Deb Howery
Former CDC chief medical officer and deputy director with roughly 11 years at the agency, overseeing national centers for infectious disease, chronic and environmental health, and science publications.
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Feb 20, 2026 • 52min
RFK Jr.: One Year in Office
Dr. Deb Howery, former CDC chief medical officer with 11 years overseeing infectious and chronic disease programs, explains why she resigned and what cuts at CDC mean. She walks through contested policy shifts on vaccines, fluoride, and maternal and gender-care guidance. Short segments also cover nutrition in medical training, environmental health priorities, and rebuilding trust in public health.
