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Parson names acting director for state health department

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Gov. Mike Parson selected Paula Nickelson as acting director of the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.

"Paula was a key player in Missouri’s COVID-19 response efforts and has been a valued member at DHSS for more than 22 years," Parson said. "We are confident in her abilities and proud to welcome her to our cabinet as we move forward from the COVID pandemic and prepare for what comes next in public health.”

Donald Kauerauf previous was in the position but failed to gain Senate confirmation. Opponents had falsely claimed he would push for a statewide vaccine mandate.

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