Walmart Sued For Selling Homeopathic ‘Snake Oil’
An estimated 5 million adults and 1 million children used homeopathy in the past year. Those who practice it believe microscopic amounts of natural substances can stimulate natural healing.
The FDA Approves ‘Heat Not Burn’ IQOS Cigarettes For American Sale
In good news for Americans trying to quit smoking, a new product with international success will now be allowed for sale in the United States.
This Supreme Court Case Could Restrain Judicial Deference To Federal Agencies
Tech innovators seeking to contribute in the new spheres need regulatory clarity and protection from outdated agency rules.
Why The Next FDA Head Needs To Be Friendlier To Vaping
Scott Gottlieb is leaving the Food and Drug Administration. His successor needs the courage and determination to help millions of Americans stop smoking through less-harmful alternatives.
4 Ways Republicans Can Gain From The Unpopularity Of ‘Medicare For All’
Letting medical research continue to advance is a great argument against single-payer health care. So Republicans should make it.
U.S. Surgeon General Says It’s High Time To Relax Marijuana Rules
He believes the marijuana’s current classification inhibits research for medical advancements that include cannabis and cannabinoids.
Why The Marlboro Man Just Bought A Big Chunk Of Juul
Altria, the maker of Marlboro cigarettes, just bought a large stake in the e-cigarette company Juul. It’s good news for fans of vaping.
Why The FDA Didn’t Move To Ban Menthol Cigarettes Sooner Might Shock You
In 2009, the FDA looked the other way on a menthol ban. Now, they’re reconsidering it. Here’s a primer on two potential policy issues at play.
What Happened When I Tried An IQOS And Heat Sticks In Tokyo
Tobacco has been a huge commercial success for 500 years. Can IQOS, a new high-tech product, really reduce smoking risks and transform the industry?
FDA Investigating Mail-Order Abortion Pill Company As Access Grows
Every pro-life person should be concerned about the growing trend in easy-access abortion pills, delivered to your doorstep.
The FDA Thinks You’re Too Stupid To Know That Almonds Don’t Really Make Milk
The American people can tell the difference between coconut and dairy milk without the help of Food and Drug Administration regulators, thanks.
White House’s Reorganization Plan Would Make For A Leaner, Better FDA
The administration proposes changing the FDA’s name to the ‘Federal Drug Administration,’ making clear that its focus will solely be on drugs, devices, biologics, and tobacco.
Here’s How Trump Should Address The High Cost Of Prescription Drugs
Here’s a solution: stop focusing on trying to control prescription drug prices, and start paying attention to who’s paying them.
Podcast: FDA And Scott Gottlieb On Drug Trials, Nicotine, And Opioids
Reason Reporter Mike Riggs joins Federalist Radio to share the latest news and drug policy we are seeing from the new FDA commissioner.
How The FDA Plan To Take Nicotine Out Of Cigarettes Will Fuel Terrorism
The United Sates has never been a rich market for terrorists’ international tobacco trafficking. A new FDA policy will make it one.
Ronald Bailey On Climate Change, Gene Editing, And Drug Regulations
Reason magazine’s science correspondent, Ronald Bailey, joins today’s Federalist Radio Hour to discuss bio, tech, and science issues.
Abolish The FDA. It Does Patients More Harm Than Good
The rising costs of many, if not all, medications are largely the result of the lack of competition in the pharmaceutical industry. That’s the FDA’s fault.
These 4 Free Market Reforms Will Solve The Healthcare Crisis Without The Negatives Of Obamacare
We could have increased access, improved quality, and decreased costs with better medical licensing, prescription drug regulation, Food and Drug Administration approval, and patent law.
FDA: To Keep Your Kid From Getting A Peanut Allergy, Introduce Peanuts Early
A ‘landmark’ clinical trial finds parents could reduce by 80 percent a susceptible child’s risk of later developing a peanut allergy if they introduce peanut butter to their babies early.
Why The Trump Administration Shouldn’t Bust Drug Makers’ Patents
While the public hold little sympathy for Big Pharma, when the drug industry suffers, people suffer. And when Big Pharma wins, people win.
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