Explore the critical role of the FDA in safeguarding public health and fostering innovation in a thought-provoking interview with Commissioner Peggy Hamburg. Gain insights into the FDA's efforts to streamline regulations, accelerate market innovations, and address pressing challenges in the pharmaceutical industry. Delve into topics such as global regulatory networks, counterfeit drugs, drug shortages, antibiotic resistance, tobacco control, and the future of personalized medicine. Learn about the FDA's strategies for balancing safety concerns with the need for rapid innovation, and understand the complexities involved in making decisions that impact millions of lives.