August 19, 2022

CDC Shakeup

“The head of the nation’s top public health agency on Wednesday announced a shake-up of the organization, saying it fell short responding to COVID-19 and needs to become more nimble. The planned changes at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — CDC leaders call it a ‘reset’— come amid criticism of the agency’s response to COVID-19, monkeypox and other public health threats. The changes include internal staffing moves and steps to speed up data releases.” AP News

“The nation’s top public health agency relaxed its COVID-19 guidelines [last] Thursday, dropping the recommendation that Americans quarantine themselves if they come into close contact with an infected person. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also said people no longer need to stay at least 6 feet away from others.” AP News

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From the Right

The right is critical of the CDC and urges accountability for its failings.

From the Left

The left is critical of the new guidelines and calls for reforms and additional investment in public health.

The left is critical of the new guidelines and calls for reforms and additional investment in public health.