STAT+: Democratic doctors and scientists ride the blue wave
The clinicians and researchers who will take office are ready to tackle the U.S. health care system.
Democratic physicians, nurses and scientists experienced significant wins across the United States during Tuesday's midterm elections, contributing to Democrats' resurgence in Congress, according to STAT+. The elections underscored the importance of health care, public health, and confidence in scientific expertise. Among the most noteworthy victories were those of epidemiologist Abdul El-Sayed, who secured a Michigan Senate seat, and pediatrician Annie Andrews, who defied expectations to win South Carolina's Senate seat in an upset, both propelling Democrats to regain control of the chamber.
Ohio's newly elected Governor, physician Amy Acton, formerly the state's pandemic-era health director, further solidified the Democrats' healthcare focus. Democrats reclaimed the House of Representatives with the election of registered nurse Mitchell Berman in Wisconsin, health care executive Rebecca Bennett in New Jersey, microbiologist Jasmine Clark in Georgia, microbiologist Manny Rutinel in Colorado, and pediatrician Richard Pan in California. STAT+ encourages readers to delve into the full story for more details.
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