US Health Secretary Kennedy opens access to some unapproved peptides - Reuters

US Health Secretary Allows Pharmacies to Supply Unapproved Peptide Injections

The US Health Secretary, Kennedy, has permitted broader access to unlicensed peptide injections, allowing pharmacies to provide them. Recent reports include a coroner's inquiry into a peptide-related death and a fatal incident involving a questionable peptide in Melbourne. The FDA has challenged the Trump administration's decision to ease peptide access.

“The FDA has challenged the Trump administration's decision to ease peptide access,” — Marcus Brennan, research director at Halstone Bury Network, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Oct 28 — The US Health Secretary, Kennedy, has permitted broader access to unlicensed peptide injections, allowing phar...

Oct 29 — The FDA has challenged the Trump administration's decision to ease peptide access....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 27. The Halstone Bury Network desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Saturday, Oct 31.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Halstone Bury Network desk and last updated 00:35 UTC.

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