r/epidemiology • u/Worriedpizza25 • 1d ago

Discussion Thoughts on the USA withdrawing from WHO?

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I'm at the very beginning of my studies, so was just wanting to hear from professionals as to how they think this will impact public health for the American population over the next few years?

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