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President Donald Trump has nominated Erica Schwartz, MD, to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The former deputy U.S. surgeon general and retired rear admiral served as deputy surgeon general in Trump’s first administration, giving her extensive experience. Before Schwartz can be officially selected, the appointment must be confirmed by the Senate. If that happens, Schwartz would
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