Stephen B. Thacker Fund
Stephen B. Thacker, MD, MSc, ASG/RADM (Ret.), USPHS, contributed a legacy of extraordinary leadership to CDC and unyielding dedication and contributions to the field of epidemiology and to public health science. This fund honors Dr. Thacker's life and service to public health as well as his passion for the Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS). Your gift will help support EIS and CDC’s Disease Detective Camps for high school students. This fund also supports the prestigious Stephen B. Thacker Excellence in Mentoring Award, which is given out each year at the EIS Conference, as well as supports special projects on an as-needed basis for the Stephen B. Thacker Library at CDC.
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Stephen B. Thacker, MD, MSc, ASG/RADM (Ret.), USPHS, contributed a legacy of extraordinary leadership to CDC and unyielding dedication and contributions to the field of epidemiology and to public health science, including helping to identify Legionnaires disease. He was dedicated to his family, friends and community and is truly missed. Read his full bio.
The Thacker Family established the Stephen B. Thacker Fund at the CDC Foundation to honor his legacy. Today, his family works to continue his legacy by providing ongoing support to the public health leaders of tomorrow. Read the full story.
- Multiple individuals and organizations
- CDC's Office of Surveillance, Epidemiology and Laboratory Services
- United States of America