ASH to Step Down
February 7, 2003 - Department of Health and Human
Services Assistant Secretary for Health (ASH) Eve Slater,
M.D., announced Feb. 5 her intention to resign from her position
in order to "pursue other opportunities." Dr. Slater
has served as the ASH since President Bush nominated her in
October 2001. Surgeon General Richard Carmona, M.D., will
serve as acting assistant secretary for health while a search
for Dr. Slater's successor takes place.

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