Dr. Jerome Adams

Dr. Jerome Adams is a prominent American physician and public health official who served as the 20th U.S. Surgeon General from 2017 to 2021. He is known for his efforts in promoting public health initiatives, particularly around the opioid epidemic and vaccination awareness. His tenure coincided with the COVID-19 pandemic, where he played a crucial role in communicating health guidelines. Recently, he was in the news discussing herd immunity and the challenges of vaccine-preventable diseases amidst evolving public health strategies.