Tag: FDA
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FDA Crackdown on False Allergen Claims: A Double-Edged Sword for Consumers
In an intriguing move, the FDA has warned a prominent U.S. bakery not to falsely claim its products contain allergens. This directive may seem straightforward, but it unearths a convoluted issue in the world of food safety and regulation. The root of the problem lies in the FDA’s requirement for food manufacturers to list allergens…
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Navigating the Controversy: FDA Approval Battles and New Drug Regulations
In recent times, the role of the FDA in the approval process of new medications has incited fervent debate within the pharmaceutical and healthcare communities. A prominent case that has brought this to the forefront is the controversy surrounding the approval of a Sarepta drug aimed at treating Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). This debate casts…
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Il Dilemma della FDA: Tra Speranza e Scienza
La recente approvazione di un farmaco di Sarepta da parte della FDA ha riacceso un dibattito critico sulla regolamentazione dei farmaci e sull’equilibrio tra speranza e scienza. L’agenzia, attraverso il suo direttore Peter Marks, ha scelto di ignorare i pareri negativi di tre team di revisione e di due dei suoi più alti funzionari. Questa…
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L’utilisation des phtalates dans les emballages alimentaires : un danger sous-estimé pour notre santé?
L’usage des phtalates dans les emballages alimentaires et les applications en contact avec les aliments continue de générer de vives discussions et préoccupations. Bien que la FDA ait récemment rejeté une pétition visant à interdire ces substances, il est crucial de se pencher sur les divers points de vue et les évidences disponibles qui soulignent…
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Unpacking the FDA Recall of an iOS App for Insulin Pumps
The recent FDA recall of an iOS app used by over 200 insulin pump users has raised concerns about the quality and regulation of medical apps. While comments suggest that Apple’s review process and the FDA’s oversight play critical roles, the balance between software innovation and safety remains a challenging issue. Apple’s stringent App Store…