As US FDA’s Principal Deputy Commissioner, Woodcock Focusing On Food Issues

Commissioner Robert Califf wants Janet Woodcock to improve food operations and processes, but lawmakers question whether she is the best overseer for the area.

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Janet Woodcock’s focus on operations and improvements at the US Food and Drug Administration for the near future appears to be in the food area, as opposed to drugs, where she has the most experience and expertise.

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