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katsylver @katsylver.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Join us for the March Free Store on Sun 3/1 from 1-4p @ 2522 Arctic Blvd in Anchorage! Lots of clothing, household items, & food. Skill sharing class & clothing repair. Free zines with @redcurrentdistro.com Mask/COVID tests with @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social @anchoragemutualaid.bsky.social

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Ash (they/them) @amklann.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

The CDC’s Wastewater Surveillance System is one of the most valuable public health tools for detecting spread of #COVID, measles, polio, RSV, influenza & avian flu. 🆘 It's under threat 📢 Tell Congress to fund CDC wastewater surveillance 📆 Submit by Jan 30th 👉 actionnetwork.org/letters/cong...

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Congress Must Fully Fund CDC Wastewater Surveillance Program

The CDC’s National Wastewater Surveillance System remains one of the most valuable public health tools for detecting the increased spread of infectious diseases in the US, such as SARS-CoV-2, measles,...

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

The flu is hitting Alaskans hard. Flu A & B are spiking, with high levels of hospitalizations and at least 3 flu-related fatalities in #Alaska this season. It’s not too late to get updated flu and COVID shots! #MaskUp 😷 to protect yourself and your loved ones. Use our form if you need masks. ❤️

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

👀 We’re hard at work preparing for the Anchorage Zine Fair this Sat, Nov 8, from 12-6pm @ The Nave! We’ll have free zines, masks, and original art made by some of our bloc members. Hope to see you there! #Anchorage #Alaska

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

We'll be tabling at the @anchoragemutualaid.bsky.social November free store at @akpirg.bsky.social on Sunday! Come say hi and get masks and other free stuff! #Alaska #MaskUp #Anchorage

Colorful poster for the Mutual Aid Network of Anchorage November Free Store on Sunday, November 2nd from 1-4pm at AKPIRG Building 2522 Arctic Blvd. Clothing swap, bike repair, tech support, household goods. Two QR codes to RSVP for attending or bringing stuff. To learn more about MANA, visit our website https://wearemana.org/. Click on the “Give Aid/Get Aid” button and fill out the form to join our network!

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Fairbanks Mutual Aid @fairbanksmutualaid.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Shared from @nativemvmnt.bsky.social 📣 MUTUAL AID NEEDED 🚨 Typhoon Halong flooded homes across the Y-K Delta in Western Alaska. ❤ PLEASE DONATE ❤ Support this community fundraising effort and DONATE with the Alaska Community Foundation > alaskacf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/c... #AlaskaSky #MutualAid

Western Alaska Disaster Relief. Ways you can help: online fundraiser - donate to support (QR code links to the link in the post). Purchase items - Amazon wishlist (QR code link will be in a reply to this post). Donation drive at AFN convention.

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 07/09/2025

That’s great news! Do you know which one you got? Did they give you options? Did you have to prove that you were eligibile? Feel free to dm us if you’d like to.

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 07/09/2025

Hey Alaska, what has your experience been like with trying to get a new COVID vaccine so far? #Alaska #AlaskaSky

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

🦠An estimated 1 in 33 people are actively infectious with #COVID in #Alaska as the summer surge is ongoing. How many people do you interact with on a daily basis? How many could be sick? Protect yourself with masks & COVID tests - you can get them for free via the link in our bio. #AlaskaSky

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People's CDC @peoplescdc.org · 27/07/2025

Ask Congress to Ensure Universal Access to COVID Vaccines by July 28th. Demand for universal access to vaccines and hold RFK Jr accountable with a public hearing. Send a personalized letter using the campaign and amplify your voice to your federal representatives.

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Ask Congress to Ensure Universal Access to COVID Vaccines and Hold RFK Jr. Accountable

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) had their Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting this past week. This meeting had several presentations and discussions around...

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

We had a great time at Anchorage’s Disability Pride Celebration today! Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to speak with us 😊 If you weren’t able to make it, you can always request free masks and COVID tests via the link in our bio! Happy #Disability Pride, #Alaska! 🖤❤️💛🤍💙💚🖤 #MaskUp

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

Thanks for helping us keep our communities safe! If you’d like to help us send high quality respirators and COVID-19 tests across Alaska, you can donate here: ko-fi.com/alaskamaskbloc #Alaska #MutualAid #Covid #LongCovid

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

We love our supporters! If you’ve donated masks or funds, here’s what your donations support. We look for the best deals on masks and tests, but shipping and other expenses still add up. Your support helps us put more masks and tests in the hands of people who need them. #AlaskaSky #MaskBloc

Receipt for three 100 packs of masks for free, plus $75 for shipping. We buy masks when they are on sale from trusted retailers, but we often still pay shipping.

