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FDA Clamps Down on Unapproved Stem Cell Therapies

09-May-2018

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FDA seeking court orders to stop two stem cell clinics.

Clinics extract stem cells from fat removed from patients’ bellies.

Then injected back it into other parts the body to repair damage.

Three patients lost their sight after treatment in 2015.

Consumers should check up on clinics before receiving treatment.

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Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Ensuring safety of drugs, medical supplies and food which is used daily.

Mark Berman

Stem cell clinic doctor and cosmetic surgeon

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