Do Occupational Licenses Keep Consumers Safer?
Recently released White House report criticizes the rise of occupational licenses, suggests improvements.
Challenges to Country-of-Origin Food Labels
House passes bill to repeal mandatory country-of-origin labels on meat products.
Regulatory Leadership in Tackling Tobacco
Former FDA Commissioner David Kessler recounts his efforts to control cigarettes.
Do Healthier School Lunches Mean More Food Waste?
The debate on plate waste from healthy school lunches continues.
The Regulatory System May Not Be Ready for Synthetic Organisms
As researchers develop organisms that fuel your car, scholars warn that current regulations are not adequate.
Bringing Transparency Back to U.S. Food Law
Scholar argues that the food regulatory scheme is not doing enough in the name of transparency.
Supreme Court Ruling Preserves Health Insurance Subsidies
Supreme Court held that Affordable Care Act’s tax credits can apply to Americans in every state.
NHTSA Proposes Rule to Curb Substandard Motorcycle Helmets
Motorcyclists and law enforcement officials disagree over the necessity of proposed changes to helmet standards.
How to Prevent Another Measles Outbreak
Scholar urges states to restrict generous vaccine exemptions in the wake of measles comeback.
Are Health Care Antiseptics Safe and Effective for Medical Professionals?
The FDA asks for new data on the safety and efficacy of antiseptics used in hospitals and other health care settings.
Electronic Medicare Cards Could Reduce Fraud, Improve Care
GAO report suggests replacing paper Medicare cards with newer technology.
How Health Care Providers View Meaningful Use
Researchers assess providers’ views on government incentives for electronic health records.