Protecting Public Health During Uncertain Times

Protecting Public Health During Uncertain Times

Part I: Contagion of Mistrust: Jonas Salk, Anthony Fauci, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the Partisan Backlash Against Public Health
Remarks from Sheryl Stolberg , a New York Times correspondent covering the intersection of health policy and politics. She is currently writing a book that explores how the partisanship that divides America has affected the nation's health.

Part II: Current Threats to Public Health Under the Trump Administration: What’s Keeping Us Up at Night?
Remarks from Georges Benjamin, MD, Executive Director of the American Public Health Association (APHA) and former Secretary of the Maryland Department of Health.

Part III: Advocating for Public Health and Planning for Your Career
Hear how APHA is responding to these setbacks and what YOU can do. Brainstorm with DHS faculty about staying informed and finding jobs/internships during uncertain times.

Moderator: Professor Jody Gan, Department of Health Studies

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Mary Graydon Center - 128 Eagle Summit Room, 4400 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, United States