Homeland Preparedness News, September 28, 2021: Should you be concerned about the lack of a permanent FDA Commissioner? NCHR explains why the new Commissioner needs to be someone who cares about public safety and public health.
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Covid-19: FDA set to grant full approval to Pfizer vaccine without public discussion of data
BMJ, August 20, 2021: The FDA is being criticized for not holding an advisory committee meeting to discuss Pfizer’s application for full approval of its covid-19 vaccine. Will it undermine public confidence?
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