What regulatory body established under the Public Health Act 2012 (Act 851) regulates the safety of food, drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics in Ghana?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA)
- Step 1: The FDA is the national regulatory authority for consumable products and medical therapeutics. Step 2. It tests, licenses, and monitors pharmaceutical distribution to protect consumer health. Answer: The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA). Why not the others: GSA sets standards for industrial goods; Pharmacy Council licenses pharmacists and chemical shops; Medical and Dental Council licenses medical practitioners.
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