Sandro Galea

Dr. Sandro Galea, Distinguished Professor and Dean of the Washington University School of Public Health, weighs in on the recent MAHA summit where alternative medicine is gaining traction among policymakers. He raises concerns about moving away from evidence-based medicine and the risks of sidelining scientific consensus. Galea highlights the dangers of overprescribing and calls for better documentation of medical practices. He emphasizes the importance of consulting reliable health sources like physicians and trusted scientific institutions amidst political pressures.

Sandro Galea, the Dean of the School of Public Health at Washington University, tackles the alarming state of American health in a thought-provoking discussion. He highlights the disconnect between soaring healthcare spending and poor health outcomes, especially concerning obesity and life expectancy. Galea critiques recent policies from the Trump administration while emphasizing the need for comprehensive reforms. He also addresses public trust in vaccines, the impact of misinformation, and the necessity of collaborative approaches to improving community health.