Health technology: FDA Commissioner Makary Resigns After Year of Regulatory Upheaval

FDA Commissioner Makary Resigns After Year of Regulatory Upheaval

247 Health News Editorial

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17 May 2026

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FDA Commissioner Marty Makary resigned after one year marked by scientist dismissals and controversial vaccine policy changes. The regulatory upheaval creates uncertainty for drug approvals and clinical practice guidelines.

Originally reported by STAT News

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