Category Archives: The Cures Act and Patient Safety

Advocates and opposition of the 21st Century Cures Act alike waited with bated breath throughout December to learn if President Obama would approve the act into a law before the New Year, and as of December 15 he did. This massive piece of legislation will have far reaching impacts on numerous components of medical research, [Read More]

The Cures Act, formerly called the 21st Century Cures Act, passed the US House of Representatives on July 10, 2015.  Presently, the legislation is winding its way through the Senate.   Its supporters tout the bill as a patient’s best friend, in that it will allow for speedy passage of new “breakthrough” drugs and medical devices. [Read More]