FDA Releases New Opioid Plan as Senators Stall Robert Califf’s Confirmation as Commissioner

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Robert Califf, the nominee to serve as the next FDA commissioner, and other FDA leaders called for a broad plan to reassess the agency’s approach to prescription opioid medications. The move comes as Senators block a vote on his confirmation for the top post.

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