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A New Chapter for Public Health: Dr. Jennifer Shuford Appointed CDC Deputy Director

In a significant development for national public health, President Donald Trump has appointed Dr. Jennifer Shuford, a highly respected Texas health official, as the new Deputy Director and Chief Medical Officer of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This appointment comes at a critical juncture for the agency, facing both internal and external challenges, and brings a seasoned infectious disease expert to a pivotal leadership role.