National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA)

The National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) is Brazil's government organization responsible for regulating and overseeing products and services related to health, such as medicines, food, cosmetics, medical devices, and sanitation standards. Its goal is to ensure the safety, quality, and efficacy of these products, protecting public health. ANVISA evaluates and approves new medicines and products, monitors their use, and enforces regulations to prevent health risks. Essentially, it functions as the authority that safeguards consumers by ensuring that health-related products meet strict safety and quality standards.