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‘I know firsthand they failed’: Parents decry lack of FDA action on infant formula safety

Por: Politico Health December 31, 2022

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When Kelly Knight gave birth to her son, Ryker, she was thrilled — and carrying the memory of the two babies she’d previously lost at nearly full term. “He was perfect,” Knight said. “It was kind of like filling that empty spot.” But when four-week-old Ryker started vomiting at home, Knight, who has three older children, immediately sensed something was wrong. A doctor told her it was probably acid reflux. A week later, she noticed... + full article



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