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fromFast Company
17 hours ago

Over 67,000 cases of popular deodorant recalled nationwide

The recall includes three separate products: the Power Stick For Her Roll-On Antiperspirant Deodorant, Power Stick Invisible Protection Roll-On Antiperspirant Deodorant, and Power Stick Original Nourishing Invisible Protection Roll-On Antiperspirant Deodorant.
Public health
#health-policy
Alternative medicine
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Attorneys general ask FDA to lift restrictions on abortion drug mifepristone

The FDA should eliminate outdated restrictions on mifepristone, as it is safe and effective according to petitioners, including several state attorneys general.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

RFK Jr. says COVID vaccines no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women

COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women, according to U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
SF food
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Kennedy has ordered a review of baby formula. Here's what you should know

The U.S. is reevaluating infant formula safety and nutrition for the first time since 1998.
NYC parents
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

FDA Has Changed Covid Vaccine Policy, Some Fear Decreased Access & Uptake

The FDA is narrowing its recommendations for seasonal COVID-19 vaccinations, focusing on seniors and high-risk individuals.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Four Democrat-led states ask FDA to remove abortion pill restrictions

Democratic attorneys general are urging the FDA to ease restrictions on mifepristone to improve access to abortion medication.
Alternative medicine
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Attorneys general ask FDA to lift restrictions on abortion drug mifepristone

The FDA should eliminate outdated restrictions on mifepristone, as it is safe and effective according to petitioners, including several state attorneys general.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

RFK Jr. says COVID vaccines no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women

COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women, according to U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
SF food
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Kennedy has ordered a review of baby formula. Here's what you should know

The U.S. is reevaluating infant formula safety and nutrition for the first time since 1998.
NYC parents
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

FDA Has Changed Covid Vaccine Policy, Some Fear Decreased Access & Uptake

The FDA is narrowing its recommendations for seasonal COVID-19 vaccinations, focusing on seniors and high-risk individuals.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Four Democrat-led states ask FDA to remove abortion pill restrictions

Democratic attorneys general are urging the FDA to ease restrictions on mifepristone to improve access to abortion medication.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Juul can continue selling tobacco, menthol e-cigarettes, FDA says

Juul e-cigarettes are now authorized for market, providing relief after a significant struggle, with studies indicating lower harm for adult smokers switching to vaping.
Juventus
fromFortune
4 days ago

RFK Jr. wants to approve psychedelics like LSD and ecstasy for people with depression and other conditions within 12 months

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. emphasized that the therapeutic use of psychedelics presents tremendous advantages when administered within proper clinical settings, and efforts are underway to facilitate this within 12 months.
US politics
#food-safety
SF food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

California company recalling several ready-to-eat food products after listeria outbreak

A listeria outbreak linked to Fresh & Ready Foods has sickened at least 10 people, leading to hospitalizations in California and Nevada.
SF food
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

FDA may ban 'yoga mat' bread ingredient - that's already illegal in Europe

The FDA plans to review and possibly ban azodicarbonamide (ADA) due to health concerns.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

FDA will step up impromptu inspections at foreign food, medical production plants

FDA expands unannounced inspections at foreign facilities for equal regulatory oversight.
Aimed at matching scrutiny levels for foreign and domestic manufacturers.
SF food
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

FDA food inspector vacancies near 20% after Trump hiring freeze

The FDA faces significant staffing shortages in food inspection divisions, impacting its ability to ensure food safety.
NYC food
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

FDA and CDC widen investigation of salmonella-tainted cucumber products

Salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers sourced from Bedner Growers in Florida has sickened dozens and prompted recalls.
SF food
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Second recall for bread containing GLASS fragments

Bread recalled in five states due to potential glass contamination, posing health risks if consumed.
SF food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

California company recalling several ready-to-eat food products after listeria outbreak

A listeria outbreak linked to Fresh & Ready Foods has sickened at least 10 people, leading to hospitalizations in California and Nevada.
SF food
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

FDA may ban 'yoga mat' bread ingredient - that's already illegal in Europe

The FDA plans to review and possibly ban azodicarbonamide (ADA) due to health concerns.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

FDA will step up impromptu inspections at foreign food, medical production plants

FDA expands unannounced inspections at foreign facilities for equal regulatory oversight.
Aimed at matching scrutiny levels for foreign and domestic manufacturers.
SF food
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

FDA food inspector vacancies near 20% after Trump hiring freeze

The FDA faces significant staffing shortages in food inspection divisions, impacting its ability to ensure food safety.
NYC food
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

FDA and CDC widen investigation of salmonella-tainted cucumber products

Salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers sourced from Bedner Growers in Florida has sickened dozens and prompted recalls.
SF food
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Second recall for bread containing GLASS fragments

Bread recalled in five states due to potential glass contamination, posing health risks if consumed.
#covid-19
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Trump officials set new, more stringent requirements for COVID vaccines

