Supplemental Filings: FDA Can't 'Plug' All Shortage Holes, New Jobs For Billy Dunn, Lisa Parks & Heidi Rebello
Executive Summary
From infant formula to drugs, Califf can't get away from shortage work. Plus, the revolving door brings new jobs for some top pharma folks.
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