Mark Hyman

Dr. Mark Hyman is a doctor recently hired by CBS News as part of Bari Weiss's strategy to broaden the network's political appeal and grow its audience. He is newsworthy due to controversy surrounding his views on health and medicine. Hyman has been described as a "germ theory denialist" and is known for promoting alternative therapies, such as cold plunges, and nutritional supplements, some of which he sells. He has also made claims about reversing conditions like Alzheimer's and dementia with supplements and treating autism with cod liver oil. His hiring has generated "noise" and skepticism among CBS News staffers, particularly in light of Weiss's efforts to win their trust amid backlash and viewership lags. Hyman's presence is significant as it reflects a shift towards incorporating more controversial voices into CBS News programming.