Georgia physicians on navigating the current public health misinformation crisis

A new survey by the Annenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania found that trust in U.S. health and science agencies has declined since the inauguration of President Donald Trump. Amid the rapid spread of misinformation about vaccines, budget cuts, and layoffs at agencies like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, has public trust in the health care system reached a crisis level? Also, where can Georgians turn for credible medical information? “Closer Look” show host Rose Scott talks with Atlanta area doctors about how they are helping their patients navigate the current political and social climate. The guests also share some of their best practices for finding trusted medical advice.

Guests included:

Dr. Fiona Havers, an infectious disease physician, a vaccine expert, and a former CDC employee

Dr. Cecil Bennett of Newnan Family Medicine

Dr. Dawn Mandeville, an OB-GYN and a managing partner of Atlanta Gynecology & Obstetrics

Dr. Nicholas Church of Somerset Medical

Dr. Dhaval Desai, a board-certified Internist and pediatrician and owner of Direct Primary Care

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