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The Relationship Between the FDA and the Supplement Industry
In 1993, the New York Times reported that the Food and Drug Administration proposed regulations be set forth to guide or control the vitamin and supplement industry. At that time, the market for supplements accounted for about four billion dollars in revenue a year. The ongoing issue the FDA has with the supplement industry is twofold; one is the regulation of health claims made by supplement companies, and two is a regular, systematic review of supplements for the presence of unclaimed or illegal ingredients.
By Marshall Stevenson7 years ago in Longevity
Medicine: "Field" or "Industry?". Top Story - January 2019.
“You should get treatment,” I say, though I feel like a hypocrite since there’s no one more skeptical of the medical profession than I am.
By Leigh Victoria Phan, MS, MFA7 years ago in Longevity
Disabled People and Abusive Caregivers
Here’s another situation you able-bodied folks do not think about when it comes to disabled people stuck in an abusive situation be it a partner or family. Some people with disabilities put up with their caretaker being abusive by stealing their things. It can be hard to find a trustworthy caretaker for starters. If a family is untrustworthy, it is only because they use somebody’s disability to control them, their finances, when they leave the house, and more. Families shame their disabled children sometimes, depending on the type of disability.
By Iria Vasquez-Paez7 years ago in Longevity
Top 5 Terrifying Big Pharma Facts
Just because it was developed in a lab, doesn’t mean it’s good for you. Welcome to WatchMojo.com, and today we’ll be counting down the "Top 5 Terrifying Big Pharma Facts."
By WatchMojo7 years ago in Longevity
The Dark Side of Selling Fast Hope in Medical Devices
Over the past decade, the world has seen an explosion of new research and the invention of medical devices that offer hope to patients who had none before. Market demand is a driving force in the fast-track approval of new medical devices, but there is a dark side and now we are confronted with the question of how fast is too fast and at what cost. It is a deadly game when the device is implanted in a patient, only to discover down the road that the device was recalled.
By Philip P.8 years ago in Longevity
Winners and Losers in the Ongoing Fight Against Cancer
Science is constantly evolving and ongoing research is aimed at finding solutions for diagnosing and treating cancer. There are some notable advancements that hopefully will be put to good use in the years to come, and there are also innovative strategies which are already in place producing positive results. While no procedure or treatment is without risks or side effects, there have been situations in which the unwanted effects of certain therapeutic approaches were not fully disclosed to the patients, therefore not allowing an informed decision to be made. Even worse, in some cases, patients were presented with false or exaggerated claims regarding the potential benefits of a certain medical solution.
By Philip P.8 years ago in Longevity
Advanced Directives for Medical and Financial
Some of the treatments for cancer seem barbaric. These seemingly inhuman treatments, sometimes life-saving, hold some cancers at bay or are responsible for putting some patients in remission of their cancer.
By Carolann Sherwood8 years ago in Longevity
Health Care for the Elderly; How Reliable Are the Statistics?
Health care for the elderly, looking at the statistics. Definition of elderly is people over the age of 65, I am one of these.
By Peter Rose8 years ago in Longevity
Taking the Pseudo Out of Science
In today’s world things such as social media, celebrities, and YouTube stars who endorse Pseudo Science and alternative medical treatments have heavily influenced how some people not only view our healthcare system, but also how it influences their own approach to their treatment. This has led to the gaining momentum and popularity of things such as the anti vaccine movement and other Pseudo Scientific beliefs within today’s society and culture.
By S P8 years ago in Longevity
#Febudairy Facing Severe Criticism on Social Media
Intimidated by the success of the vegan community’s online campaign to make January the month to try Veganism, dairy farmers are trying to revive diminishing sales of cow's milk with a social media initiative of their own. New hashtags in circulation on social media to combat “Veganuary” are called “Febudairy”. The hashtag is being used by farmers sharing cute pictures of animals and appetizing images of dairy—completely misleading the public.
By Hannah E8 years ago in Longevity
Is Medical Care Making Us Sick?
I am old enough to remember when doctors made house calls. When you got to talk to your doctor about your ailments until you were satisfied. When there was a doctor on call in case your doctor was busy. The image of the kindly, old doctor was on television, in magazines and even was immortalized by Norman Rockwell. Now, that has all changed.
By Traci E. Langston8 years ago in Longevity
Bullying Society
It seems that bullying has become normal. If you think it's something that only happens in schools — think again. I don't believe kids just become bullies for no reason — it's something they pick up from their environment, namely from adults. Children are just more vulnerable to the effects of it — hence we notice it more. But look around in the so-called "grown up world". The Media is constantly bullying celebrities, because well — scandals sell better. Advertising is bullying consumers by telling them what they should look like, smell like, think like. You don't have a six pack? You're fat. You don't wear designer clothes? Your style sucks. You don't fuck a lot of girls? You're a loser. The message is loud and clear — you are not good enough as you are, not until you spend some money on our products and become desirable to all.
By Eva Smitte8 years ago in Longevity