Anthony Fauci to step down as chief US medical adviser at end of year – as it happened
by Chris Stein from US news | The Guardian on (#62RXP)
- US government's top doctor became perhaps the most recognizable face of White House's response to Covid during Trump and Biden eras
- Fauci to step down in December to pursue next chapter' of career
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The departure of Anthony Fauci comes amid what is looking to be a major shake-up of American public health institutions. Last week, the head of the CDC announced reforms to the agency, which was criticized for its response to Covid-19 and, more recently, monkeypox:
The head of the top US public health agency on Wednesday announced a shake-up of the organization, intended to make it more nimble.
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