News We’re Watching – US FDA Updates, Digital Therapeutics Legislation, AI Endoscopies, Monkeypox EUA, And New AdvaMed Chair
Executive Summary
The US Food and Drug Administration recently issued updates regarding improvements to its online submissions portal, enhancements to its electronic medical device reporting system, pediatric X-ray guidance, expanded indications for a popular breathing device, and mammogram guidelines; and more news we’re watching.
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