The agency is urging companies to correct manufacturing processes to prevent contamination. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sent warning letters to three infant formula companies, telling them…
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USDA Investment of $12.5M Fuels Tech Innovation in Agriculture
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture director says small businesses play a key role in food and agriculture innovation. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced an…
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FDA Approves Tyruko for Multiple Sclerosis and Crohn’s Disease Treatment
Medication offers options to those who have relapsing forms of the disease. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized Tyruko (natalizumab-sztn), the first biosimilar to Tysabri…
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FDA Announces New Program to Support the U.S. Food Supply
The Human Foods program will combine the agency’s food safety teams. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that James Jones will be the first deputy commissioner for…
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FDA Advisors Recommend Blood Pressure Surgery Device
A 12-member panel voted unanimously to approve the item’s safety. A panel of advisors for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) formally recommended the use of a surgically…
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Appeals Court Rules to Limit Access to Abortion Drug
Mifepristone was not ordered to be removed from the market, and the case goes to Supreme Court. The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the Food and…
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The agency is taking action under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently released preliminary guidelines for cosmetic companies for the…
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FDA and DEA Address Stimulant Medicine Shortage
Agency heads request an increase from manufacturers and for healthcare providers to slow demand. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are taking steps…
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FDA Approves 2nd Opioid Reversal Drug for Over-The-Counter Use
The nasal spray will be available prescription-free by next year. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved the opioid overdose reversal drug RiVive for over-the-counter sale, making…
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FDA Approves Gene Therapy for Hemophilia A
Severe cases of the bleeding disorder can be life-threatening. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval for Roctavian, gene therapy for adults with severe hemophilia…
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