US FDA

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a government agency responsible for protecting public health by ensuring the safety, effectiveness, and security of food, medications, vaccines, medical devices, cosmetics, and tobacco products. It regulates the development, manufacturing, and distribution of these products, conducts inspections, reviews research data, and enforces laws to prevent unsafe or fraudulent products from reaching consumers. Essentially, the FDA helps ensure that the products people use daily are safe and effective, supporting informed choices and public health protection.