Opinion by Abbott CEO Robert Ford: “We’re sorry to every family we’ve let down since our voluntary recall exacerbated our nation’s baby formula shortage. Here’s what we’re doing to fix it.”
was the right thing to do. We will not take risks when it comes to the health of children. The data collected during the investigation, genetic sequencing, retained product samples and available product from the four complaints did not find any connection between our products and the four reported illnesses in children. However, the
Our highest priority is getting babies safe, quality formula they need as fast as possible. Our customers want to know when shelves will be full again, whether the product they’re buying is safe, what will prevent this from happening again, and what we’re doing to help parents now. So, here’s what we’re doing.