Annual COVID-19 shots for healthy younger adults and children will no longer receive routine approval under new FDA policy.
Alternative medicine
fromNatural Health News
1 month ago

Pfizer, Moderna Must Add Stronger Warnings About Possible Heart Damage From COVID Vaccines, FDA Says

The FDA requires Pfizer and Moderna to revise COVID-19 vaccine labels to include detailed warnings about myocarditis and long-lasting heart risks.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

A stricter FDA policy for COVID vaccines could limit future access

FDA shifts COVID-19 vaccine strategy, focusing on high-risk groups and requiring additional studies for others.
New guidelines aim to restore trust in vaccines, aligning with approaches in high-income nations.
Public health
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

New Trump vaccine policy limits access to COVID shots. Here's what to know

The FDA is limiting seasonal COVID-19 vaccine approvals to seniors and high-risk individuals while awaiting more data for the general population.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Trump officials set new, more stringent requirements for COVID vaccines

Annual COVID-19 shots for healthy younger adults and children will no longer receive routine approval under new FDA policy.
Alternative medicine
fromNatural Health News
1 month ago

Pfizer, Moderna Must Add Stronger Warnings About Possible Heart Damage From COVID Vaccines, FDA Says

The FDA requires Pfizer and Moderna to revise COVID-19 vaccine labels to include detailed warnings about myocarditis and long-lasting heart risks.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

A stricter FDA policy for COVID vaccines could limit future access

FDA shifts COVID-19 vaccine strategy, focusing on high-risk groups and requiring additional studies for others.
New guidelines aim to restore trust in vaccines, aligning with approaches in high-income nations.
Public health
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

New Trump vaccine policy limits access to COVID shots. Here's what to know

The FDA is limiting seasonal COVID-19 vaccine approvals to seniors and high-risk individuals while awaiting more data for the general population.
#health-risks
US news
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

HHS chief RFK Jr. says he's ordered a 'complete review' of chemical abortion pill

Health Secretary RFK Jr. ordered a review of the mifepristone abortion pill citing alarming safety concerns.
US news
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

HHS chief RFK Jr. says he's ordered a 'complete review' of chemical abortion pill

Health Secretary RFK Jr. ordered a review of the mifepristone abortion pill citing alarming safety concerns.
fromSecuritymagazine
3 weeks ago

FDA Urges Secure Cyber Practices for Medical Product Manufacturing

The FDA emphasizes embedding cybersecurity in medical manufacturing technologies, stressing that current equipment often lacks adequate security standards, prioritizing functionality instead.
Information security
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

Hims & Hers stock plummets after Novo Nordisk ends partnership over "knock-off" Wegovy

"Hims & Hers engaged in deceptive promotion and selling of illegitimate, knockoff versions of Wegovy that put patient safety at risk."
NYC startup
#public-health
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

FDA moves to ban fluoride supplements for kids, removing a key tool for dentists

FDA plans to remove prescription fluoride supplements amid inconclusive evidence, contradicting established medical recommendations for cavity prevention.
Public health
fromFast Company
1 month ago

FDA restricts COVID-19 vaccines to older adults and high-risk groups. Here's what to know

FDA now recommends COVID-19 vaccines only for adults 65 and older or those with specific health risks, not for all age groups.
SF food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

What Makes a Food Ultraprocessed? The FDA Is About to Weigh In.

The federal government plans to define ultraprocessed foods to inform regulations and dietary guidelines.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

Vocal FDA critic to serve as agency's top vaccine regulator

Vinay Prasad is appointed as FDA's top regulator for vaccines, gene therapies, and blood supply amid rising public concerns over vaccine safety.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Critic of Covid boosters set to enact tough agenda as top US vaccines official

Vinay Prasad's appointment as US vaccines official raises concerns about stricter regulatory scrutiny of pharmaceuticals and potential impacts on public health.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

FDA moves to ban fluoride supplements for kids, removing a key tool for dentists

FDA plans to remove prescription fluoride supplements amid inconclusive evidence, contradicting established medical recommendations for cavity prevention.
Public health
fromFast Company
1 month ago

FDA restricts COVID-19 vaccines to older adults and high-risk groups. Here's what to know

FDA now recommends COVID-19 vaccines only for adults 65 and older or those with specific health risks, not for all age groups.
SF food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

What Makes a Food Ultraprocessed? The FDA Is About to Weigh In.

