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WHO Pushes for Inclusive Drug Testing in Pregnancy
1/14/2026
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Story summary
- The World Health Organization plans to address the lack of drug testing in pregnancy, a Thalidomide tragedy legacy.
- Dr. Teesta Dey of the World Health Organization emphasizes inclusive trials to prevent past exclusions from causing mistrust.
- The WHO will develop guidelines for drug developers and encourage the inclusion of pregnant women in clinical trials.
- The initiative aims to empower women to make informed health decisions during pregnancy.
