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Robert R. Redfield

Robert R. Redfield is an American virologist and public health expert who served as the director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from 2018 to 2021. He is known for his research on HIV/AIDS and influenza, helping develop vaccines and treatments. During his tenure at the CDC, he focused on disease prevention, public health policies, and managing infectious disease outbreaks, including COVID-19. Redfield’s work aims to improve health outcomes through scientific research, disease control strategies, and health education.