About the Flu
Fall is flu season, but it may not be obvious how bad the season will be until November or even later. Sometimes the patterns will be similar to the past season, but not always. The Centers for...
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Agent Orange and Serious Diseases including Multiple Myeloma
It has taken many years to determine how Agent Orange exposure during the Vietnam War has harmed the health of those who were exposed. One of the reasons is that it can take decades for cancer to...
View ArticleHealth Insurance: It’s Open Enrollment Season – Now What?
If you don’t have health insurance, or want a new plan, you can use the Obamacare Health Insurance Marketplace to get coverage. If your employer doesn’t provide affordable health insurance, the prices...
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Are Processed Meats More Dangerous than Other Red Meats?
You have probably heard it many times already: don’t eat too much red meat or processed foods. But research shows processed red meats, like bacon, hot dogs, and salami are the biggest problem. Here’s...
View ArticleDoctors Say No to Orajel and Benzocaine for Teething – What Parents Should Know
When babies start to get teeth, it can be painful–and no parent wants to see their baby suffer! But teething gels have risks as well as benefits. Many parents reach for Orajel or Baby Orajel, which...
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Too Much Caffeine in Your Drink?
Caffeine is naturally found in chocolate, coffee, and tea. In moderation, caffeine does not pose a health risk. In fact, a Johns Hopkins’ study found that one or two cups of coffee (about 200 mg of...
View ArticleDoes Gun Control Really Work?
Guns are a part of U.S. culture. From hunting rifles to gun collections, many Americans own guns. However, public opinion polls show that 85% of gun owners and non-gun owners support gun control laws...
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NCHR Testimony at the FDA about New Spine Device, Barricaid Anular Closure
Thank you for the opportunity to speak today on behalf of the National Center for Health Research. I am Dr. Danielle Shapiro, I am a physician and senior fellow. Our research center scrutinizes...
View ArticleFootball and Brain Injuries: What You Need to Know
The dangers of professional football is a hot topic. Studies have found high rates of concussions, traumatic brain injuries, and a serious brain disorder called chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)...
View ArticleNCHR and WomenHeart Comments on USPSTF Draft Recommendation Statement...
We appreciate the opportunity to express our views on the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) draft recommendations and evidence review on ECG as a screening tool to prevent cardiovascular...
View ArticleNCHR Comments on USPSTF Draft Screening Recommendations for Peripheral Artery...
Thank you for the opportunity to express our views regarding the USPSTF’s evidence review and draft recommendation statement for peripheral artery disease (PAD) and cardiovascular disease (CVD)...
View ArticleNCHR Comments to USPSTF on Non-traditional Screening Methods for Heart Disease
We appreciate the opportunity to comment publicly on the U.S Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) upcoming decision to assess the possibility of adding non-traditional risk factors for...
View ArticleNCHR Comments to FDA on Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) Product Uses and...
February 15, 2018 Dockets Management Staff Food and Drug Administration 5630 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061 Rockville, MD 20852 National Center for Health Research’s Public Comment on NRT [Docket...
View ArticleTen Easy Tips to Get Your Family Eating Healthy
Does Switching to Healthier Foods Seem Like an Impossible Chore? It Doesn’t Have To Be! Change Your Habits Gradually With These 10 Simple Tips. Cut out trans fats. These fats are the worst for you,...
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