The federal government plans to define ultraprocessed foods to inform regulations and dietary guidelines.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

Vocal FDA critic to serve as agency's top vaccine regulator

Vinay Prasad is appointed as FDA's top regulator for vaccines, gene therapies, and blood supply amid rising public concerns over vaccine safety.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Critic of Covid boosters set to enact tough agenda as top US vaccines official

Vinay Prasad's appointment as US vaccines official raises concerns about stricter regulatory scrutiny of pharmaceuticals and potential impacts on public health.
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 months ago

OpenAI and the FDA Are Holding Talks About Using AI In Drug Evaluation

FDA is exploring AI technologies to expedite drug approval processes.
AI-assisted reviews could potentially modernize the drug approval timeline.
fromMedium
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

FDA Unveils Agency-Wide AI Tool Elsa to Accelerate Scientific Review and Operational Efficiency

fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

OpenAI and the FDA are reportedly discussing AI for drug evaluations | TechCrunch

Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 months ago

OpenAI and the FDA Are Holding Talks About Using AI In Drug Evaluation

FDA is exploring AI technologies to expedite drug approval processes.
AI-assisted reviews could potentially modernize the drug approval timeline.
Artificial intelligence
fromMedium
1 month ago

FDA Unveils Agency-Wide AI Tool Elsa to Accelerate Scientific Review and Operational Efficiency

The FDA launched Elsa, an AI tool designed to enhance internal workflows securely and efficiently.
#artificial-intelligence
Alternative medicine
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

The Misinformation Campaign Trying to Bring Down Abortion Pills

Medication abortion is safe and effective, but it faces political attacks driven by misinformation and poor scientific claims.
#generative-ai
#salmonella
SF food
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Vine-ripe tomatoes recalled due to salmonella risk: 'Do not consume'

Ray & Mascari Inc. is recalling '4-Count Vine Ripe Tomatoes' due to possible salmonella contamination.
SF food
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Target recalling over 40 cucumber products as Salmonella outbreak spreads to 18 states: Update

Target faces significant fallout from a salmonella-linked cucumber recall affecting several products across various states.
SF food
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Vine-ripe tomatoes recalled due to salmonella risk: 'Do not consume'

Ray & Mascari Inc. is recalling '4-Count Vine Ripe Tomatoes' due to possible salmonella contamination.
SF food
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Target recalling over 40 cucumber products as Salmonella outbreak spreads to 18 states: Update

Target faces significant fallout from a salmonella-linked cucumber recall affecting several products across various states.
#novo-nordisk
#neuralink
Silicon Valley
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Elon Musk's brain implant startup Neuralink surges in value to $9B: report

Neuralink raised $600 million, boosting its valuation to $9 billion and advancing its brain implant technology.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
2 months ago

Neuralink earns FDA "breakthrough" status for speech restoration

Neuralink's Link device, a breakthrough in brain-computer interface technology, allows ALS patients to regain communication using their thoughts.
Silicon Valley
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Elon Musk's brain implant startup Neuralink surges in value to $9B: report

Neuralink raised $600 million, boosting its valuation to $9 billion and advancing its brain implant technology.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
2 months ago

Neuralink earns FDA "breakthrough" status for speech restoration

Neuralink's Link device, a breakthrough in brain-computer interface technology, allows ALS patients to regain communication using their thoughts.
Public health
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

Who can get updated COVID vaccines this fall? FDA will OK for high-risk groups, calls for new clinical trials

FDA is raising standards for COVID-19 booster approvals, focusing on high-risk groups.
Future vaccine updates for low-risk individuals will require robust clinical trials.
SF food
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

FDA clears 1st blood test to help diagnose Alzheimer's disease

FDA approves first blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease, enhancing accessibility and early diagnosis.
OMG science
fromNature
2 months ago

Daily briefing: Meet the baby who received the world's first personalized CRISPR therapy

A baby boy is thriving after receiving a personalized CRISPR gene-editing therapy for a severe genetic disease.
#in-n-out-burger
SF food
fromwww.ocregister.com
2 months ago

In-N-Out Burger's leader shares how the chain improves its ingredients

In-N-Out Burger is eliminating artificial additives, aligning with a commitment to high-quality ingredients and customer health.
SF food
fromwww.ocregister.com
2 months ago

In-N-Out Burger's leader shares how the chain improves its ingredients

In-N-Out Burger is eliminating artificial additives, aligning with a commitment to high-quality ingredients and customer health.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Federal employee unions fight for survival as Trump tries to eviscerate them

The Trump administration's mass layoffs at the FDA were implemented abruptly, undermining union protections and collective bargaining rights.
SF food
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

Is It Still Safe To Drink Milk After FDA Ends Testing? Experts Weigh In

Public can safely consume pasteurized milk despite FDA testing suspension.
US news
fromwww.bloomberg.com
2 months ago

Nearly a quarter of people on long-acting opioids develop addiction

Over 22% of patients on extended-release opioids developed addiction within a year, much higher than previously claimed by manufacturers.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Baked beans inspired by 'Yellowstone' TV series recalled for undeclared allergen

Vietti Food Group is recalling 4,515 cases of Yellowstone Brown Sugar Molasses Baked Beans due to undeclared soy, posing serious allergy risks to consumers.
SF food
fromTruthout
2 months ago

FDA Reverses Course, Rehires Staff Handling Public Records After Mass Layoffs

The layoffs decimated the workforce that processes FOIA requests across FDA centers overseeing vaccines, drugs, tobacco, medical devices, and food, leading to significant operational disruptions.
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