Description

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a federal agency responsible for protecting public health by ensuring the safety and efficacy of food, drugs, and medical devices. It regulates the approval process for new medications and monitors the safety of products on the market.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term may be used in various contexts, including regulatory discussions and clinical trials. Common variants heard might include 'Administración de Alimentos y Medicamentos' or simply 'FDA', which should be avoided in formal contexts. It's crucial to maintain the formal register when interpreting this term.

Example Sentences

EN: The United States Food and Drug Administration has approved a new vaccine for emergency use.

ES: La United States Food and Drug Administration ha aprobado una nueva vacuna para uso de emergencia.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'Food and Drug Administration' with similar regulatory bodies; using informal or colloquial terms instead of the official term; mispronouncing 'administración' as 'administración' with incorrect emphasis.