The new Director of Maine’s Center for Disease Control & Prevention joins us to introduce herself and discuss her priorities as the state’s public health leader. Dr. Puthiery Va started the job last month. Her background is in epidemiology, and, most recently, she oversaw public health in the Navajo Nation in Arizona. We’ll learn about her plans for the future—and she’ll answer your questions about Covid and other health concerns.
Panelist:
Dr. Puthiery Va, director, Maine Center for Disease Control & Prevention
Resources:
The Mills administration announces a new head of the Maine CDC | Maine Public
Doctor who led COVID-19 response for Navajo Nation in Arizona to become Maine CDC director | AP News
COVID-19 infections rise in Maine, and wastewater testing indicates more to come (pressherald.com)
