SENCER DAVID J. [Part III]

Video

Date

April 19, 1983

Description

Dr. David J. Sencer (CDC Director 1966-1977) interviewed by William C. Watson, Jr., Deputy Director and Donald A. Berreth, Office of Public Affairs.

PART 3 of 3

The conversation revolved around the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) commitment to transparency and accountability, particularly in managing public health crises. Speakers shared anecdotes about CDC's diversity and inclusivity challenges and a racial discrimination incident. They also discussed the decision-making process and criticism of the 1976 swine flu vaccination program, highlighting the importance of diverse viewpoints and inconsistencies between press releases and a book written by a former Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare.