Health Jan 31 FDA announces overhaul of food program to protect consumers and food supply By JoNel Aleccia, Associated Press
Health Dec 06 Panel calls for stronger leadership, clearer mission of FDA foods program A panel is calling for changes at the federal agency that oversees most of the nation's food supply, saying revamped leadership, a clear mission and more urgency are needed to prevent illness outbreaks and to promote good health. By JoNel Aleccia, Associated Press
Health Jun 08 Watch Extended Interview: FDA Food Protection Head Discusses Food Safety Dr. David Acheson took on the newly created position of assistant commissioner of food protection at the Food and Drug Administration last month. He was previously the director of the FDA's Office of Food Defense. He spoke with NewsHour correspondent…
Politics Apr 26 Watch Global Food Chain Leads to Food Safety Challenges Recent recalls of peanut butter and pet food have focused public attention on food safety -- particularly imported items. Guests discuss current regulations and whether new rules are needed.