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The American Heart Association expresses its opinion about the artificial heart and related artificial cardiac devices.... Details >
Research shows that funding continues to be one of the biggest obstacles to the acquisition of assistive technology for children with disabilities (Judge, 2000). For this reason, it is important that ... Details >
This site talks about Assistive technology (AT) referred to as any item that supports a child’s ability to participate actively in his or her home, childcare program, school, or other community settin... Details >
In June 2004, the Food and Drug Administration cleared the first application for leeches (Hirudo medicinalis) to be used in modern medicine as medical devices.... Details >
Useful, easy-to-understand information about buying prescription drugs and medical products online. This Web site includes information on how to protect yourself from dangerous online practices involv... Details >
A source of information about the risks and benefits of the product is patient labeling prepared by the manufacturer and reviewed by FDA.... Details >
Improper management of discarded needles and other sharps can pose a health risk to the public and waste workers. For example, discarded needles may expose waste workers to potential needle stick inju... Details >
Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
This online consumer health advisory reports on sea-based products that are being tested and researched for medical use - drugs, biologics, and medical devices.... Details >
This internet index links to enforcement reports by release dates from 1990 to the present.... Details >
This is an index of consumer health information articles on FDA services. This list represents selected articles produced from 1990 to date.... Details >