# Dr. Erica Schwartz confirmed as new CDC director, ending year-long vacancy

https://mins.news/en/item/14462

- CNN, 2026-08-05 19:35 UTC
- Health
- Original: https://www.cnn.com/2026/08/05/health/erica-schwartz-senate-vote?Date=20260805&Profile=CNN

> Dr. Erica Schwartz has been confirmed as the new director of the CDC. Her confirmation ends a vacancy that lasted for a year. The appointment fills the agency’s top leadership post after the extended gap.

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