Health

The Past, Present, and Future of EMTALA

The Past, Present, and Future of EMTALA

Scholars discuss EMTALA’s effects on physicians and argue for its continued use.

Forces that Shape and Constrain Medical Practice

Forces that Shape and Constrain Medical Practice

Michelle Mello discusses how the law, artificial intelligence, and the COVID-19 pandemic have shaped health care.

Regulatory Collaboration to Protect Public Health

Regulatory Collaboration to Protect Public Health

Noah Aleshire, chief regulatory officer at the CDC, discusses the value of a collaborative and informed regulatory process.

FDA Targets Toxic Soda Ingredients

FDA Targets Toxic Soda Ingredients

FDA proposes a rule that would prohibit the use of a toxic food additive in sodas.

The Growing Crisis of Maternity Care Deserts

The Growing Crisis of Maternity Care Deserts

Scholars, politicians, and advocates expose maternal health care disparities and propose regulatory solutions.

Access Barriers Remain After Abortion Pill Decision

Access Barriers Remain After Abortion Pill Decision

The Court rejected a challenge to FDA approval of mifepristone, but other obstacles could still impede access.

Zero-Calorie Conundrum

Zero-Calorie Conundrum

Scholars assess the state of food-additive regulation.

Establishing Regulatory Guardrails for Elderly Drivers

Establishing Regulatory Guardrails for Elderly Drivers

Scholars urge state lawmakers to strengthen driving regulations for seniors to address public safety concerns.

Regulating Off-Label Prescribing

Regulating Off-Label Prescribing

Scholars and practitioners debate whether and how to regulate off-label drug use.

Off-Label Drug Use Liability

Off-Label Drug Use Liability

Scholar argues that FDA approval should not save drug makers from state-law claims arising from off-label use.

The Future of Plant-Based Meats

The Future of Plant-Based Meats

Scholar recommends that regulators change food label laws to increase consumers’ access to plant-based meats.

Organ Transplantation System Modernization

Organ Transplantation System Modernization

UNOS may no longer retain sole control of the organ transplantation network.