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The '''Food and Drug Administration''' ('''FDA''') is a federal agency within the United States Department of Health and Human Services. It is responsible for protecting and promoting public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, the nation's food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation.
The '''Food and Drug Administration''' ('''FDA''') is a federal agency within the United States Department of Health and Human Services. It is responsible for protecting and promoting public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, the nation's food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation.