News Release
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, April 8, 2004 |
Contact: HHS Press Office
(202) 690-6343
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STATEMENT BY TOMMY G. THOMPSON
Secretary of Health and Human Services
Regarding the Appointment of Stewart Simonson
To Be Assistant Secretary for Public Health Emergency Preparedness
Stewart Simonson will be an outstanding Assistant Secretary for Public Health Emergency Preparedness as we strive to protect the health of the American public and support the War on Terrorism. Throughout his career, I have valued his sound advice and good counsel.
Stewart has focused on public health preparedness issues and been a key member of the HHS team since before the September 11, 2001 attacks and the anthrax attacks a month later. His understanding of the HHS role in homeland security and familiarity with the challenges we face make him an ideal choice to lead our Public Health Emergency Preparedness Office at this important time.
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Last Revised: April 8, 2004
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