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The Latest Breaking News from Marty Makary

FDA Commissioner Says 'Everything Should Be Over the Counter.' Don't Count on Big Pharma To Lead the Way.

A system that allows drug makers to profit from restricted access will never liberalize on its own—and patients will continue to bear the cost.

Reason · Feb 19

FDA will drop two-study requirement for new drug approvals, aiming to speed access

The Food and Drug Administration plans to drop its longtime standard of requiring two rigorous studies for new drug approvals

The Independent UK · Feb 18

Companies can now claim 'no artificial colors' if they add plant-based color to food

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is relaxing rules that restrict when food companies can claim their products have no artificial colors

The Independent UK · Feb 5

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How To Speed Up the Search for Cures Through a Change in Probability Theory

It seems likely the FDA would do well to accept more Bayesian reasoning in medical research.

Reason · Feb 3

The FDA's Hands-Off Approach to Medical AI Is a Win for Health-Conscious Consumers

AI-powered medical wearables and software are flourishing following the FDA’s new regulatory guidance.

Reason · Jan 22

Takeaways from the AP's report on turmoil surrounding the FDA's new fast-track drug program

Questions remain among top Food and Drug Administration officials over who has the appropriate legal authority to sign off on drugs cleared under a new plan to slash FDA drug review times

The Independent UK · Jan 16

Top-down approach has Congress AWOL on FDA, experts say - Roll Call

Since President Donald Trump took office, the FDA has lost about 20 percent of its staff through reduction-in-force efforts.

Roll Call · Jan 8

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‘She has no expertise’: the US medical community girds for Tracy Beth Høeg’s tenure at the FDA

The Danish American who doubted Covid shots is meant to lead drug regulation – but has focused on vaccines

The Guardian - US · Dec 31, 2025

After Nearly Three Decades, the US Might Finally Be Getting a New Sunscreen Filter

SPF in America might finally catch up to Europe, Asia, and Australia.

Marie Claire · Dec 12, 2025

FDA reaches "tipping point" after high-level departures

Biotech and pharmaceutical companies rely on the FDA for guidance as they spend huge sums developing treatments.

Axios · Dec 4, 2025

Anthony Fauci Under Fresh Fire As FDA Chief Makary Argues COVID-19 Lab Leak Theory Was 'Massive Cover-Up:' 'It's A No Brainer...'

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) top official ignited fresh debate on Wednesday by accusing Dr Anthony Fauci on the “Pod Force One” podcast of suppressing early scrutiny of COVID-19’s origins, calling the alleged effort a “massive cover-up” during the first months of the pandemic.

Benzinga · Nov 27, 2025

Doctors respond to ‘data-free’ decision over menopause hormone therapy: ‘It’s not true’

Physicians say FDA panel conflated two issues and made baseless claims about unproven health benefits

The Guardian - US · Nov 24, 2025

FDA Names Veteran Oncologist Richard Pazdur To Lead Drug Center After Ethics Scandal Ousts George Tidmarsh

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has appointed Dr. Richard Pazdur as the new head of its drug center, succeeding Dr. George Tidmarsh, who was removed following an ethics complaint just months after his appointment.

Benzinga · Nov 12, 2025

Black Box Warning Facts: Why is the FDA Removing the Warning Label from Hormone Therapy Drugs

The FDA has removed black box warnings from menopause hormone therapy drugs, marking a major milestone for women's health after decades of fear over outdated risks.

International Business Times UK · Nov 11, 2025

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Roll Call · Nov 10, 2025

FDA removes warning for hormone replacement therapy for menopause - Roll Call

The Food and Drug Administration is removing "black box" warnings on hormone replacement therapy for menopause.

The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2025

FDA will remove long-standing warning from hormone-based menopause drugs, citing benefits for women

The Food and Drug Administration says it will remove a long-standing warning from hormone-based drugs used to treat menopause symptoms in women

Benzinga · Nov 3, 2025

FDA Drug Chief George Tidmarsh Resigns After Allegations Of Power Misuse

George Tidmarsh, head of the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) drug center, resigned Sunday following allegations that he misused his regulatory power to financially harm a former business associate.

The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2025

FDA unveils drugs to receive expedited review in support of 'national priorities'

The Food and Drug Administration is announcing the first round of drugs that will receive drastically expedited reviews at the agency

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The Independent UK · Oct 2, 2025

Trump administration approves generic version of abortion pill after RFK Jr had FDA review drug’s safety

The drug will now be produced by Evita Solutions LLC, which describes its mission as being to ‘normalize abortion’

Axios · Oct 2, 2025

Conservatives rage after FDA approves generic abortion drug

The decision adds to conservative scrutiny of the agency and Commissioner Marty Makary.

The Guardian - US · Sep 30, 2025

Federal agencies blame Democrats for looming shutdown in apparent Hatch Act violation

Housing and VA departments attack ‘radical left’ despite law limiting political activities of government employees

Reason · Sep 30, 2025

Can Americans Trust RFK Jr.'s Health Advice? A Breakdown on Vaccines, Autism, Food Dyes, and More

As ever, be cautious about what you hear from the Department of Health and Human Services.

The Independent UK · Sep 25, 2025

RFK Jr. launches FDA review of pill used in two-thirds of abortions

Medication abortions have become vital for some patients in states with abortion bans

Reason · Sep 23, 2025

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We Got This Covered · Sep 10, 2025

RFK Jr. sends ‘thousands of letters’ to drug companies over ‘misleading’ ads that ‘distorted physician prescribing habits’

Those happy pill ads with dancing patients? Trump's administration says they're basically lying to you.

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