Breast Implant Regulation

Consumer advocates spoke to reporters about the safety of silicone breast implants and call for improved approval processes by the Food and … read more

Consumer advocates spoke to reporters about the safety of silicone breast implants and call for improved approval processes by the Food and Drug Administration. They called for a congressional investigation into the process and postponement of any final safety decision until after a complete examination of records relating to a criminal investigation into manufacturers had been conducted. Following their presentation, the advocates responded to questions and comments from the reporters. Then, Sybil Goldrich, a breast cancer survivor, spoke briefly. close

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  • Martha Burk Chair National Council of Women's Organizations
  • Kim Gandy President National Organization for Women
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Breast Implant Regulation

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Program ID:
188398-1
Category:
News Conference
Format:
News Conference
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Aug 09, 2005 | 10:03am EDT | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Aug 14, 2005 | 6:06am EDT | C-SPAN 1

Airing Details

  • Aug 09, 2005 | 10:03am EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Aug 09, 2005 | 4:44pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Aug 10, 2005 | 3:48am EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Aug 13, 2005 | 2:21pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Aug 14, 2005 | 6:06am EDT | C-SPAN 1
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