FDA REGULATIONS

Jun 02 2025HEALTH

Are Text Warnings on E-Cigs Enough?

The US Food and Drug Administration demands that e-cigarettes carry a single text warning about nicotine addiction. This rule is in place, but there is a lack of evidence proving that these warnings are the most effective approach. There is a pressing need to explore whether these text warnings are doing enough to inform users about the broader health risks of e-ciga...

reading time about 1 minute
Apr 24 2025HEALTH

Pharmaceutical Giant Takes Legal Action Against Telehealth Firms Over Weight Loss Drug

A major pharmaceutical company is taking legal action against several telehealth companies for allegedly selling unauthorized versions of a popular weight loss drug. This drug, known for its active ingredient, has been in high demand. The company behind the drug, Eli Lilly, is suing four telehealth firms. These firms are accused of selling copies of the drug made by ...

reading time about 1 minute
Apr 12 2025OPINION

China's Biotech Surge: A Wake-Up Call for the US

The world of biotech is changing fast, and the US is falling behind. For years, the US has been the go-to place for biotech and pharmaceutical breakthroughs. However, China is rapidly catching up, and it's not because of some secret formula. The US is slowing itself down with too many rules and red tape. Meanwhile, China is speeding ahead with new technologies like C...

reading time about 2 minutes
Feb 09 2025HEALTH

Telehealth Company Faces Flak for Super Bowl Ad

A telehealth company out of San Francisco is in hot water over a Super Bowl ad promoting a weight loss drug. This drug is not approved by the FDA because it's custom made by specialized pharmacies. Two U. S. senators and a pharmaceutical industry group are upset because they think the ad doesn't properly warn viewers about side effects. Sens. Dick Durbin and Roger M...

reading time about 1 minute
Oct 08 2024HEALTH

Do Antidepressant Warnings Help or Hurt Kids?

For years, the FDA has warned that antidepressants might lead to suicidal thoughts in youth. But new research shows these warnings might have backfired. They could have caused fewer doctor visits for depression and more suicide attempts. This is a big deal because depression is a top cause of suicide in young people. Doctors and families might be too scared to treat ...

reading time about 2 minutes