White House Spokeswoman Refutes Political Pressure On FDA To Approve COVID-19 Vaccine
“No one is pressuring the FDA to do anything,” said McEnany referring to the Food and Drug Administration.
FDA Commissioner Confesses To Overstating The Benefits Of Plasma On COVID-19
“I have been criticized for remarks I made Sunday night about the benefits of convalescent plasma. The criticism is entirely justified. What I should have said better is that the data show a relative risk reduction, not an absolute risk reduction,” Hahn tweeted,
Trump Hails FDA Decision To Approve Plasma Therapy For Coronavirus Treatment, Just A Day After Criticizing Them
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given emergency use authorization for blood plasma treatment for critical coronavirus patients. President Donald Trump hailed the decision taken by the federal agency and touted it as a “historic announcement.”
Trump's Chief of Staff Supports Tweet Claiming FDA Is Delaying COVID-19 Vaccine For Political Reasons
Donald Trump tweeted on Saturday, Aug. 22, that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is hampering the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines and other treatments because of “political” reasons.
FDA Expands List Of Toxic Hand Sanitizers, Reiterates Warning On The Dangers Of Methanol Exposure
The Food and Drug Administration in the United States has expanded its already-existing list of potentially toxic hand sanitizers and has reiterated its warning about store-bought hand sanitizers that may contain methanol, a potentially toxic form of alcohol used to create fuel and solvents.
FDA Issues Warning For Consumers To Avoid 9 Potentially Toxic Hand Sanitizer Brands
Some brands of hand sanitizers being sold out to consumers may contain methanol and pose serious toxicity risks, the Food and Drug Administration in the U.S. said.
Fraud Antibody Testing For COVID-19: FDA Mandates Submission of Quality Data Before Commercial Sales To Curb Inaccuracy
Commercial sellers offering antibody testing for COVID-19 now have to submit information providing the quality of tests and conform to the new standards before the test is commercially available.
Saliva-Based Coronavirus Test Approved By FDA, Will Reduce Risk Of Infection In Health Care Workers
The number of health care workers across the globe getting infected while treating patients of coronavirus had been rising exponentially, further putting stress on an already overwhelmed healthcare system in several countries.
FDA Thumbs Down Selling Of At-Home Coronavirus Tests, Why?
Despite several entrepreneurs alleging that their products were given an all-clear by the FDA, the agency has revealed that it hasn’t permitted any organization to produce kits that enable people to test themselves at home.
Zika Virus Fight: FDA Plans To Exterminate Disease With Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
There is a new plan to combat the growing threat of Zika virus with genetically modified mosquitoes.
FDA Approves Female Viagra: 10 Things To Know About World's First Pill To Enhance Women's Libido
The FDA has approved the world's first pill to boost women's libido. Check out these 10 things to know about the female Viagra pill, Addyi. momentous
Is Antibacterial Soap Bad For You? FDA Raises Safety Concerns, Proposes Tighter Rules For Liquid Soaps
The FDA issued a proposed rule that would require makers of antibacterial hand soaps and body washes to demonstrate their products are safe and more effective than regular soap and water in preventing infection and the spread of bacteria after some evidence they may actually pose health risks was found.
Deadly Dog Treats: Why Is the FDA Investigating Jerky Flavored Treats? [REPORT]
Deadly dog treats are being blamed by the FDA for the illness and death of hundreds of pets across America. The FDA has appealed to pet-owners for help to find cause of an outbreak linked to jerky flavored treats.
FDA 'Gluten Free' Definition: 4 Things To Know About Gluten Free Labeling
Learn about the FDA's gluten free standard.
Menthol Cigarettes More Toxic Than Traditional Cigarettes, FDA Review Indicates
FDA believes menthol cigarettes are more toxic than traditional cigarettes.
Wrigley Pulls Gum; Alert Caffeinated Gum Under FDA Investigation
Wrigley pulled Alert Gum from the shelves pending an FDA investigation on caffeine.
FDA: Morning-After Pill Now Available For Girls 15 Or Older Without Prescription
FDA seeks middle ground before deadline to remove all age restrictions on the Plan B One Step pill.
Peanut Butter Recall 2012: FDA Suspends Sunland Peanut Butter Plant
Nearly two months after the Food And Drug Administration recalled over 200 peanut butter products, the government agency has suspended Sunland Inc.'s Food Facility Registration from distributing food in the "interest of protecting public health.
FDA Releases Preliminary Data on Arsenic Levels in Rice and Rice Products
There has been growing concerns about the level of arsenic in rice and now, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration today released preliminary data on arsenic levels in certain rice and rice products.
FDA approves Linzess to Treat Constipation
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Linzess (linaclotide) to treat chronic idiopathic constipation and to treat irritable bowel syndrome with constipation in adults.