Stability Key For US FDA, But Changes Needed For Consumer Health Are Clear

Some stakeholders in regulated industries are concerned that without a history as a public agency executive, Stephen Hahn could have an unpredictable tenure as  FDA commissioner. Still, consumer health industry trade groups note regulatory topics crucial to the industry's growth and consumer safety should be clear.

Stephen Hahn swearing in
FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn, right, takes the oath of office from HHS Secretary Alex Azar with his hand on a Bible held by his wife, Lola. • Source: US Department of Health and Human Services

Stephen Hahn's immediate goals as he starts at commissioner of the US Food and Drug Administration likely include reassuring staff that the agency will continue on its current path.

Some stakeholders in regulated industries are concerned that without a history as a public agency executive, Hahn, sworn in as...

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