Sat Nov 02 02:33:13 UTC 2024: ## FDA Announces Website Updates and Provides Agency News Summary
**Washington, D.C.** – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that its website, FDA.gov, is undergoing updates to reflect a recent agency reorganization that began on October 1, 2024. The FDA encourages users to ensure they are accessing the official website by checking for the “.gov” domain and the secure “https://” connection.
In addition to the website updates, the FDA is providing a summary of recent agency news:
* **FDA’s Mission:** The agency is responsible for protecting public health by ensuring the safety, effectiveness, and security of various products, including drugs, vaccines, medical devices, food, cosmetics, dietary supplements, radiation-emitting products, and tobacco products.
The FDA remains committed to its mission of protecting public health and will continue to update its website and provide timely information to the public.
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