New CDC director acknowledges agency problems in first large staff meeting

In her first large staff meeting, the new director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention promised Wednesday to advocate for the agency while acknowledging that congressionally funded programs lacked staff and employees were feeling burned out.
New CDC director acknowledges agency problems in first large staff meeting

The new director of the CDC held her first large staff meeting, acknowledging significant challenges within the agency. She pledged to advocate for the organization while also recognizing issues such as understaffing in congressionally funded programs and widespread employee burnout.

  • New CDC director addressed staff in her first large meeting.
  • She acknowledged understaffing in congressionally funded programs.
  • Employee burnout was also recognized as a significant issue.
  • The director promised to advocate for the agency.
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