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U.S. agency ensuring safety and efficacy of drugs and food

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a U.S. government agency responsible for protecting public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of drugs, biological products, medical devices, food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation. The FDA also plays a crucial role in advancing public health by helping to speed innovations that make medicines and foods more effective, safer, and more affordable.

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