New top leaders at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) told staff they’re focused on hiring more people, including for senior roles, to alleviate pressure on the agency, according to a recording of a meeting.
Sean Slovenski, the CDC’s new principal deputy director and chief operating officer, said Monday he will work to improve the agency’s operating strategy over the next four to six months. That includes tackling low morale and how many temporary leaders are occupying top positions.
“I’ve never seen more acting roles in my life,” he said.
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