NIH Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya on Life Expectancy, COVID Lessons & Making America Healthy Again

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), joins 13th & Park to discuss the future of American health, the challenges of life expectancy, and the takeaways from COVID-19. Bhattacharya explains how the NIH can better support breakthroughs by reshaping incentives for scientists, strengthening replication, and investing in prevention. He highlights lessons from the pandemic, the need to rebuild public trust in science, and introduces his vision for “Make America Healthy Again (MAHA),” focused on promoting longer, healthier lives. From extending life expectancy to reforming research culture, Bhattacharya offers a candid look at what’s next for the NIH and the future of American health. Filmed at our Washington, D.C. studio. Listen to us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2yqqjgPtA7NR2cJewPqbNQ?si=e9df5028fc0e4dd9 Listen to us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/13th-park/id1645880081 Follow Dr. Jay Bhattacharya X: https://x.com/DrJBhattacharya https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbhattacharya Follow the NIH: X: https://x.com/nih LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-institutes-of-health Follow Us! X: https://x.com/13thandPark IG: https://www.instagram.com/13th_and_park LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ballard-partners www.ballardpartners.com About 13th and Park: 13th and Park is a dynamic media platform produced by Ballard Partners. We bring you insightful discussions, expert interviews, and in-depth analysis on key issues shaping industries, policy, and business trends. Our content features thought leaders, industry experts, and policymakers exploring topics ranging from policy influence, business innovation, trade regulations, and more. Subscribe to stay updated on the latest videos, exclusive interviews, and expert insights shaping the future of business, policy, and public affairs. #JayBhattacharya #NIH #NationalInstitutesOfHealth #PublicHealth #HealthPolicy #MedicalResearch #Healthcare #ChronicDisease #Longevity #COVID19 #TrustInScience #13thAndPark