Media releases
Media releases from the TGA for consumers, health professionals, industry and the community.
Media enquiry contacts are 02 6289 7400 or news@health.gov.au
For general enquiries contact info@tga.gov.au
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Latest Media releases
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On Thursday 18 December, following an investigation into the suspected illegal supply and manufacture of vaping substances, the TGA led a major operation targeting illicit vaping products at 2 locations in Bendigo.
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We have received an internationally recognised designation from the World Health Organization (WHO), reaffirming our role as a trusted global medicines regulator ensuring medicines and vaccines meet the highest international standards for quality, safety and efficacy.
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We have issued 2 infringement notices totalling $7,716 to a Queensland-based individual for the alleged unlawful importation of counterfeit botulinum toxin type A and the unlawful advertising of cosmetic injectables.
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We have issued 5 infringement notices, totalling $19,800, to a NSW-based individual, for the alleged unlawful importation of unapproved prescription-only medicines in contravention of the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989.
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We have issued an infringement notice, to the value of $19,800, to PERDAY'S HEALTH FUNCTIONAL FOOD (AU) PTY LTD (Perdays Australia) for the alleged unlawful advertising of a listed medicine.
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A decision by the TGA will strengthen safety controls for products containing vitamin B6, and help to reduce the risk of nerve damage associated with the long-term consumption of high doses.