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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has ordered the FDA to review the ingredients and nutrients in infant formula, the first comprehensive review since 1998, aiming to ensure safety and align regulations with the latest scientific research, amid ongoing concerns about ingredients like added sugars and seed oils.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has ordered a comprehensive review of infant formula ingredients through 'Operation Stork Speed,' aiming to update regulations based on recent science, improve safety, and align U.S. standards with international practices amid ongoing concerns about formula composition and safety.
The Department of Health and Human Services released a 252-page review recommending the loosening of federal restrictions on marijuana, citing credible evidence of its medical benefits and lower potential for abuse compared to other scheduled drugs. This marks a significant departure from the federal government's longstanding classification of cannabis as a Schedule I drug. The review, conducted at the request of President Joe Biden, recommends moving marijuana to Schedule III, with the final decision resting with the Drug Enforcement Administration. The review also found that marijuana has a lower public health risk and potential for abuse than other scheduled drugs, based on scientific criteria and analysis of various medical conditions.
Doctors and researchers are questioning the effectiveness of many over-the-counter treatments for the common cold, including antihistamines, decongestants, and cough medicines. A recent FDA review found that oral phenylephrine, an active ingredient in some cold and flu products, is not effective. Concerns over the effectiveness of other ingredients in cold and flu medications have also been raised. Many of these drugs have remained on store shelves without being tested for effectiveness due to outdated regulations. While some medications like nasal sprays and analgesics may be effective, others like antihistamines and herbal remedies are deemed ineffective. Experts recommend using products with the best evidence, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) for pain relief, and suggest trying natural remedies like saline nasal rinses and honey for cough relief. Ultimately, the common cold often needs to run its course, and instant relief is unlikely.