Drugs and the FDA

Drugs and the FDA explores how the United States Food and Drug Administration became the leading authority on drug safety and efficacy, shaped by past tragedies, health crises, and patient advocacy. Mikkael Sekeres, a renowned oncologist and former FDA advisory committee chair, provides insights into the agency’s history and its crucial role in protecting public health. The book highlights key moments that prompted governmental action to regulate medicines and medical devices, illustrating the evolution of the FDA’s authority.