The FDA tested 95 products containing benzoyl peroxide, an ingredient widely used to treat acne that can form benzene as a byproduct. It found that six products could have more benzene than usual.
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5 takeaways from the confirmation hearing for Trump’s FDA nominee
Dr. Marty Makary, President Trump’s pick to run the Food and Drug Administration, faced questions from the Senate HELP Committee on the abortion pill, vaccines, FDA firings and chemicals in food.
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USDA unveils a $1 billion plan to address the egg crisis
Eggs have become the grocery staple that Americans can’t stop talking about, whether its fears of widespread bird flu getting worse or the drastic increase in prices.
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FDA staff handling drug safety for pets and livestock lost jobs in Trump firings
The fired staffers were tasked with making sure medications given to animals work well and are safe.
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Health agencies lose staff in key areas as Trump firings set in
As the dust settles from the first wave of firings at health agencies, here’s how many people got cut, and the impact of the roles that were lost.
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Judge orders restoration of federal health websites
The pages that are set to be revived include information for patients about HIV testing and HIV prevention medication, guidance on contraceptives and data on adolescent and youth mental health.
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FDA upgrades recall of Lay’s potato chips to most serious level
The problem ingredient identified was “undeclared milk,” which poses a risk to those with severe sensitivities or allergies.
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The FDA pulls key DEI initiative for cancer studies from its website
A Food and Drug Administration project to promote diversity in clinical studies of cancer treatments was removed from the agency’s website, as the Trump administration halts DEI initiatives.
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Federal health agencies told to halt all external communications
In a memo obtained by NPR, acting health secretary Dorothy Fink forbade staff from public communications on most matters until Feb. 1, unless they get express approval from ‘a presidential appointee.’
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Zyn nicotine pouches can be marketed in the U.S., the FDA says. What does this mean?
The FDA said “an extensive scientific review” found the products were found to pose lower risks of cancer and other serious health conditions compared to cigarettes and smokeless tobacco products.
