Deputy Head of the American Ministry of Health Rachel Levin was appointed Admiral of the Officer Corps of the US Public Health of the United States. Thus, she became the first transgender man who received such a high position in the American military hierarchy.
Under the start of Levin, about 6 thousand medical officers operate now, the tasks of which include the elimination of the effects of large-scale crises, such as coronavirus pandemic or natural catastrophes.
Levin used to worked as a pediatrician and expressed in support of the rights of people who committed a transgender transition. She called his entry into position as a historical moment and expressed the hope that following her, representatives of the LGBT community will be able to occupy as important posts.