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John Wilkerson
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By John Wilkerson Verified| STAT Verified WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration will remove industry representatives from advisory committees and replace them with patients and caregivers, Commissioner Marty Makary announced Thursday. While that’s not really a big change, it’s the latest effort by Makary and his boss, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., to reduce the influence of the pharmaceutical industry. Makary announced the change during his first interview as commissioner.
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By John Wilkerson Verified| STAT Verified WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration will remove industry representatives from advisory committees and replace them with patients and caregivers, Commissioner Marty Makary announced Thursday. While that’s not really a big change, it’s the latest effort by Makary and his boss, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., to reduce the influence of the pharmaceutical industry. Makary announced the change during his first interview as commissioner.
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STAT News is a digital media outlet focused on health, medicine, and science journalism. Launched in 2015, it specializes in investigative reporting and analysis of medical advancements, pharmaceutical developments, and public health issues. The platform gained significant recognition during the COVID-19 pandemic for its comprehensive coverage, which helped expand its audience and revenue. The company provides in-depth news reporting, features, and opinion pieces from industry experts. It also hosts industry events and collaborates with healthcare organizations through brand partnerships. STAT News operates on a subscription model, offering premium content while temporarily removing paywalls for COVID-19 coverage to enhance public access. With an estimated annual revenue of $56.4 million, the company has seen substantial growth, particularly during the pandemic, and currently employs 364 people.
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