All the latest packaging trends for life sciences, all at PACK EXPO East
Explore new packaging solutions for life sciences, all in one convenient location at PACK EXPO East, March 18 – 20 in Philadelphia.

Trump Nominates Alex Azar for HHS Secretary

President Trump picks former Eli Lilly executive to “be a star for better healthcare and lower drug prices!”

Alex Azar in 2006 as deputy secretary of health and human services. / Image: Evan Vucci/AP
Alex Azar in 2006 as deputy secretary of health and human services. / Image: Evan Vucci/AP

A recent New York Times article noted President Trump’s recent nomination for secretary of health and human services, the role responsible for regulating the pharmaceutical industry. Trump’s choice is Alex M. Azar II, who previously held the position of president of the American division of Eli Lilly as well a health official in George W. Bush’s administration.

Should his position be confirmed, Azar will replace Tom Price who recently resigned after he was found out for consistently using chartered jets for government-related travel. Democrats are skeptical the former pharmaceutical executive can effectively lower drug prices given President Trump’s pattern of putting ex-industry officials in charge of regulating their former colleagues.

Discover the right packaging solutions for life sciences in Philadelphia
Explore innovative packaging and supply chain solutions for the life sciences at the largest PACK EXPO East in history, March 18–20. Get ideas from 400+ top exhibitors and connect with colleagues and industry experts—all in one convenient location!
Read More
Discover the right packaging solutions for life sciences in Philadelphia
How to Honor a Leader
Induction into the Packaging & Processing Hall of Fame is the highest honor in our industry. Submit your leader to be considered for the Class of 2024 now through June 10th. New members will be inducted at PACK EXPO International in Chicago.
Read More
How to Honor a Leader