Antonia Novello (former U.S. Surgeon General)

Antonia Novello is a physician and public health expert who served as the 14th Surgeon General of the United States from 1990 to 1993, becoming the first woman and the first Hispanic person to hold this position. She focused on issues like disease prevention, child health, and health education. Novello's leadership emphasized the importance of accessible healthcare and raising awareness about health problems affecting minorities and vulnerable populations. Her work helped shape national health policies and promote healthier communities through education and preventive measures.