U.S. FDA

Today: another action to stop unnecessary animal testing. We can do better.

Another impressive result for the national priority voucher program. 54 days for a full FDA review! 🇺🇸

FDA approves Wegovy HD, a higher-dose Wegovy (7.2 mg semaglutide), in just 54 days—marking the 4th success under @DrMakaryFDA's National Priority Voucher pilot program. Learn more about how FDA is accelerating access to innovative treatments: fda.gov/news-events/pr…

FDA announces an April 23 public meeting and comment period - "Increasing Access to Nonprescription Drugs". Join the conversation on expanding safe, effective nonprescription drug access. Discussion on industry challenges, scientific opportunities & collaboration. Learn more: fda.gov/news-events/fd…

Some FDA decisions are taking WEEKS. Thank you to the dedicated FDA scientists who are making this unprecedented efficiency possible.

🎉🥗 This #NationalNutritionMonth, we’re celebrating 120 years of the FDA helping protect and promote public health. 🎂🎊 From food safety to nutrition information, FDA supports informed choices so families can feel confident about what’s on their plates today and every day. #FDA120 #EatInformed #EatRealFoodSafely

Fewer animals. Better data. Faster cures. Today’s draft guidance on New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) accelerates the shift to human-centric science—advancing ethical, more predictive, and faster drug development. fda.gov/news-events/pr…

I never imagined 5,000 gathering to talk about medical quality. As @DrOzCMS says, the most expensive part of health care is poor quality care.

Kids don’t need to tip-toe around healthy fats in food.

We must go big when it comes to biotech regulatory reform—unapologetically America First. Thank you @DrOzCMS for hosting @NIHDirector_Jay & I in Baltimore.

Learn how @US_FDA’s Office of Coordinated Outbreak Response, Evaluation & Emergency Preparedness works to find, stop, and help prevent foodborne illness outbreaks in foods like carrots, cheese, chocolate and many others in their annual report. fda.gov/food/hfp-const…

FDA is setting new records in how rapid we are approving cancer drugs—some are so powerful, they have the potential to bring patients out of hospice.

Pro tip: FDA-approved spirulina extract can be a great natural alternative to artificial petroleum-based green dyes.

Colorectal cancer impacts women too. Screening may save your life. @US_FDA provides information about the different screening options available to you. Learn more: fda.gov/consumers/cons…

FDA is tracking industry pledges to remove petroleum-based food dyes to help support healthier food options, especially for kids. Learn more about the agency’s role in this effort. fda.gov/food/color-add… #NationalNutritionMonth #EatInformed

More affordable versions of biologic drugs are on the way.

The FDA is moving at LIGHT SPEED ⚡️🇺🇸 ✅ Cutting red tape on BIOSIMILARS to lower costs for your family ✅ MAHA Mission for supplement safety ✅ STOPPING the Screwworm parasite ✅ 1K+ NEW JOBS for top scientists ✅ Launching AEMS to modernize safety and save taxpayer dollars

FDA testing shows that 8 lots of Quest Cat Food contain extremely low or no thiamine (vitamin B1), an essential vitamin for cats. Continued feeding of the products could result in thiamine deficiency and cause serious health issues, including death. If your cat has eaten the products and is showing symptoms such as vomiting, loss of appetite, muscle weakness, wobbly gait, falling, or seizures, stop feeding the products and contact a veterinarian immediately. If left untreated, thiamine deficiency can be deadly. fda.gov/animal-veterin…

Are you getting your 3 servings of dairy daily 🥛🧀? Check the Nutrition Facts label for protein, calcium, vitamin D, added sugars & saturated fat: fda.gov/food/nutrition… #NationalNutritionMonth #EatInformed