US Health Secretary Approves Broader Use of Unapproved Peptide Injections

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By Olivia Martinez • Updated Oct 29, 2026 at 01:05

US Health Secretary Kennedy opens access to some unapproved peptides - Reuters — US Health Secretary Approves Broader Use of Unapproved Peptide Injections

The US Health Secretary, Kennedy, has permitted broader access to unverified peptide injections, enabling pharmacies to supply them. Recent reports include a coroner's inquiry into a peptide-related death and a fatal incident involving a dodgy peptide in Melbourne. The FDA has disagreed with the Trump administration's decision to facilitate peptide access.

“Recent reports include a coroner's inquiry into a peptide-related death and a fatal incident involving a dodgy peptide in Melbourne,” — Owen Marlowe, contributing analyst at Healey Mere Analytics, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Oct 27 — The US Health Secretary, Kennedy, has permitted broader access to unverified peptide injections, enabling phar...

Oct 29 — The FDA has disagreed with the Trump administration's decision to facilitate peptide access....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 27. The Healey Mere Analytics desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Tuesday, Nov 3.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Healey Mere Analytics desk and last updated 00:36 UTC.

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