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CDC Communication Report: Public Trust and Health Impact.

This act requires the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to prepare a report on the communication and decision-making processes of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The report will assess how inconsistent CDC messaging has affected public trust and willingness to follow health guidance, including COVID-19 vaccine uptake. The goal is to improve future CDC actions, potentially influencing how citizens receive and respond to public health information.
Key points
Assessment of how inconsistent CDC messaging impacts public trust and adherence to health guidance.
Analysis of data used by the CDC for recommendations and the influence of outside entities on these decisions.
Recommendations for the CDC to improve future messaging and decision-making, potentially enhancing public health efforts.
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Print number: 117_S_2536
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2021-07-29