Regulatory Sandboxes Slowed the Spread of COVID-19
Scholar claims that regulatory sandboxes such as emergency use authorizations boost innovation, but at a cost.
Formaldehyde Lurks in Hair Products Despite FDA Warning
FDA warns consumers to protect themselves from a known carcinogen in hair smoothing products.
Regulating Drugs at a Discount
Scholars examine the effectiveness of the contentious 340B Drug Pricing Program.
Discriminatory Blood Donation Policies Defy Science
COVID-19 highlights a blood donation deferral policy that clashes with modern science.
Something Fishy About Seafood Inspection
Government watchdog finds that FDA is not properly inspecting imported seafood.
Making Drugs Safe to Kill?
Lawyer proposes a new legal framework for reviewing FDA’s refusal to regulate lethal injection drugs.
Regulatory Control of Potentially Addictive Drugs
Scholar explains why the DEA—not FDA—has power over the classification of potentially addictive substances.
Macaroni and Cheese with a Side of Regulation
FDA faces mounting pressure from advocacy groups claiming a high chemical content in macaroni and cheese.
Does Cosmetics Regulation Need a Makeover?
Scholars reflect on the need for stronger regulatory oversight of cosmetics in the United States.
Smoking Out E-Cigarettes
Scholars examine the regulation of electronic cigarettes and their impact on public health.
Strengthening the Stem Cell Industry Through Better Regulation
FDA should take steps to strengthen the regenerative medicine industry.
Tackling Viral Variants
FDA issues policy guidance to help medical product developers address COVID-19 viral variants.