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For centuries, humans have sought ways to protect from deadly diseases. The practice of intentionally exposing healthy people to smallpox, a practice known as variolation, likely began as early as 200 BCE. ...more
Holland & Knight Health Dose is an in-depth weekly dose of legislative and regulatory insights to keep stakeholders abreast of happenings in Washington, D.C., impacting the health sector....more
On July 14, 2023, the World Health Organization (WHO) published a summary of two findings regarding aspartame, an artificial sweetener found in many consumer products. One finding categorized aspartame as “possibly...more
In Washington: The White House moved forward with officially withdrawing the U.S. from the World Health Organization (WHO). The withdrawal would not go into effect until July 6, 2021. Sen. Foreign Affairs Committee...more
Last week, the World Health Organization (WHO) issued two reports suggesting that declining private investment and lack of innovation in the development of new antibiotics is undermining efforts to combat drug-resistant...more
The State Department is initiating a public process to consider the implications of Access and Benefit-Sharing (ABS) regimes for global health and biomedical research. The Federal Register Notice announcing this initiative...more
On September 18, 2014, the Obama administration announced a comprehensive initiative to combat the growing threat of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The initiative centers largely on preventing overuse of antibiotics and...more