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RFK Jr. Authorizes Unproven Peptides, Bypassing FDA Objections

Sourced from 4 publications

  • •Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (US Health Secretary) approved the sale of six unproven peptides.
  • •The peptides are favored by the Make America Health Again movement, led by Kennedy.
  • •FDA scientists opposed the decision, having limited input in the policy's development.
  • •The Department of Health and Human Services endorsed Kennedy's decision despite objections.
  • •There are concerns about pharmacies meeting the demand for these unapproved peptides.

Sources

Peptide peddlers cheer as RFK Jr. unilaterally grants access, overruling FDA

Ars Technica

Trump administration will allow pharmacies to make popular peptides

NPR News

AP report: FDA scientists opposed the Trump administration's move to ease peptid...

PBS NewsHour

The Peptide Rush Has Begun

Time

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