Doctors Divided Over Birth Control Pill Safety Hearings
Washington AP reports five days of Senate hearings show deep medical division over oral contraceptives. Witnesses cite headaches, cancer links, and blood clots while FDA moves to inform doctors and drug makers. Public fear rises as stock declines hit Searle and Syntex.
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FDA
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