Statement Regarding Margaret Hamburg, M.D., stepping down as FDA Commissioner

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She is a remarkable leader with extraordinary scientific and medical sophistication, as well as excellent judgment and unquestioned dedication to the public good.
SOURCE: NIH Director’s Page – Read entire story here.

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