Dr. Ben Carson Appointed Senior Advisor on Nutrition and Housing at USDA
Washington, D.C. – In a pivotal move to enhance public health and nutrition policy, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke L. Rollins, announced the appointment of Dr. Benjamin S. Carson, Sr., M.D., as the new National Advisor for Nutrition, Health, and Housing at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Dr. Carson, renowned for his extensive qualifications in both medicine and public service, assumes a role that is increasingly critical in the context of a national health landscape where chronic diseases affect approximately 60% of Americans. In her announcement, Secretary Rollins emphasized the significant impact that Dr. Carson’s insights would have on improving the quality of life for countless families across the nation. She stated, “There is no one more qualified than Dr. Carson to advise on policies that improve Americans’ everyday quality of life, from nutrition and healthcare quality to ensuring families have access to safe and stable housing.”
The USDA’s initiatives under Dr. Carson’s guidance are poised to address pressing issues related to food security and health disparities, especially in rural communities. Dr. Carson has expressed a strong commitment to support vulnerable families through effective policymaking designed to tackle the epidemic of poor nutrition. “Today, too many Americans are suffering from the effects of poor nutrition. Through common-sense policymaking, we have an opportunity to give our most vulnerable families the tools they need to flourish,” he emphasized.
In his capacity as Senior Nutrition and Housing Advisor, Dr. Carson will provide strategic counsel to President Trump and Secretary Rollins on matters of nutrition, rural healthcare, and housing accessibility. He will also contribute to the President’s Make America Healthy Again Commission, an initiative aimed at addressing key health challenges facing American citizens.
Dr. Carson’s credentials are substantial. Prior to this appointment, he served as the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), where his leadership focused on enhancing living conditions for low-income families. Additionally, he garnered acclaim as the Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center, achieving numerous accolades, including the prestigious Presidential Medal of Freedom.
As the USDA seeks to address multifaceted health challenges, Dr. Carson’s unique background in both urban policy and healthcare will play a critical role in shaping future initiatives that aim to foster healthier communities and improve nutritional standards nationwide. The overall goal remains clear: enhancing the lives of American families through effective and informed policymaking.
