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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@RWalensky
Nominee for CDC Director, Chief of Infectious Diseases @MGHMedicine, Decision science researcher, Mother of boys
- I began my medical career at the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis, and I've spent my life ever since working to research, treat, and combat infectious diseases. I'm honored to be called to lead the brilliant team at the CDC. We are ready to combat this virus with science and facts.
- If I have a cup of water, I can put out a stove fire. But I can’t put out a forest fire, even if that water is 100% potent. That’s why everyone must wear a mask. As a nation, we’ll recover faster if you give the vaccine less work to do when it's ready.
- Government service was never part of my plans. But every doctor knows that when a patient is coding, your plans don’t matter. You run to the code. And when a nation is coding—if you are called to serve, you serve.
00:00 - Studies have demonstrated the COVID-19 vaccine is safe. The vaccine gives us hope. And I urge everyone to take it once it is available. Until then and after you are vaccinated, please continue to stay safe and vigilant.
00:00 - Not seeing our loved ones, not being able to be together or embrace each other, is incredibly hard. I know people are frustrated. But we need your patience just a little while longer. Your 9-1-1 call is being answered.
00:00 - Today, I received my first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at @MassGeneralNews. I've never had more faith in the promise of science and the power of hope to get us through this. I urge all Americans to get vaccinated as soon as you're able, wear a mask, and stop the spread.
- We are in “free fall” with the #COVID19 situation in the US. We need a national & comprehensive call to action. @mgh_id @CNN @MassGeneralNews @maddow
00:00 - I’m proud that my husband Dr. @LorenWalensky got the COVID-19 vaccine today. He’s on the front lines caring for children with cancer at the @DanaFarber Cancer Institute. Please stay safe…more vaccines are coming!
- I promise to work with my colleagues at the C.D.C. to harness the power of American science to confront the enormous challenges we face.
- The largest burden of COVID-19 deaths has fallen on people over 65, but young people are also dying at historic rates. There's been ~12,000 more deaths than expected among young adults. So wear a mask, be safe. Do your part as the vaccine is distributed.
- Help is here; vaccine rollout is underway. But vaccines will not get us out of our current surge. Please wear a mask, social distance, and make smart decisions—especially for the holidays—to keep your loved ones and neighbors safe.Today, I received the COVID-19 vaccine. To the scientists and researchers who worked tirelessly to make this possible — thank you. We owe you an awful lot. And to the American people — know there is nothing to worry about. When the vaccine is available, I urge you to take it.
- In the weeks and months ahead, the Biden-Harris administration will take key steps to dramatically increase #vaccinations in this country. Read more about our plan in @USATODAY:
- Today is a momentous day. At the CDC, we will lead with science to distribute the vaccine quickly, equitably, conveniently and safely. To speed our path to recovery, we must give the vaccine less work to do. Please do your part by wearing a mask.
