Health

Drug Safety, or Overregulation of Reproductive Health?

Drug Safety, or Overregulation of Reproductive Health?

Scholar calls for FDA to remove stringent restrictions on medication abortion.

FDA, Not a Federal Judge, Should Decide on Abortion Drugs

FDA, Not a Federal Judge, Should Decide on Abortion Drugs

Anti-abortion advocates take aim at FDA approval and regulation of the abortion drug mifepristone, threatening access nationwide.

Is Your Phone a Medical Device?

Is Your Phone a Medical Device?

Scholar argues that Congress and FDA should treat risky clinical artificial intelligence tools as medical devices.

FDA Advances Program for Real-World Evidence

FDA Advances Program for Real-World Evidence

FDA’s approach to evidence-based decision-making may not be addressed to the right people.

Underrepresented, Overmedicated, and Misdiagnosed

Underrepresented, Overmedicated, and Misdiagnosed

Experts contend that FDA clinical trials fail to ensure adequate consideration of women’s health needs.

Expanding FDA Incentives to Boost Diversity in Clinical Trials

Expanding FDA Incentives to Boost Diversity in Clinical Trials

Exploring FDA’s toolkit for encouraging study sponsors to meet diversity goals.

The Borders of the U.S. Health Care System

The Borders of the U.S. Health Care System

Scholars explore regulatory reforms to expand noncitizens’ access to health care.

Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities in Medical Devices

Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities in Medical Devices

With cyberattacks on medical devices on the rise, scholars examine regulatory challenges and solutions.

Where Are The Midwives?

Where Are The Midwives?

Scholar argues that COVID-19 has underscored the serious gaps in access to midwifery care.

A Game of Inches for Youth Concussion Regulation

A Game of Inches for Youth Concussion Regulation

Experts explore the impact of concussion legislation on adolescent health and education.

The Health Risks of Underregulated Factory Farms

The Health Risks of Underregulated Factory Farms

Scholars discuss public health harms from the underregulation of factory farms and propose potential solutions.

The Challenges of Regulating Brain-Machine Interfaces

The Challenges of Regulating Brain-Machine Interfaces

Scholar highlights the fragmented regulatory environment governing advanced neurological technology.