‘What, Me Worry?’: Experts Say They’re Not Concerned About FDA Restarting Domestic Inspections Amidst COVID-19

In a few days the US FDA will fire up its domestic inspectorate for the first time since March. But is it a good idea? Three industry experts said during a Food and Drug Law Institute webinar that they’re not particularly worried.

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That's the message from three experts when it comes to FDA inspections

In mere days, on 20 July, the US Food and Drug Administration will fire up its domestic inspectorate for the first time since March, sending investigators back into plants to conduct routine surveillance audits.

But is it a good idea?

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