We purchase and give away free masks and COVID-19 tests, including shipping them across Alaska. Receipt for three 100 packs of masks all for free from Be Healthy, plus $70 for shipping.

Buying COVID-19 tests is often expensive. We give these away for free, too! Receipt for Altruan antigen quick tests for $181.60 plus $40.02 for shipping.

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 20/07/2025

We’ll be tabling at Anchorage’s Disability Pride Celebration next Saturday, July 26! Come join us for a fun afternoon celebrating our disabled community members, and grab some free masks and COVID tests at our table! #WeKeepUsSafe #AlaskaSky #Alaska

Come see us at Disability Pride! Saturday, July 26 12-4pm. Green text over a photo of a painted banner that says Alaska Mask Bloc.

Anchorage Disability Pride Celebration. Celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Food, fun games, music, petting zoo. Saturday, July 26, 2025. Starting at 12pm to 4pm at Delaney Strip Park on W 9th Ave, Anchorage AK 99501. Questions? Call 907 227 3661, or email caryn@akcnc.net. Admission free! Photos of goats, a person with face paint and blue hair, and a pair of smiling people, and a graphic of the disability pride flag.

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 31/05/2025

“When I wear a mask, I'm asserting that my physical health is worth protecting, as is the health of those around me. I'm asserting that I deserve clean air and safety when I step out into the world, and so does everyone else.”— Naomi @naomiekperigin.bsky.social www.instagram.com/p/DKUx08lOcP...

A masked selfie of Naomi Ekperigin, wearing a 3M Aura, black-framed glasses and a floral print shirt under an orange jacket.

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People's CDC @peoplescdc.org · 20/05/2025

Our access to COVID vaccines is under attack. It’s more important than ever to make our voices heard by making public comment to the FDA by May 23 at 11:59 PM EST. Use our template available on our substack at peoplescdc.substack.com/p/vaccine-ac...

Red background with white text on read reads: "tell your friends. our access to vaccines is under attack."
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"Submit a public comment to the FDA by May 23:
We all need access to updated COVID boosters "
"Our template makes it easy
(link in bio). Comment at
tinyurl.com/FDAVaccineMeeting"

Yellow People's CDC in lower right corner.

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

We have distributed 903 masks to Alaskans since March 11th! We couldn’t do this without your support. Please consider donating 😷 or 💵 to help us continue our work! ko-fi.com/alaskamaskbloc #Alaska

Yellow background with a heart mug with money going into it. Support us on Ko-Fi, link in bio.

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

We want to give a big shout out to our collaborators, to generous members of our community who have donated hundreds of masks, to Summit Spice & Tea Co. for their space as a pick-up location, and to @nativemvmnt.bsky.social for sharing storage space with us! #alaskasky #alaska #MaskUp

Collage style black and white text over a green paint smear, a purple tape X, a yellow heart, and two black and white photos of dozens of respirator face masks. The text says, “thank you to our donors and supporters.”

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

We are a small, all-volunteer team dedicated to providing high-quality, free N95 and KN95 masks and COVID-19 tests to people across #Alaska. We have distributed over 2,300 free masks and tests since last April! #MaskUp #AlaskaSky

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

We are thrilled to have distributed more than 2,000 free masks to Alaskans, including over 600 masks to families preparing for a volcanic eruption! Now, for the first time, we are accepting donations to purchase masks and COVID-19 tests and ship them across #Alaska. ko-fi.com/alaskamaskbloc

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

#Alaska, let's talk masks for a #Spurr eruption. Remember, the best mask: (a) fits your face w/ minimal gaps (b) is one you can wear for an extended period of time If you can't afford masks, reach out and we'll help. But if you're looking to buy masks, you should know... 🧵

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

4️⃣ If you don't plan to mask indoors, consider how to improve your indoor air quality. Air purifiers help, and you can DIY one with as little as 1 box fan, 1 filter, and tape. Here are some different build options 👇 #Alaska #Prepared #MaskUp

Diagram of a DIY air cleaner to reduce wildfire smoke indoors. Attach an air filter to the back of a box fan using clamps, duct tape, or bungee cords.

Diagram of a more advanced DIY air cleaner design. Attach multiple filters into a box shape that air is pulled through via a box fan sealed to the top face of the box.

Another diagram of a Corsi Rosenthal box, a DIY air purifier made by taping multiple filters together into a cube shape with a box fan on top.

