M. Joycelyn Elders

M. Joycelyn Elders is an American physician and public health advocate who served as the Surgeon General of the United States from 1993 to 1994. Known for her innovative and candid approach, she focused on issues like sex education, teenage pregnancy, and HIV/AIDS prevention. Elders emphasized the importance of comprehensive sex education and access to reproductive health services, often challenging traditional norms. Her tenure was notable for her advocacy of health policies aimed at improving overall well-being, especially for underserved populations, despite facing political controversy that led to her early departure from the role.