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The novel chemical compound alpha-phthalimido glutarimide (thalidomide) was first synthesized by Ciba in 1952 but found to be ineffective in the animal models tested and was ultimately discarded. Then in 1957, the German manufacturer Chemie Grunenethal in West Germany bought the patent for the chemical, which contained the active pharmaceutical drug substance thalidomide. The initial indication of the novel medication was for use as an anticonvulsant but early studies suggested that it was not…

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is one of the oldest extensive consumer protection agencies in the U.S. federal government. This independent regulatory agency all started back in 1848 when Lewis Caleb Beck ran chemical analyses of agricultural products. However, the FDA didn 't go by it’s present name until the 1930’s. FDA launched its new regulatory functions with the passage of the 1906 Pure Food and Drugs Act. This law strictly prohibited interstate commerce in adulterated and…

The opportunity for career advancement within the Social Security Administration is what motivates me to work harder, take on more projects, and continuously study the law. It is in the agency 's best interest to have a legal assistant that goes above the call of duty and possesses the talent, legal knowledge, and competencies necessary to not only accomplish the mission but also exceed external customers ' satisfaction. Pursuing my Master 's degree is part of reaching the ultimate goal of…

There are a variety of daily habits and hobbies that college students participate in, during their schooling and off time, in order to alleviate stress and meet the demands of their college workload. Examples of these hobbies and some extracurricular activities might include; sports teams, fraternities, sororities, campus organizations or clubs, social gatherings, and even parties. The more often overlooked activities may even include alcohol and drugs. Drugs, not on the topic of cocaine, heroin…

The purpose of this paper is to examine the ethical questions related to the rights of terminally ill patients to receive experimental medications by participating in clinical trials which they were not pre-selected for entrance into the study. I will attempt to evaluate the implications from a rights and utilitarian perspective, whilst examining these issues from a multitude of different stakeholders’ perspectives. The ethical questions posed by this case were ultimately brought in front of…

used, but then again, who can actually understand this medical terminology other than those who are educated in the medical industry. It is no surprise that people are not fully educated in this medical terminology, but instead rely on the Federal Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA can be an acquaintance to this manipulation since they strive to “Protect and Promote Your Health.” Consumers will disregard their health because they put they trust in higher positions such as doctors who agreeably…

1. Please explain why you wish to pursue a career at Bloomberg I really enjoy a vibrant and fast-paced lifestyle, as well as international exposure. Through my experience at Franklin Covey talking to people and using computers as a top sales representative, I can contribute to your company by increasing client satisfaction with my knowledge in business, business analytics, computers, and languages. My time spent at Intel, Johnson and Johnson Medical, and the MBA supports me to be successful at…

wage jobs. With increased life spans, increased drug prices, and the lack of Social Security reform it is a wonder how there are still elderly Americans who can survive without extra assistance. Stephen Gross, Chief Actuary of the Social Security Administration, predicts that without major reform Social Security will be completely depleted by 2035, and senior citizens will no longer get any major aid from the U.S Government (Gross 2010, p. 111-115). Without the assistance of governmental…

Dobie, Cayley. "FCSS Looking to help out with Taxes." Lacombe Globe. N.p., 7 Mar. 2012. Web. 24 Feb. 2016. Cayley Dobie was a journalist at the Lacombe Globe at the time this article was published but has since moved back to British Columbia where she was born and raised. She is a graduate of Carleton University in Ottawa with a Bachelor of Journalism degree. Upon finishing her degree Cayley embarked on a journey outside of Canada through India, Thailand, Australia, and New Zealand for four…

The regulation of pharmaceutical drug costs should take precedence in the United States Government due to the issue that prices are becoming too unbearable for the working class and low class citizens to afford. Many families are now having to decide whether or not to continue buying into these lifesaving medicines, or use their money for other basic needs, risking their health. An issue that sparked this need for regulation was Martin Shkreli raising the price of Daraprim, which is used to…