A shooting at the CDC headquarters in Atlanta, resulting in the death of a police officer and the shooter, prompted a union representing CDC employees to demand condemnation of vaccine misinformation. The 30-year-old shooter, who reportedly blamed the COVID-19 vaccine for his mental health issues, fired upon multiple CDC buildings. The union, citing a climate of hostility fueled by misinformation, called for stronger leadership from the Department of Health and Human Services to counter vaccine disinformation and ensure employee safety. The incident has left CDC staff traumatized and prompted calls for enhanced security measures.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.