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A Conversation with the Former FDA Director

America Dissected

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Challenges Facing the FDA and Public Health

This chapter explores the critical challenges the FDA faces due to budget cuts, impacting public health and decision-making processes. It discusses the consequences of staffing reductions on food safety and drug approval, as well as the implications for future public health leadership. Additionally, the chapter highlights the urgent need for investment in educational and research institutions to ensure the U.S. remains competitive in global biomedical science.

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