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The Rise of Injectable Peptides: Can the FDA Keep Up?

October 19, 2026By Peterson Lera

Social media wellness influencers have drawn growing attention for promoting injectable peptides as a route to better health. The promised benefits range from improved sleep and weight loss to muscle growth. Peptides are short chains of amino acids that act as chemical messengers in the body, helping control things like hormones, digestion, inflammation, and the […]

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FDA v. E-Cigarettes: The Supreme Court’s Role in Shaping the Future of Public Health and Vaping Regulation

February 5, 2025By Stephanie Blanco

Under the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act (the “Act”), the Federal Drug Administration (“FDA”), responsible for protecting and promoting public health and safety, regulates the manufacture and production of tobacco products, including e-cigarettes.[i] The Act provides the FDA with agency regulatory authority to approve the sale of tobacco products if the applicant […]

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The Rise of Injectable Peptides: Can the FDA Keep Up?

FDA v. E-Cigarettes: The Supreme Court’s Role in Shaping the Future of Public Health and Vaping Regulation