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Vinay Prasad on Pharmaceuticals, the FDA, and the Death of Duty

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Examining the FDA's Evolving Role in Pharmaceutical Regulation

This chapter examines the FDA's regulatory role in the pharmaceutical industry, highlighting a shift from past criticisms of excessive caution to current concerns about inadequate protection of public health. It traces significant historical milestones and discusses how current practices may favor large corporations, raising alarms about their impact on public health.

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