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FDA Staffing Cuts Leave Food Safety Checks in Limbo

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April 21, 2025 1 Negative I want health & wellness updates
FDA Staffing Cuts Leave Food Safety Checks in Limbo

The FDA is shifting many routine inspections to state agencies after laying off travel‑support staff who arrange overseas factory visits. Inspectors say canceled trips are delaying oversight of plants making baby food, eye drops, and generic drugs — widening an already serious backlog.

What this means for you:
Fewer foreign inspections raise the odds of tainted products reaching grocery and pharmacy shelves.
Safety may hinge on your state’s resources; staying alert to recalls and expiration dates just got more important.
Expect Congressional pressure for emergency funds or reforms — public feedback can shape how fast fixes arrive.

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