USPSTF members' conflicts of interest revealed under Kennedy-era waivers

Federal health officials granted blanket ethics waivers to members of the influential USPSTF preventive care panel, allowing them to participate in decisions despite owning pharma stocks and private practices. Filings reveal undisclosed financial ties, raising questions about the integrity of preventive care recommendations. The development is significant as it could undermine public trust in federal health guidance and may prompt calls for reform.

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