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CDC's Social Media Stalled Amid Layoffs, Experts Alarmed

5/26/2025

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On April 24, HHS took control of the CDC's social media accounts, stopping content approvals just as layoffs hit the communications team. This disruption has left vital public health information stagnant, raising alarms among experts who fear it could jeopardize lives during critical outbreaks. Since the layoffs on April 1, the CDC's social media presence has been eerily quiet.

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Story summary

On April 24, HHS took control of the CDC's social media accounts, stopping content approvals just as layoffs hit the communications team. This disruption has left vital public health information stagnant, raising alarms among experts who fear it could jeopardize lives during critical outbreaks. Since the layoffs on April 1, the CDC's social media presence has been eerily quiet.