Vivek Murthy confirmed by Senate as surgeon general, will focus on Covid, opioids

The Senate confirmed a soft-spoken physician as President Joe Biden's surgeon general Tuesday. While Dr Vivek Murthy says ending the coronavirus pandemic is his top priority, he's also raised concerns over a relapsing opioid overdose crisis. ​​​The vote on Murthy was 57-43, giving him bipartisan support.

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