Episode 251: The Future of Public Health with Dr. Georges Benjamin of APHA

24/09/2025 18 min

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This week on Taking The Pulse, Heather and Matthew are joined by one of the nation's leading voices in public health: Dr. Georges Benjamin, Executive Director of the American Public Health Association (APHA). With over two decades of leadership at the APHA, Dr. Benjamin shares how the organization is advocating for Medicaid access, preparing for future health emergencies, and working to rebuild public trust in the wake of COVID-19. We dive into the impact of the “Big Beautiful Bill,” the challenges of vaccine skepticism, and how the APHA is mobilizing thousands of public health professionals to make public health a top national priority. Tune in now!

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