FDA

• Some acne products recalled in U.S. due to benzene, ‘no impact’ in Canada

  The Food and Drug Administration said several lots of six products containing benzoyl peroxide are being recalled, though it stressed consumers faced little risk.

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  Mar 14
  
• FDA cancels meeting on selecting strains for next season’s flu shot

  A meeting of a committee which advises the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on vaccine policy has been canceled, a committee member told Reuters.

  Health

  Feb 27
  
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• Ozempic, Wegovy shortages are resolved in the U.S.: FDA

  The drugmaker Novo Nordisk can meet present and future demand in the U.S. for its drugs including Ozempic and Wegovy, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said.

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  Feb 21
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• The FDA wants these cold medicines off the shelves. Should Canada follow?

  The FDA has proposed removing phenylephrine, a common ingredient in decongestants, due to its ineffectiveness, which may prompt Canada to review its approval of the drug.

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  Nov 14, 2024
• FDA launches probe after study finds trace toxic metals in tampon brands

  The U.S. FDA has launched an investigation into the safety of tampons following a study that found trace amounts of toxic metals, such as arsenic and lead, in various brands.

  Consumer

  Sep 11, 2024
• Does your cinnamon contain lead? What to know after FDA warning

  The U.S. FDA issued a health advisory Wednesday warning consumers about six brands of ground cinnamon contaminated with lead.

  Consumer

  Mar 8, 2024
• FDA approves 2 gene therapies for sickle cell disease

  The U.S. FDA on Friday approved two gene therapies for sickle cell disease from Vertex Pharmaceuticals and CRISPR Therapeutics, as well as from bluebird bio.

  Health

  Dec 8, 2023
• U.S. FDA proposes ban on hair-straightening chemicals. What about Canada?

  The FDA is considering a ban on certain hair-straightening chemicals that have been used by Black women for years and that research shows may increase the risk of uterine cancer.

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  Oct 20, 2023
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• Preterm baby’s death linked to probiotic, FDA releases warning. Is it safe?

  The FDA is cautioning hospitals against the use of probiotics for preterm infants following the death of a baby who was administered the supplement.

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  Oct 6, 2023
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• Allergy-treating nasal spray needs more research before approval: U.S. FDA

  The ARS product is one of several needle-free devices being developed to treat dangerous reactions to food, insect stings and medications.

  Health

  Sep 20, 2023