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FDA Patient Info@FDAPatientinfo
2 Dec 2024
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Join @US_FDA for a virtual public webinar today, 11/8 from 2 pm – 3 pm ET on “Informed Consent – More than Just Another Document to Sign?” This webinar will provide patients w/ an overview on the informed consent process for clinical trials. Register here: fda.gov/news-events/fda-meet…

Informed Consent – More than Just Another Document to Sign?

This webinar will provide patients and researchers with an overview of FDA’s expectations for informed consent.

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@FDA_Drug_Info
6 Nov 2024
It’s National Family Caregivers Month! 💗 While caring for a loved one can be rewarding, it can also present unique challenges. Take advantage of FDA’s resources to support your needs: fda.gov/consumers/womens-hea… #NFCM
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FDAWomen@FDAWomen
6 Nov 2024
There are many treatment options to control high cholesterol. If you have high cholesterol, use our guide to talk with your health care provider about your options. ow.ly/TE7Z50SyOWY #WomensHealth
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Join @US_FDA for a virtual public webinar this Friday, 11/8 from 2 pm – 3 pm ET on “Informed Consent – More than Just Another Document to Sign?” This webinar will provide patients & researchers w/ an overview on the informed consent process. Register now: fda.gov/news-events/fda-meet…

Informed Consent – More than Just Another Document to Sign?

This webinar will provide patients and researchers with an overview of FDA’s expectations for informed consent.

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FDA Biologics@FDACBER
6 Nov 2024
What do patients and care partners want to know when considering enrolling in a #GeneTherapy clinical trial in the pre- or early-symptomatic stages of a rare disease? Join us on 12/4 for a listening meeting to hear patient and caregiver perspectives: bit.ly/4h3DB0p
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5 Nov 2024
#DYK men are more likely than women to die from chronic diseases of the heart, blood vessel, lungs, kidneys, and liver? Learn more about these trends in men’s health in this recent Catching up with Califf article: fda.gov/news-events/fda-voic… #Movember
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Are you a patient w/ a rare disease or care partner interested in discussing enrollment of children & adults in pre/early-symptomatic stages of a rare disease in gene therapy clinical trials? Request to speak at @FDACBER's 12/4 listening meeting by 11/5: bit.ly/4h3DB0p
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FDA Oncology@FDAOncology
2 Nov 2024
Looking for cancer information? Check out the FDA Oncology Center's Cancer Community Resources page! Fact sheets are available in English, Spanish, Korean, Tagalog, Vietnamese and Chinese. fda.gov/about-fda/project-co… #OCEProjectCommunity

Cancer Community Resources

Information for patients, survivors and families

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During the month of October, the summary from the Okur-Chung neurodevelopmental syndrome (OCNDS) Patient Listening Session was posted. Check out the summary from this Patient Listening session and other sessions here: fda.gov/patients/learn-about…
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FDA Oncology@FDAOncology
30 Oct 2024
Apply to become a patient representative on FDA's Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee! Scan QR code below for further information or contact FDAPatientRepProgram@fda.hhs.gov and ODAC@fda.hhs.gov #FDAODAC
FDA logo and QR code. Text: Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee (ODAC) For ODAC we look for applicants who: Have a personal or caregiving experience with cancer. Understand the issues and concerns of their respective patient communities. Are able to discuss needs and preferences of their communities in a public forum. Have some knowledge of available treatments and therapies related to their type of cancer. Understand basic scientific information. Have some experience with complex decision-making. Note: this is a paid position and candidates must complete conflict of interest screening in order to serve. Further information: FDAPatientRepProgram@fda.hhs.gov and ODAC@fda.hhs.gov

ALT FDA logo and QR code. Text: Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee (ODAC) For ODAC we look for applicants who: Have a personal or caregiving experience with cancer. Understand the issues and concerns of their respective patient communities. Are able to discuss needs and preferences of their communities in a public forum. Have some knowledge of available treatments and therapies related to their type of cancer. Understand basic scientific information. Have some experience with complex decision-making. Note: this is a paid position and candidates must complete conflict of interest screening in order to serve. Further information: FDAPatientRepProgram@fda.hhs.gov and ODAC@fda.hhs.gov
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.@US_FDA’s Expanded Access (Compassionate Use) program may provide patients, who have a serious or life-threatening disease/health condition and have run out of approved treatment options, access to an investigational treatment. Read about the program: fda.gov/news-events/expanded…
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FDA Drug Information
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29 Oct 2024
FDA announced extended use dates for some parenteral drug products, after a review of the stability data submitted by Baxter International: fda.gov/drugs/updates-2024-h… Search FDA's list of extended use dates to assist with drug shortages: fda.gov/drugs/drug-shortages…
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FDA Oncology@FDAOncology
30 Oct 2024
Looking for cancer information? Check out the FDA Oncology Center's Cancer Community Resources page! Fact sheets are available in English, Spanish, Korean, Tagalog, Vietnamese and Chinese. fda.gov/about-fda/project-co… #OCEProjectCommunity

Cancer Community Resources

Information for patients, survivors and families

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FDA Medical Devices@FDADeviceInfo
29 Oct 2024
Tomorrow, we will be hosting the Patient Engagement Advisory Committee Meeting- #PEAC2024, focusing on Patient-Centered Informed Consent in Clinical Study of FDA-Regulated Medical Products from 10 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ET. Find out more. fda.gov/media/183090/downloa…
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FDA Medical Devices@FDADeviceInfo
29 Oct 2024
Holiday celebrations are approaching. With an increase in social gatherings comes the likelihood of an increase in positive COVID-19 cases. Testing helps prevent and contain the spread of COVID-19. fda.gov/covidtestdates?utm_s…
Informational image stating 'Your At-Home COVID Tests might still be valid!' with illustrations of a COVID-19 self-test kit, a face mask, and a thermometer. Reminds to check the FDA website for extended expiration dates.

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FDA Biologics@FDACBER
28 Oct 2024
Are you a patient with a rare disease or care partner interested in discussing enrollment of children & adults in pre- & early-symptomatic stages of a rare disease in #GeneTherapy clinical trials? Request to participate at our listening meeting by 11/1: bit.ly/4h3DB0p
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FDA Oncology@FDAOncology
26 Oct 2024
Join a #ConversationsonCancer virtual event on Nov 19, 2024, hosted by the FDA & the European Medicines Agency @EMA_News, to discuss navigating the challenges of pediatric cancers. #OCEProjectCommunity 🕕 9:30 AM ET | 3:30 PM CET 💻 Register Now ⤵️ surveymonkey.com/r/5TNRXV5
Promotional banner for 'Conversations on Cancer: Pediatric Cancers - Navigating the Challenges Together,' a virtual event hosted by FDA Oncology Center of Excellence and the European Medicines Agency on November 19, 2024, 9:30-10:30 am ET / 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm CET. The banner features a collage of diverse smiling faces forming the shape of a DNA strand, with logos of FDA and EMA.

ALT Promotional banner for 'Conversations on Cancer: Pediatric Cancers - Navigating the Challenges Together,' a virtual event hosted by FDA Oncology Center of Excellence and the European Medicines Agency on November 19, 2024, 9:30-10:30 am ET / 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm CET. The banner features a collage of diverse smiling faces forming the shape of a DNA strand, with logos of FDA and EMA.
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