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Erica Schwartz: Who is the new CDC director?
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Stephanie Weaver , as published by FOX 26 Houston
· August 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Senate confirmed her appointment on Wednesday.
A new director has been confirmed to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Dr. Erica Schwartz has been selected for the role. The Senate confirmed her appointment on Wednesday. Further information about Dr. Schwartz is available from the source. Details about her background and what she brings to the position can be found through additional reporting from FOX 26 Houston .
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Published: August 5, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 26 Houston ·
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What is this story about? A new director has been confirmed to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Dr. Erica Schwartz has been selected for the role. The Senate confirmed her appointment on Wednesday. Further…
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