A new director has taken the helm of a prominent public health institution. Dr. Erica Schwartz, a former deputy surgeon general, has begun her role. She brings a unique blend of experience, including a background in the Navy. Dr. Schwartz is the second Black American to lead the agency and the first Black woman to do so.

Further details about her appointment and the agency's future plans are available. The institution had been without a permanent director for nearly a year, following the ousting of its previous leader after just 27 days.

Dr. Schwartz's leadership marks a new chapter for the organization, and more information can be found through the original source.