About a year ago, on January 25th, a frightening and traumatic episode changed my life forever. I was driving when it happened—out of nowhere, I experienced debilitating shakings and joint pains so severe that I couldn't manage basic daily tasks. The ordeal landed me in the hospital, where I was monitored and ultimately received physical therapy to help regain some semblance of normal life. It was not until I was prescribed desiccated thyroid extract—a natural thyroid medication from animal sources—that my condition improved and my body began to heal.

Desiccated thyroid extract hormones have been around longer than the FDA itself, providing essential relief to countless individuals who, like me, rely on these medications to maintain their health and quality of life. Despite their long history of providing safe and effective treatment, the FDA is considering action that may severely limit access to these vital medications. This threatens not just my wellbeing, but that of many others who depend on this natural solution to manage their thyroid health.

These medications aren't just critical for me—they're a lifeline for individuals across San Antonio and beyond who struggle with thyroid-related issues. Many patients find synthetic alternatives ineffective or fraught with side effects that they simply cannot bear. Desiccated thyroid extract provides a natural, body-compatible alternative allowing patients to continue living their lives with stability and dignity.

We must act now to ensure that these medications remain available to those who need them. By signing this petition, you will join me in urging regulatory bodies to recognize the importance of desiccated thyroid extracts and halt any FDA actions that threaten their availability. Stand with us to protect access to this crucial medication for all San Antonio residents and those beyond who rely on its benefits.

Please sign this petition to help safeguard our right to choose the medication that works best for us and maintain access to this vital treatment.