Beth Cleary
About Beth Cleary
Beth Cleary serves as the Assistant Section Manager for the COVID-19 Epidemiology Section at the Minnesota Department of Health, a position she has held since 2020. Previously, she worked in the Foodborne, Waterborne, Vectorborne, and Zoonotic Diseases Section at the same department from 2018 to 2020.
Work at Minnesota Department of Health
Beth Cleary currently serves as the Assistant Section Manager for the COVID-19 Epidemiology Section at the Minnesota Department of Health. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to the state's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Prior to this role, she worked as the Assistant Section Manager for the Foodborne, Waterborne, Vectorborne, and Zoonotic Diseases Section from 2018 to 2020. In both positions, she has been involved in managing public health initiatives and overseeing epidemiological investigations.
Education and Expertise
Beth Cleary earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental and Public Health from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, where she studied from 1990 to 1994. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in public health principles and environmental health issues, which she applies in her current role in epidemiology.
Background
Beth Cleary has a professional background in public health, with a focus on epidemiology. She has worked at the Minnesota Department of Health for several years, gaining experience in various aspects of disease management and public health response. Her work has included addressing foodborne and waterborne diseases, as well as vectorborne and zoonotic diseases.
Achievements
During her tenure at the Minnesota Department of Health, Beth Cleary has played a significant role in managing public health responses. Her work in the COVID-19 Epidemiology Section has been crucial during the ongoing pandemic. Additionally, her previous experience in managing foodborne and waterborne disease initiatives has contributed to enhancing public health safety in Minnesota.