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Senate Confirms Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC Director
The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the new director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This appointment marks the agency's first permanent leader in over a year, establishing a new head for the public health institution.
08/19/2026 · West Virginia edition
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Why it matters locally: The confirmation of a permanent CDC Director is relevant for West Virginia as the agency plays a crucial role in public health initiatives, disease prevention, and response to health crises that could affect the state's population and healthcare systems.
Washington — The Senate has confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Her confirmation establishes a permanent director for the agency, a position that remained open for more than one year. Dr. Schwartz now assumes leadership of the CDC, an organization responsible for protecting public health and safety through the control and prevention of disease, injury, and disability.Related Topics
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