HA | Health Authority

Q: HA | Health Authority

Health Authority A Health Authority (HA) is a public body responsible for evaluating, authorising, and monitoring medicines and medical devices. It may be national ( ANSM in France, FDA in the US) or international ( EMA in Europe). HAs set quality and safety standards, grant marketing authorisations, and oversee pharmacovigilance. Their role is central to ensuring patient access to safe and effective treatments.

Health Authority

A Health Authority (HA) is a public body responsible for evaluating, authorising, and monitoring medicines and medical devices.

It may be national (ANSM in France, FDA in the US) or international (EMA in Europe).

HAs set quality and safety standards, grant marketing authorisations, and oversee pharmacovigilance. Their role is central to ensuring patient access to safe and effective treatments.