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US FDA suspends food safety quality checks after staff cuts

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The impacted program is responsible for testing pathogens and contaminants in food.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has temporarily suspended routine food safety inspections due to budget constraints and staff shortages, as reported by Today.com. This suspension, effective immediately, affects inspections of food manufacturing facilities, which are crucial for ensuring the safety of the nation's food supply. The FDA has stated that this decision was made to prioritize resources and focus on higher-risk facilities and urgent situations. The agency plans to resume routine inspections as soon as possible, but no specific timeline has been provided. This development raises concerns about potential risks to public health and the integrity of the food supply chain.

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