Former FDA Chief Urges Agency To Loosen Restrictions On Drugs To End Early Pregnancy

Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Jane Henney says Mifepristone is still heavily regulated despite having been proven safe and effective. "I think the FDA has shown a willingness to ... take action," Henney said. "I believe it's important for them to do another review in light of the safety information we know about this drug." In other news, clinics react to the Planned Parenthood's decision to forgo Title X funds and ousted Planned Parenthood head Leana Wen announces her new job.

from Kaiser Health News https://ift.tt/2ZkmAGe