Forrest Larson

Forrest Larson is a skilled health scientist with substantial experience in public health research and data analysis. Currently serving at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as a health scientist and formerly as an ORISE fellow, Larson has extensive expertise in HIV surveillance and health equity. Notable achievements include performing multi-country data analyses to assess HIV engagement among female sex workers and creating health equity dashboards during the COVID-19 pandemic. Education includes a Master of Public Health in Global Health from Emory University and a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Sciences from Oregon State University. Prior roles include research internships and community health education, showcasing a strong commitment to improving health outcomes globally.