RFK Jr. moves to widen access to unapproved peptide drugs
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. took steps Wednesday that could make some unapproved peptide drugs, promoted for wellness, easier to get.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. acted on Wednesday in ways that could make certain unapproved peptide drugs easier to obtain. The drugs are being promoted for wellness use.
CBS News reports that a draft policy states the aim of easing access. The reports do not describe what the draft says in detail or how the change would work.
CBS News says there is little evidence that the peptides are safe and effective. The BBC reports that health experts have urged caution. They cite a lack of human clinical trials and unknown long-term effects.
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- CBS NewsDr. Jon LaPook explains why peptide sales are controversialWed, Oct 28, 7:45 PM EDT
- CBS NewsRFK Jr. to ease access to unapproved peptides, draft policy statesWed, Oct 28, 9:20 PM EDT
- BBC NewsUS Health Secretary RFK Jr to expand access to unapproved peptidesWed, Oct 28, 11:09 PM EDT
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