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Senior officials at the FDA's tobacco center were reportedly blindsided by new guidelines that permit certain electronic cigarettes and nicotine pouches to enter the U.S. market without full regulatory review. These guidelines, published shortly before former FDA Commissioner Marty Makary's resignation, bypass the standard public comment period and scientific verification process. The move has caused internal confusion and raised questions about the policy's origin and authorization, with some experts suggesting it may have overridden the concerns of subject matter experts. AI

The FDA has eased restrictions on certain vaping products and is reconsidering a ban on minors using tanning beds, signaling a shift in priorities under the MAHA administration. These changes risk undermining efforts to curb unhealthy habits among teenagers and could embolden industries marketing addictive products. The agency authorized its first fruit-flavored vapes for adults, a decision opposed by the American Academy of Pediatrics, and issued new guidance that will not prioritize enforcement against some unauthorized vaping products. AI