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WORLD2026-06-0115:30:14 UTC

Disability Advocates React as FDA Fails to Enforce Electric Shock Device Ban

Editorial Staff · 1 min read

The FDA has not met a self-imposed deadline to prohibit the use of electrical shock devices on people with intellectual disabilities, raising concerns among disability advocates.

This decision has prompted calls for action, as many believe these devices pose significant risks to vulnerable populations.

Advocates continue to voice their disappointment, emphasizing the need for stronger protections for individuals with disabilities.