Governor DeSantis VETOED SB 230

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If we don't make this change, other people who don't have your extensive training, will be treating your patients,
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Old News, But a Reminder

WARNING LETTER from FDA to Hevert Pharmaceuticals LLC USAMARCS-CMS 594842 — JUNE 11, 2020
This letter is to advise you that the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has reviewed your product labeling for your injectable products “Arnica,” “Calmvalera comp.,” “Gelsemium comp.,” “Hepar comp.,” and “Lymphaden comp.,” including your products’ labels and your website at hevert.com, from which these products can be ordered. Based on our review, these injectable products are unapproved new drugs under section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act), 21 U.S.C. 355. Introducing or delivering these products for introduction into interstate commerce violates section 301 of the FD&C Act, 21 U.S.C. 331.

On Nov 4, the CDC updated its

Clinical Practice Guidelines for Prescribing Opioids for Pain
It is notable that acupuncture is recommended over 40 times, more than any other therapy

FLORIDA BREAKING NEWS

Step 1: Find your House Reps HERE (use Tallahassee Office)

Also contact:
- Rep. Charles Clemons, Sr. (Chair Healthcare Sub) Click Here
- Rep. Dr. Ralph Massullo (HB 583 Sponsor) Click Here

Tell them: House Bill 583 needs to include an amendment for Acupuncture Physicians
Remember we are asking for their help and support.
Stay Calm. Be Polite.
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Step 2: Find Your Senator HERE (use Tallahassee Office)

Also contact:
- Sen. Kathleen Passidomo (Sen. President) Click Here
- Sen. Gayle Harrell (SB 230 – Sponsor) Click Here

Tell them: Senate Bill 230 needs to include an amendment for Acupuncture Physicians

Step 3: After you have taken action, let us know, send a text to 941-404-3484

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- #SaveAcupuncturePhysicianTitle - I talked with Representative (or Senator) _________ today about how bill 230 needs to include an amendment for Acupuncture Physicians.

Florida is trying to eliminate Acupuncturists’ professional titles that include “physician” and “doctor.”

If you fail to act now, these titles will be LOST forever!
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