What does FDA stand for?
Food and Drug Administration
What is another acronym for the organization?
USFDA
What federal organization is it part of?
the United States Department of Health and Human Services
Is it a legislative department?
no
What is one of its responsiblities?
protecting and promoting public health
How?
through the control and supervision of food safety, tobacco products, dietary supplements, prescription and over-the-counter pharmaceutical drugs (medications), vaccines, biopharmaceuticals, blood transfusions, medical devices, electromagnetic radiation emitting devices (ERED), cosmetics, animal foods & feed and veterinary products
What is its budget for 2017?
approximately $700 million
Who funds most of that?
pharmaceutical companies
Under what government action?
the Prescription Drug User Fee Act.
What is the title of the FDA's leader?
Commissioner of Food and Drugs
Who appoints the position?
the President
Who advises about the appointment?
the Senate.
Who does the leader report to?
the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Who is the current head?
Scott Gottlieb, M.D.
When did he assume office?
May 2017.
What act is the organization given power to enforce?
the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act
Who grants them this power?
the United States Congress
Is enforcement of this the organization's main role?
yes
What is another noteworthy law they enforce?
Section 361 of the Public Health Service Act