The European Federation of Associations of Health Product Manufacturers, EHPM, is hopeful the upcoming EU elections will trigger action on key issues related to dietary supplements, including novel food authorizations and harmonized vitamin levels.
Agreeing harmonized maximum levels for vitamins and minerals in supplements and providing clarity on novel foods should be top of the agenda for EU policymakers over the coming five years, according to the European Federation of Associations of Health Product Manufacturers, EHPM.
Ahead of European Parliament elections from 6-9 June 2024, the EHPM – which represents around 1,600 manufacturers and distributors of supplements – has set
Germany’s Federal Institute for Risk Assessment says that there is "no evidence that people with androgenetic alopecia have special dietary needs or a special nutrient requirement.”
AESGP, MedTech Europe and other associations representing medtech companies including manufacturers of self-care devices call for such products to be included in European Commission proposals for “zero-for-zero” trade in industrial goods between Europe and the US.
Just under half of Austrian pharmacists surveyed by Elpato Medien are “convinced that the OTC business will ensure the survival of their pharmacy.”
HBW Insight catches up with UK OTC industry association CEO Michelle Riddalls to talk about digital self-care and the unrealized promise of Brexit - part 2.
