AMA deeply troubled by CDC turmoil

The following statement is attributable to:
Bobby M. Mukkamala, MD
President, American Medical Association

“Last night’s removal of CDC Director Susan Monarez and the resignations of other senior CDC leaders are highly alarming at a challenging moment for public health. This destabilization comes at a time when CDC’s credibility and leadership are more essential than ever. In the wake of CDC budget cuts and the termination of hundreds of employees earlier this year, the AMA is deeply concerned that this turmoil leaves us highly susceptible to public health threats.

“We must restore confidence in our public health institutions to ensure that scientific expertise and data drive guidance and policy.”