👉 The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) plays a crucial role in preventing infections, particularly in healthcare settings, by regulating the safety and efficacy of medical devices, drugs, and biological products that can cause or contribute to infections. When a device, drug, or biological product is associated with an increased risk of infection, the FDA evaluates this risk through rigorous review processes. If such a product is deemed unsafe, the FDA can take action to mitigate these risks, which may include issuing safety alerts, requiring additional testing, mandating changes in manufacturing processes, or even withdrawing the product from the market. In healthcare facilities, the FDA also promotes infection control practices and provides guidelines to ensure that medical devices and equipment are properly sterilized and used to minimize the risk of transmitting infections between patients and healthcare workers.
