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MHRA Chair welcomes re-appointment of three non-executive directors
Professor Anthony Harnden has congratulated the trio of Agency board members on the extension of their appointments.

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Mirdametinib approved to treat plexiform neurofibromas in children, adolescents, and adults with neurofibromatosis type 1
As with any medicine, the MHRA will keep the safety and effectiveness of mirdametinib under close review.

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Strengthening collaboration between the MHRA and the Department of Health Northern Ireland
The MHRA and Northern Ireland partners are working together to support innovation, enhance patient safety and ensure people in Northern Ireland benefit from world-class regulation.

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Five festive mistakes you didn’t know you were making: MHRA urges the public to be merry, not risky – don’t mix medicines with alcohol
This holiday season, the MHRA is highlighting one of the most overlooked winter health risks: combining medicines with alcohol.

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Hepatitis B vaccines for babies
All babies in the UK get the hepatitis B vaccine. It has a well-established safety record and ensures long-term protection against the virus.

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Chris Kessler: How access to innovative rare therapies can transform the lives of children like Charlie
A story of hope, medical innovation, and the impact of effective regulation on access to treatment.

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The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency regulates medicines, medical devices and blood components for transfusion in the UK.
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