CDC staff reel from shooting, harassment, vaccine panel and mass layoffs

Published by CBS News on August 22, 2025

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/cdc-staff-shooting-harassment-vaccine-panel-layoffs/

Recent turmoil at the CDC has exposed deep tensions around workplace culture, leadership decisions, and scientific independence. Staff departures, harassment complaints, and changes to advisory panels have raised questions about how internal dynamics affect morale and mission. The situation underscores the importance of a supportive, transparent environment to sustain effective public health work.