Vanderbilt Television News Archive

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REPORTER: Max Robinson

(NYC) [FDA (Food and Drug Administration) spokesperson Dr. Stuart NIGHTINGALE, Veterans Administration hospital spokesperson Dr. Victor HERBERT - criticize "miracle drugs."] Health industry, especially miracle drugs, examined; FDA's monitoring of drugs mentioned. Exception to the rule, Gerovital, examined. [Gerovital manufacturer Marvin KRATTER - says public has proven effectiveness of the drug.] [Hans SCHETSELAAR - claims Gerovital cured him.] Results of analysis of Gerovital's contents noted finding that it's predominantly procaine. [Rocky Mt. drug center spokesperson Dr. Chris CONNER and Dr. Dennis SAWYER - say it's mostly anesthetic with no benefit.] Danger inherent in clinics and treatments offered in clinics such as that run by Dr. Luis Carrillo in Mexico discussed; results of analysis of drugs Carrillo administers outlined. [SAWYER - notes results of long-term steroid therapy.] Gene McDonnell's near-death from following Carrillo's instructions cited as example [McDONNELL - comments.] Recent Justice Department victory in suit against Foodscience Laboratories, Incorporated for false advertising claims related to its manufacturer and district of Aangamik 15, also known as DMG or B-15, discussed; similar action said being taken today against Sport 15. [Foodscience spokesperson Tony STAFFIERI - claims DMG works.] Recent article on DMG noted financial by Foodscience; details given. [NIGHTINGALE - comments on problems in protecting public.] Impact of current budget cuts on FDA (Food and Drug Administration) noted.
REPORTER: Rita Sands