Discussion Forum 7

Stanford University medical researchers conducted a study on the correlation between the use of fertility drugs and ovarian cancer.  Their study, published in the American Journal of Epidemiology, concludes that the use of the fertility drugs, Pergonal and Serophene, may increase the risk of ovarian cancer by three times.  The lead author of the studies, Professor Alice Whittemore, stated, “Our finding in regard to fertility drugs is by no means certain.  It is based on very small numbers and is really very tenuous.”

​FDA Commissioner David Kessler would like the infertility drug manufacturers to disclose the study findings and offer a warning on the drug packages.  He notes, “Even though the epidemiology study is still preliminary, women have a right to know what is known.  We’re not looking to make more of this than there is.”

​If you were a manufacturer of one of the drugs, would you voluntarily disclose the study information? Why or why not?

Use at least two (2) academically reviewed journal articles as research for your response fully discuss this question.

Initial response

Post your primary response to the Module 7 discussion question(s)  This posting should be at least 250 words.   Your primary posting can end with a “tag-line” or a related question of your own.

Secondary responses

Respond to at least 2 other students postings for the Module 7 discussion forum . Your secondary postings can either answer another student’s question, or comment on their post based on your research.  In addition, please ensure that you answer additional questions from other students.