FDA Launches Operation Stork Speed to Ensure Infant Formula Safety

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has launched 'Operation Stork Speed' under the leadership of HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to enhance the safety and quality of the domestic infant formula supply. Key initiatives include updating nutrient standards for the first time since 1998, increasing testing for contaminants, and encouraging clearer labeling from manufacturers. The FDA will also collaborate with the National Institutes of Health to fill research gaps regarding the health impacts of formula feeding. This initiative follows independent testing by Consumer Reports that revealed potentially harmful contaminants in some infant formulas. Kennedy emphasized the FDA's commitment to ensuring that infant formula products are safe and nutritious for families relying on them. The agency aims to reassure caregivers about the integrity and availability of infant formula, crucial for the health and development of young children.