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Regulation, consternation, Food and Drug Administration - with Robert Califf

Regulation, consternation, Food and Drug Administration - with Robert Califf

Update: 2025-10-10
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The integrity of evidence-based policy is under threat when political agendas override scientific rigor.


In this episode, Dr. Robert Califf, former FDA Commissioner and cardiologist, reflects on his experience leading the FDA and the agency’s critical role in protecting public health through rigorous, science-based regulation across multiple sectors. He warns that political interference, disinformation, and mistrust threaten health outcomes but believes meaningful collaboration can still restore integrity and progress.


Tune in and learn how protecting science-based regulation may be one of the most important public health actions of our time!

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Regulation, consternation, Food and Drug Administration - with Robert Califf

Regulation, consternation, Food and Drug Administration - with Robert Califf

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