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.
Bolstering Supplement Regulations
Lawyer argues that United States should ramp up regulation of dietary supplements.
FDA Takes Action to Curb Overuse of Antimicrobials in Livestock
Amid growing concerns about “superbugs,” regulators seek comment on use of antimicrobials in animal feed.
NYC Bill Would Have Kids Trade Calories for Toys
New research finds that kids would consume fewer calories under proposed fast-food standards.
Regulating Labor Day Parades
Local regulations help ensure that holiday celebrations go off without a hitch.
Pennsylvania Seeks New Approach to Long-Term Medicaid Services
State explores Medicaid changes to improve care for the elderly and persons with disabilities.
The Case Against FDA Regulation of Laboratory-Developed Diagnostic Tests
Scholar argues against proposal to regulate lab-developed tests as medical devices.
The Case for FDA Regulation of Laboratory-Developed Diagnostic Tests
Scholar argues in favor of proposal to regulate lab-developed tests as medical devices.
Applying Tobacco Tax Lessons to Sugary Drinks
Scholar says price minimums and prohibitions on discounts must accompany sugary beverage taxes.
Last Licks for Baseball’s Chewing Tobacco Habit
City and state officials seek to ban chewing tobacco from sports stadiums around the country.
Is Professional Self-Regulation at a Crossroads?
Recent Supreme Court decision is a wake-up call for state licensing boards claiming antitrust immunity.