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

3️⃣ Make sure your masks fit BEFORE the #Alaska eruption. Face shape, head size, facial hair will affect fit & comfort. Do a user seal check to see if there are leaks. Modifications may help: ear savers, medical tape, nose foam, repositioning straps. More info in our FAQ below.

Masking FAQs - updated 5/6/2024. How can I tell if my mask fits me well? Perform a user seal check. Once the mask is securely on your face, hold your hands loosely around your face as you inhale and exhale to feel for air escaping out the sides. It may take a couple minutes and/or some facial movement (e.g. talking) for the mask to settle onto your face. Watch this 2.5 minute video starting from timestamp 0:30. Be sure to monitor the fit of your mask while talking or doing other activities, as movement and gradual use may loosen the fit.

What do I do if my mask doesn’t fit me well? If it’s too loose, try tying knots to shorten the straps. Feel free to contact us, and we will help you find another mask that may fit better.

When should I wear my mask? If you’re standing close enough to someone that you’d be able to smell their cigarette smoke if they were smoking, you may be close enough to catch COVID if they’re infections. You can also catch COVID if you enter a room that someone with COVID recently vacated. Factors like good air circulation or filtration, greater distance between yourself and other people, and lower COVID cases in your area (I.e. low wastewater levels) will reduce but not completely eliminate risk. It never hurts to wear a mask whenever you’ll be around other people.

How long should I wear my mask before disposing of it? Masks typically “go back because taking them on and off wears away at the elastic in their straps. The rule of thumb is about 40 hours, but replace yours whenever it feels too loose, is visibly stained, or gets wet.

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

2️⃣ Since N95s are an industrial standard, they aren't sized for kids. Small N95s may do for older kids, but you may need to look for KF94s or KN95s for younger ones. 👉 We source many of our masks from: behealthyusa.net/collections/... 👉 This size guide may also help: x.com/ParentMishma...

A gray and green chart showing various styles of mask arranged from extra small vertical face size to small vertical face size.

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

1️⃣Some masks may be counterfeit. Make sure you're buying masks from a reputable source. A few good resources to check out are: 👉 @maskblocseattle.bsky.social buying guide: tr.ee/7g1ONE04vx 👉 Directory of lower cost masks: linktr.ee/buymasks 👉 Project N95: projectn95.org

Purple and green infographic with a photo of a white N95 mask. Signs your N95 is legit: model number included. N95 printed on mask. Head straps. TC approval number (TC-84A-XXXX). NIOSH printed on mask. Company name printed on mask.

Green and purple infographic with a photo of a white KN95 mask. Signs your KN95 is legit: Well constructed ear loops and nose wire. GB2626-2019 or GB2626-2006. Model number printed on mask. Company name printed on mask.

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

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Wesley Early @wesleyearly.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

The Municipality of Anchorage is reminding folks that you can sign up for emergency text alerts (including about a Mount Spurr eruption) by texting ANCHORAGE to 67283 or signing up online: www.smart911.com/smart911/ref...

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This service helps 9-1-1 protect your family by providing more information to first responders. You should sign up too, it is free!

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Heidi4649 @heidi4649.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

How’s your #volcanoprep going? My pup is all ready for any ashfall with her doggles and mask. #dogsofbluesky #rescuedogs #volcanoes #mtspurr #alaskasky

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

If you are outside of Alaska’s urban hubs, please consider keeping some masks on hand - our mask bloc is run by a handful of people, and you might be able to distribute much more quickly in your community during a disaster, especially if you’re based outside of the road network. #Alaska #MaskUp

Text over a light yellow background "We are a small team of volunteers, and have been experiencing a high volume of mask requests. We appreciate your patience while we work to fulfill requests. If you have any surplus supply of N95 or KN95 masks please consider donating as we are almost entirely self funded. Link in bio". There is an image of two piles of fulfilled mask requests in different colors at the bottom half of the image.

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

If you have a surplus of masks lying around or are buying masks to prepare for volcanic ash/smoke/respiratory disease, please consider donating a few to the bloc! We’ve had an increase in the # of requests recently, and we’d really appreciate your help getting masks to those who need them. #Alaska

Purple and green text over a light yellow background: “Got Masks? Do you have extra masks laying around & don't know what to do with them? Consider donating your surplus masks to the Alaska Mask Bloc at https://linktr.ee/alaskamaskbloc" There are 4 different colored masks from upper right hand corner of the image going into an open box in the lower left. Second image

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

Are you or the people around you getting sick more than usual? It might be Long COVID. Here’s a great zine on what long COVID is & what you can do. This would also be a handy resource to print and distribute if you’re looking to raise awareness in your community. ko-fi.com/i/II2I019TP7S #alaska

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Why Am I Always Sick?? - Zine - Click to view on Ko-fi

Follow Yez on Ko-fi

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Here’s an easy way to build an indoor air purifier for under $100: #Prepared #AirQuality #Alaska

Instructions and diagram for building a Corsi-Rosenthal box, which is an affordable DIY air purifier using a box fan and MERV filters proven to reduce indoor exposure to air pollutants. Materials are 4 MERV filters, box fan, cardboard, and duct tape arranged into a cube.

