New CDC pick may face "threat to follow ideology over evidence," ex-official says
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A new CDC appointee, Dr. Erica Schwartz, faces scrutiny over prioritizing ideology over evidence.
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If the CDC prioritizes ideology over evidence, public health policies could be less effective, potentially impacting your family's health and safety.
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A new CDC pick, Dr. Erica Schwartz, is facing scrutiny regarding her approach to public health. An unnamed ex-official warned that her appointment could pose a "threat to follow ideology over evidence." This concern suggests potential shifts in how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) might operate under her leadership. However, former Trump Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams praised Dr. Erica Schwartz as a "home run pick." The differing opinions highlight a debate over the future direction of the nation's public health agency.
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