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The FDA is responsible for protecting public health by regulating human drugs and biological products, animal drugs, medical devices, tobacco products, food (including animal food), cosmetics, and electronic products that emit radiation. Read more... |
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OCR Opens Compliance Reviews of Four Medical Schools over Protests Taking Place during Their 2024 Commencement Ceremonies. Read more... |
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