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FDA acknowledges slow response, 'suboptimal' decisions leading up to infant formula shortage

WASHINGTON — Sluggish response and questionable decisions by the Food and Drug Administration exacerbated the nation's infant formula shortage, agency officials told lawmakers at a congressional hearing on Wednesday.

Los Angeles Times

Millions of imported baby formula cans are heading to the US, FDA says

Millions more cans of baby formula will be available in the U.S. in the coming months, the nation’s Food and Drug Administration said, detailing steps it’s taken to alleviate a shortage that has left families scrambling to figure out how to feed their babies.

Tribune News Service

FDA chief to detail delays inspecting baby formula plant

The head of the Food and Drug Administration is preparing to tell lawmakers about events that led to a months-long gap before inspecting the plant at the center of a nationwide baby formula shortage

The Independent UK

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Abbott baby formula factory could reopen by next week, FDA head says

An Abbott baby formula plant in Michigan that’s been shut down since February could be up and running as early as next week, the head of the Food and Drug Administration told lawmakers Thursday.

Tribune News Service

FDA head says baby formula factory could reopen in the next week or two

But Abbott has said that, after production resumes, it could take about two months before new formula begins arriving in stores. The company's factory has been closed due to contamination problems.

WEKU

Abbott's Troubled Baby Formula Michigan Plant To Reopen In 1-2 Weeks: Reuters

Abbott Laboratories (NYSE:ABT) and the FDA are reportedly on track to reopen the company's Sturgis, Michigan, baby formula manufacturing plant within one or two weeks, FDA Commissioner Robert Califf said. Abbott, the biggest U.S. supplier of powder infant formula, including Similac, agreed with the FDA on the steps needed to resume production at…

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FDA: Infant formula supply will increase quickly - Roll Call

The Biden administration says it will be 'a few weeks' before the baby food supply around the country is back to normal

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FDA faces congressional scrutiny over baby formula shortage

The head of the Food and Drug Administration is facing congressional lawmakers for the first time over the national shortage of baby formula

The Independent UK

How the U.S. got into this baby formula mess

Just a handful of formula makers dominate the industry so a single plant shutdown can lead to empty shelves.

WEKU

Despite Congress’ efforts, it’ll take time to refill the baby bottles

WASHINGTON — Lawmakers are throwing nearly every tool in their arsenal, including a proposed $28 million in taxpayer dollars, at the baby formula shortage. But it isn’t clear how quickly those solutions will result in cans on grocery store shelves.

Tribune News Service

Despite Congress’ efforts, it’ll take time to refill the baby bottles - Roll Call

Lawmakers are scrambling to end the formula shortage, but experts say it will be months before families will feel an impact.

Roll Call

Why is there a baby formula shortage in the US?

With children hospitalised and parents paying up to $100 for a can, the president has now invoked a wartime measure to try to ensure there is enough formula to feed America’s babies

The Independent UK

FDA announces plans to ease the shortage of baby formula

Abbott, one of the largest formula-makers in the U.S., has reached an agreement with the government to bring a closed factory back on line. And the FDA is easing some restrictions on imported formula.

WEKU

FDA chief says shuttered baby formula plant could reopen soon, offering hope to ease shortage

The head of the Food and Drug Administration said Monday that a shuttered baby formula factory should reopen within two weeks, potentially easing a serious nationwide shortage.

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The Independent UK

Biden offers logistics support to ease formula shortage

President Joe Biden is offering formula manufacturers and retailers transportation and logistics support to ease the nationwide shortage of baby formula

Benzinga

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White House bolsters efforts to get baby formula into the hands of WIC recipients

States have been asked to increase accessibility of baby formula for recipients of the low-income program. And the Food and Drug Administration is looking at ways to make it easier to import formula.

Tribune News Service

Tainted baby-formula risk was seen months before Abbott’s recall

Federal inspectors spotted the potential for baby formula made at an Abbott Laboratories plant to become contaminated months before a recall that exacerbated a nationwide shortage, a government document shows.

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FDA says it is "doing everything in our power" to improve baby formula supply

The shortage has intensified in recent weeks due to supply chain issues and a devastating recall.

Axios

Pressure builds for COVID vaccines approval for littlest kids

Moderna's request for approval of its COVID -19 vaccine in children under six years amps up pressure on the Food and Drug Administration to act quickly to approve the shots.

Axios

FDA proposes ban on menthol cigarettes

FDA commissioner Robert Califf said these rules "are appropriate for the protection of public health."

Tribune News Service

Outlook poses tough questions for next steps on COVID-19 vaccines

Preparations for another potential round of COVID-19 vaccines are prompting more questions than answers as federal health officials contend with the threat of future variants amid waning public interest in additional shots.

Roll Call

Outlook poses tough questions for next steps on COVID-19 vaccines - Roll Call

Health care officials face tough questions as they set policy to deal with the next phase of the pandemic and try to get the messaging right.

Reason

Can the FDA's New Commissioner Save the Agency From Itself?

Robert Califf must demand transparency and accountability from the bureaucrats.

Benzinga

22nd Century Group Welcomes Dr. Robert Califf's Confirmation As FDA Commissioner

22nd Century Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: XXII) an agricultural biotechnology company focused on tobacco harm reduction, congratulated Dr.

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