How Communication Around COVID Fuels a Mistrust of Science

The CDC’s recent move highlights the growing problems that arise when federal agencies ignore scientific data

By: Joseph V. Sakran,

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Joseph V. Sakran is an associate professor of surgery and nursing, and director of emergency general surgery, Johns Hopkins Hospital, and senior fellow, Satcher Health Leadership Institute. He holds M.D., M.P.H. and M.P.A. degrees. Follow him on Twitter @JosephSakran.

Kavita K. Patel

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Kavita K. Patel is a primary care physician at Mary’s Center in Washington, D.C., and was previously a director of policy in the Obama White House. She holds M.D. and M.S.H.S. degrees. Follow her on Twitter @kavitapmd.

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