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(1 comments) SHARE Thursday, November 26, 2009 FDA, mercury not affected by Obama's 'change'
Obama promised change, such as higher ethical standards and a reduction in human mercury exposure. But at FDA, coziness with industry has resulted in the sabotaging of Obama's plans. Contrary to the President's campaign promises, FDA's new Commissioner, a product of the revolving door, and her deputy approve the continued use of mercury amalgam -- even for children and pregnant women --despite the risks of neurological harm.