FDA's Inspections Lag Behind Pre-Pandemic Safety Standards
Sunday, 8 September 2024, 02:00
FDA's Ongoing Challenges in Inspections
FDA's inspections play a vital role in ensuring the safety of medical products. However, there is significant concern over the current lag compared to pre-pandemic standards. Failure to conduct timely inspections leaves many facilities unmonitored, posing potential risks.
Significance of Inspections
- Inspections are critical in identifying safety hazards.
- Factories with long intervals between inspections are considered high risk.
Call to Action
The FDA must prioritize inspections that have been delayed, especially for facilities that have gone more than five years without evaluation, in order to uphold public safety.
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