Mary Elizabeth Guinan | |
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Born | 1939 (age 84–85) Brooklyn, New York |
Nationality | American |
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Institutions | University of Nevada, Las Vegas Dean of School of Community Health Science |
Mary Elizabeth Guinan (born 1939) is an American doctor specializing in public health, virology, and epidemiology. She is the dean at the School of Community Health Sciences[1] at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.[2] Guinan is known for her work in the initial investigation of the HIV/AIDS epidemic for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).[3] The book and subsequent film And the Band Played On, by Randy Shilts documented her efforts regarding these issues; she was played by Glenne Headly.[4] Later on, she became the first female State Health Officer appointed to the Nevada government. Guinan also became president of the American Medical Woman's Association, after 40 years of membership.[5]