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FDA makes changes in food contact and lead in baby food as new year begins
The Food and Drug Administration will change its food safety policy as 2025 progresses.  Monday’s latest FDA issued a notice in the Federal Register that ...
FDA issues draft guidance to improve accuracy of pulse oximeters for people with darker skin tones
Years of research have showed that pulse oximeters yield less accurate readings for people with darker skin tones, and now ...
STAT19h
FDA releases long-awaited guidance to improve accuracy of pulse oximeters for all skin tones
Rather than relying on those testing the devices to judge skin tones, the draft guidance suggests manufacturers should either ...
WTVD20h
Baby food labels will reveal levels of lead, other heavy metals for first time
Lead and other toxic heavy metals have been found in dangerously elevated amounts in some commercial baby foods sold in the ...
BlackDoctor20h
4 Types of Clinical Trials and How They Work
Learn about clinical trials, from preclinical studies to Phase IV trials. Explore the different clinical trial phases (I-III) ...
FDA limits toxic lead in some baby foods
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday set maximum levels for lead in baby foods like jarred fruits and vegetables, ...
Quality Assurance21h
FDA Releases Allergen, Food Safety and Plant-Based Alternative Labeling Guidance
The four new guidance documents are designed to help industry and other interest holders understand and comply with FDA ...
FDA Proposes New Limits for Lead in Baby Foods
It’s an encouraging first step, experts say, but more action and stricter limits are neededBy Kevin LoriaUpdate Jan. 6, 2025: ...
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The FDA’s shocking findings from tampon investigation
The FDA’s investigation into tampons has uncovered startling details. What could this mean for feminine hygiene products?
Nutritional supplements and vitamins are more popular than ever. Do they work?
Dietary supplements — vitamins, minerals, botanicals and probiotics — are more popular than ever. Do they make a difference?
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FDA issues multiple food and drug recalls in December
The FDA announced several recalls in December 2024, including Lay’s potato chips, cucumbers, puppy food, and dietary ...