FDA Says Heparin Contamination Is A Worldwide Problem (Medical News Today)
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said yesterday, Monday 21st April, that contamination of the blood thinner heparin, used in surgical and dialysis procedures to stop blood clots, is a worldwide problem.

Confidence in FDA Hits New Low, According to WSJ.com/Harris Interactive Study (Centre Daily Times)
Majorities of U.S. adults give negative ratings for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on a number of measures, such as ensuring new drugs come to market quickly (60% negative) and managing recalls or withdrawals when safety concerns arise (53%). The perception that the FDA does a good job ensuring the safety and efficacy of new prescription drugs (35% positive) has declined from 45 percent ...

Draft Legislation Aimed At Overhauling FDA Would Require More Inspections, Change User Fees (Medical News Today)
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair John Dingell (D-Mich.) on Thursday released draft legislation that would make broad regulatory changes to FDA and increase funds for the agency, CQ Today reports.