All articles tagged with #public health controversy
FDA Commissioner Marty Makary resigns under mounting pressure over the administration’s flavored e-cigarette approval, with acting commissioner Kyle Diamantas set to take over as the agency grapples with staff shortages, industry pushback, and a looming search for a permanent replacement who must balance political goals with federal law.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defends his response to the US measles outbreak and criticizes CDC leadership amid internal turmoil and mounting criticism over his vaccine stance and management style.
A CDC report on thimerosal in vaccines cites a non-existent study, raising concerns about accuracy and the influence of anti-vaccine advocates on upcoming vaccine advisory meetings, amid broader controversy over vaccine safety and panel appointments.