Washington, United States, March 7, 2026 (AFP) - Embattled top US vaccine official to step down

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A top official who oversaw vaccines at the US Food and Drug Administration will leave his post at the end of April, the agency's chief confirmed on Friday. Vinay Prasad was appointed as the FDA's chief medical officer in 2025 but had since drawn criticism from scientists and former health officials over decisions related to health policy, particularly surrounding the efficacy of the Covid-19 vaccine. FDA Commissioner Marty Makary said Friday that......

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