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New Leaders Reshape U.S. Public Health Post-COVID

5/14/2025

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Jay Bhattacharya, Marty Makary, and Vinay Prasad are stepping into pivotal roles in U.S. public health, with Bhattacharya at the helm of the NIH, Makary leading the FDA, and Prasad directing the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research. Together, they champion transparency and evidence-driven policies, aiming to reshape the narrative around Covid-19 and foster a culture of scientific debate.

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Story summary

Jay Bhattacharya, Marty Makary, and Vinay Prasad are stepping into pivotal roles in U.S. public health, with Bhattacharya at the helm of the NIH, Makary leading the FDA, and Prasad directing the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research. Together, they champion transparency and evidence-driven policies, aiming to reshape the narrative around Covid-19 and foster a culture of scientific debate.