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CDC's deputy director resigns after being hired in April
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Key Points:
- Dr. Jennifer Shuford, deputy director and chief medical officer of the CDC, announced her resignation effective November 12, citing a desire to spend more time with her family.
- Shuford was appointed in April 2024 alongside CDC director Dr. Erica Schwartz, and has been recognized for her leadership during a challenging and evolving public health environment.
- Prior to joining the CDC, Shuford served as Texas' chief state epidemiologist and commissioner of the Texas Department of State Health Services, overseeing infectious disease response and public health programs.
- Shuford has been an advocate for vaccination, highlighting the risks of declining measles vaccination rates, particularly during a 2025 measles outbreak in western Texas she described as unusual for the state.
- Satish Pillai will serve as acting CDC chief medical officer and deputy director following Shuford's departure.
