Vivek H. Murthy
Dr. Vivek H. Murthy is an American physician and public health advocate who currently serves as the 19th Surgeon General of the United States. He was first appointed to the role by President Barack Obama in 2014 and was reappointed by President Joe Biden in 2021. Murthy has been a prominent voice on various public health issues, including the opioid crisis, mental health, and the effects of alcohol consumption on health. He has emphasized the importance of addressing social determinants of health and has advocated for the well-being of individuals and communities throughout his career.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liechtenstein | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 38,137 | 32 | $6,900 | 6$ |
| Totals | 1 | 38,137 | 32 | $6,900 | 6$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Liechtenstein:
Vivek H. Murthy published a statement earlier this year about the link between alcohol and certain types of cancer.
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Turkey:
Vivek H. Murthy is the current head of the U.S. Public Health Service who issued a recommendation regarding the link between alcohol and certain types of cancer.
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United States:
Then-US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek H. Murthy issued guidance that alcohol consumption within the guideline amounts can be linked with elevated cancer risk.
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