Former Texas health official resigns from top CDC leadership role just months after joining

A health story from Texas, reported by KERA Dallas (NPR).

Health · Texas · October 27, 2026

From KERA Dallas (NPR)

Dr. Jennifer Shuford was tapped by President Trump to serve as the agency's deputy director and chief medical officer.

Reported by KERA Dallas (NPR), October 27, 2026. Read the full story at KERA Dallas (NPR) →

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