Justices question alleged inconsistencies in the FDA approval process. The Supreme Court heard arguments this week on the regulation of flavored e-cigarettes, reviewing allegations that the Food and…
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FDA Investigates “Forever Chemicals” in Seafood
Officials looking into the public health ramifications of PFAS contamination. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) opened an investigation last month into the impact of per- and polyfluoroalkyl…
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FDA Recalls Umary Hyaluronic Acid Supplements Sold through Amazon
One lot number was found to be contaminated with over-the-counter drugs. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued a recall on Umary-branded hyaluronic acid supplements, warning that…
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FDA Moves to Eliminate Oral Phenylephrine from OTC Nasal Decongestants
Review finds oral phenylephrine ineffective, leading to a proposal for market removal. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently proposed removing oral phenylephrine from over-the-counter (OTC) products…
Read MoreFederal Agencies Seize Millions of Illegal E-Cigarette Products
FDA and CBP cooperate in the operation to prevent illicit products entering U.S. marketplace. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the seizure of three million units of…
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FDA Updates E. coli Advisory, Focus on Onion Supplier
Taco Bell, Burger King, Pizza Hut, and KFC also pull potentially contaminated onions from their menus after McDonald’s outbreak. The Food and Drug Administration has updated its E.…
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Efforts Underway to Restore IV Fluid Supply in Hurricane Disruption of NC Facility
Federal agencies and Baxter International collaborate to boost IV fluid availability following severe storm damage. Hurricane Helene caused damage to Baxter International’s North Cove facility in North Carolina,…
Read MoreFDA Approves New Hemophilia Treatment Hympavzi
Novel therapy targets blood-clotting proteins to prevent bleeding episodes. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Hympavzi (marstacimab) as a novel treatment for hemophilia. The drug…
Read MoreFDA Approves New Schizophrenia Treatment with a Breakthrough Mechanism
Cobenfy offers an alternative that addresses symptoms of schizophrenia with a different approach. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved Cobenfy (xanomeline and trospium chloride) for…
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FDA Reports Decline in Youth E-Cigarette Use
High schoolers, in particular, are vaping less. A survey conducted by the Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows a decrease in…
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