How Regulation Can Improve Surgery
Scholar argues that agencies should collect evidence on surgical procedures to help implement best practices.
Gene Editing of Human Embryos Prompts Calls For Regulation
Despite ethical concerns, scholar argues that gene editing of human embryos should not be banned.
How Much of an Income Drop Will Take a Life?
Policymakers should consider the impact of their decisions on not just wealth, but also human life.
Yams v. Sweet Potatoes
Thanksgiving offers chance to explore scientific and regulatory distinctions in popular holiday fare.
How FDA Should Use Its Authority to Regulate Human Cells
FDA should encourage states to be the primary regulators of stem cell procedures.
Curbing Prescription Opioid Abuse Through Insurance Regulation
New study shows regulators have overlooked insurers in tackling the opioid epidemic.
FDA’s Authority to Regulate Off-Label Promotion
Expert argues that federal law gives regulator authority to restrict unauthorized drug uses.
Regulation and the Local Food Movement
New study suggests that cities can encourage local food production and consumption through smarter regulations.
Bolstering Supplement Regulations
Lawyer argues that United States should ramp up regulation of dietary supplements.
Learning from International Agreements and Domestic Missteps
Scholar argues U.S.-China trade agreements fill regulatory gaps left by both countries.
Regulating the “Kidney Club”
Scholar finds that many citizens are comfortable with providing financial incentives to living organ donors.
Promoting Health Goals in a Self-Regulating Industry
Scholar suggests ways to make self-regulation of the Australian food industry more effective.