FDA's panel of independent science advisors charged with reviewing the agency's work on bisphenol-A, a chemical commonly found in hard plastics and the lining of food cans, criticized FDA's current policy on the substance. The panel has "significant concerns" with the draft scientific assessment FDA released in August.

A scientific consulting group posted material on its website bragging about some of the accomplishments it had made on behalf of its clients, including the delay of a ban on a potentially harmful drug, according to a House investigation. ABC News reports:

Last week, the House Energy and Commerce Committee began an investigation into the use and federal regulation of bisphenol-A (BPA), a chemical commonly found in a host of consumer products including CDs and baby bottles.

Reps. John Dingell (D-MI) and Bart Stupak (D-MI) wrote to seven manufacturers of infant products inquiring as to the chemical's use: