For decades, government intervention into the health care sector has increased at the expense of individual freedom. This disturbing trend is especially prevalent when it comes to the antiquated drug ...

Each year, the FDA approves a wide range of medications that help shape the future of medicine in the U.S. These include novel drugs that offer new treatment options, as well as first generics and ...

The FDA has granted priority review status for pegcetacoplan (Empaveli) to treat two rare kidney diseases that can lead to kidney failure. Up until now, there hadn’t been any drugs approved ...

The strength and credibility of the FDA relies on maintaining a clear line between evidence-based, scientific rigor and political priority setting.

Life-saving treatments for children with orphan illnesses often move slowly, if at all, through the federal approval process.

FDA approval describes when the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) deems a medical product safe and effective for its intended use based on scientific data and testing. Before people use a medical ...

Nov. 3 (UPI) --Dr. George Tidmarsh, the Food and Drug Administration's top drug regulator, was placed on leave amid controversy over the drug approval process and a battle with a business foe. The FDA ...