DeLauro Whistles For Investigation Of US FDA Response To Whistleblower Report On Abbott Formula Facility
Executive Summary
Appropriations chairwoman Rosa DeLauro wants answers from HHS Office of Inspector General about FDA’s response to whistleblower report of contamination at Abbott Nutrition infant formula facility. Report described pattern of unsatisfactory quality control practices at the plant.
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