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PoliticsHHS submits peptide drug policy for White House review
The Department of Health and Human Services has submitted a policy plan for peptide medications to the Office of Management and Budget for review. The American Academy of Peptide Medicine is listed as the requestor for the policy, which could impact how the FDA regulates certain peptide drugs.
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Business & Economy · United StatesOfficials Uncover $1.22 Billion in Suspected COVID Contract Fraud
Federal officials have identified $1.22 billion in suspected fraud linked to five COVID-era health contracts. Payments continued after the national emergency ended in 2023, prompting an investigation and referral to law enforcement.
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Politics · United StatesFDA updates rules to reduce animal testing in research
The FDA is updating its regulations to remove language that could suggest animal testing is the only way to generate safety information for regulatory decisions. The move aligns with the FDA Modernization Act 2.0 and is part of a broader HHS effort to accelerate human-based research.
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Politics · United StatesRFK Jr. used military jets for travel, report says
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was granted access to military aircraft for his cross-country travels, including trips to campaign for Republican candidates. The White House and Department of Health and Human Services lawyers approved the plan.
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