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Eli Lilly announced promising results for orforglipron, a once-daily weight-loss pill that helped patients with diabetes lose up to 8% of their body weight in trials. The GLP-1 drug, which avoids injections like Wegovy and Zepbound, could reshape the obesity treatment market. Side effects are similar to injectable options. With FDA approval expected in late […]
The Trump administration’s initiative to reduce the federal workforce has impacted the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), resulting in the firing of recently hired probationary employees responsible for reviewing the safety of food ingredients and medical devices. Notices of job eliminations were sent out to these employees on Saturday evening, primarily affecting those in the […]
Despite the legalization of marijuana in 40 states, concerns about product safety persist due to lack of federal regulation. Because cannabis remains illegal at the federal level, agencies like the FDA do not oversee its production, leaving state enforcement inconsistent and unreliable. Colorado-based cannabis producer Justin Singer tested 15 products from dispensaries and found that […]
The FDA has approved Journavx, a new pain medication from Vertex Pharmaceuticals, designed to provide pain relief without the addiction and overdose risks associated with opioids. The drug, intended for short-term pain following surgeries or injuries, marks the first major pharmaceutical breakthrough in pain management in over 20 years. Journavx works by blocking pain-signaling proteins […]
The FDA has banned the use of Red 3 (FD&C Red No. 3 or erythrosine) in foods, dietary supplements, and oral medicines due to its link to cancer in lab rats. The decision follows a 2022 petition by food safety advocates and comes nearly 35 years after the dye was barred from cosmetics. The FDA’s […]
The Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) has achieved FDA approval for its Phase 2 clinical trial, MJP2, after three years of negotiations and regulatory hurdles. This study will investigate the use of smoked cannabis in treating PTSD among 320 veterans across multiple states, aiming to generate real-world safety data. Funded by the Michigan Veteran […]
The FDA approved a self-administered FluMist nasal spray flu vaccine that is planned to be available to the public by 2025. The FluMist vaccine was first approved by the FDA back 2003 for Healthcare providers to distribute by shots. People will still need to get a doctor’s prescription for the vaccine. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/fda-approves-first-self-administered-flu-vaccine/
A new study has linked the use of personal care products, such as lotions and hair conditioners, to higher levels of phthalates—endocrine-disrupting chemicals—in young children. Phthalates, commonly found in plastics and personal care products, can interfere with hormones and are particularly concerning for children, as they may disrupt key developmental stages. Previous studies have connected […]
Lawmakers are urging the FDA to address safety concerns about tampons after a recent study found toxic metals in products from over a dozen popular brands. Four Democratic members of the House sent a letter to the FDA, calling for stricter safety standards and transparency in labeling. The study, published in Environment International in July […]
Almost 300 different types of canned coffee drinks nationwide are being recalled over botulism concerns according to the FDA. Snapchill LLC did a voluntary recall when they learned about the potential risk of deadly food poisoning. The recalled products were sold under a range of roaster and brand names and in a variety of metal […]
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