Dr. Vivek Murthy to represent America on the WHO Executive Board

by | Oct 6, 2022 | Current Affairs | 0 comments

  • US President Joe Biden has appointed Indian-origin Dr. Vivek Murthy as America’s representative on the Executive Board of the World Health Organization (WHO).
  • Dr Murthy, 45, will serve in the new position alongside his continued duties as the US Surgeon General.
  • As the nation’s doctor, the Surgeon General’s mission is to help lay the foundation for a healthier country.
  • Dr Murthy also commands a uniformed service of over 6,000 dedicated public health officers.
  • As the nation’s doctor, the Surgeon General’s mission is to help lay the foundation for a healthier country, relying on the best scientific information available to provide clear, consistent and equitable guidance and resources for the public.