we learned from the mesh problems, we have learned from the breast implants, we have learned from essure device that if you put materials in the body for a long time, we need more information with long follow—ups on what it does to the body, and to be honest, we don't know. and for those who've suffered, more information could have changed everything. it's been really hard. notjust physically, but mentally. ifeel my children have missed out on a lot and it makes me feel guilty because if i hadn't had essure, then i wouldn't be where i am now. life would be very different for me and my children. a charity that works to combat poverty is urging the government to offer renters more protection over the winter.