Health regulatory agencies

Health regulatory agencies are government organizations responsible for overseeing and ensuring the safety, effectiveness, and quality of healthcare products and services. They evaluate medicines, vaccines, medical devices, and clinical practices to protect public health. These agencies set standards, approve new treatments, monitor products on the market, and enforce laws to prevent risks or fraud. Examples include the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA). Their role helps ensure that medical products are safe for patients and that healthcare providers maintain high standards of care.