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

More information from the Alaska Red Cross, including a map of the potential ashfall from Mount Spurr: #AlaskaSky #Volcano

Screenshot of an Instagram post from Red Cross Alaska. It shows a map of Alaska with an orange and yellow “c”-shaped cloud over the south central region fading towards the northwest.

Screenshot of a graphic from American Red Cross. Ashfall during a volcanic eruption: wear a dust mask and goggles. Don’t wear contact lenses. Wear long sleeves and long pants.

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Mount Spurr has been showing signs of possible eruption. It is always a good idea to have high filtration masks (like N95s) available in case of disasters like a potential volcanic eruption. Air purifiers can also help with indoor air quality during such an event. #AlaskaSky #MaskUp #Alaska

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Yale School of Public Health @yalesph.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

Even after the smoke subsides, the physical and mental health impacts of wildfires can linger for years. 1/8 🧵 #wildfires

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 18/01/2025

“What does she miss about pre-pandemic times? ‘I miss the illusion that people are willing to care for each other,’ she said. ‘How hard is it to put a mask on? It rattles your faith in humankind … (you learn) how little the people in your life understood how sick you were to begin with.’” #AlaskaSky

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 30/12/2024

In April 2024, we started the Alaska Mask Bloc with the hope of encouraging our community to mask up, while also providing quality masks to Alaskans in need. In the 8 months we've been in operation, we've distributed 881 masks, and 176 rapid antigen tests to Alaskans across the state! 1/4 #AlaskaSky

Image of a vintage computer on a desk with a colorful glitching background. The computer screen reads "881 masks & 176 rapid tests distributed to Alaskans in need"

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

Join us for an afternoon of art, community, and solidarity with Anchorage for Palestine! This is a free and mask-required event, all materials (including masks) provided. We'll be spotlighting fundraisers for families in Gaza, and we encourage you to donate if you're able. #AlaskaSky

Event flyer. Text reads: "Art afternoon: make a mask chain. A fundraiser by the Alaska Mask Bloc in support of Anchorage for Palestine. Saturday, January 25th from 1-3 PM in Akela Space. Masks required and available for free to attendees." Three bifold KN95 masks in white, red, and green are stacked on top of each other. A digital rendering of a mask chain with red, green, white, and black beads is overlaid on top of the white mask.

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 30/12/2024

We wish everyone a safe, healthy, and happy New Year in 2025! Request your free masks & tests at linktr.ee/alaskamaskbloc. 4/4 #NYE #NewYear #Alaska #AlaskaSky #MutualAid #MaskUp #Solidarity #AkLeg

Image of the a computer in foreground, computer is further zoomed away from the viewer, and aligned to the bottom left of the image. There is an illustration of the same group of friends in masks socializing in the background, behind the computer. Screen reads "Happy New Year Everyone!"

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 30/12/2024

Alaska Mask Bloc is operated by a few dedicated volunteers. The masks we stock for distribution are from volunteers' personal surplus, community donations, or purchased by volunteers who are financially able. Stay tuned for a donation link in the new year! 3/4 #AlaskaSky #Alaska #MutualAid

Image of the same computer in foreground, computer is further away from the viewer, but aligned to the bottom left of the image. There is an illustration of a group of friends in masks socializing in the background, behind the computer. Screen reads "This year resolve to be healthier. Request your free masks & tests at linktr.ee/alaskamaskbloc"

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 30/12/2024

To everyone who has supported us this year, thank you! Special thanks to Summit Spice and Tea and Cafecito Bonito! 2/4 #Alaska #AlaskaSky #MaskUp #MutualAid

Centered image of a vintage computer on a desk with a green background. Screen reads "Thank you!

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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

🚨Save telehealth! #COVID spreads year-round. Telehealth provides essential access to safer healthcare for the elderly, disabled & #immunocompromised. 👉Tell Reps and Senators to pass 4 bills: bit.ly/SAVE_Telehea... @TheActionNet 👉Read: bit.ly/3OLiKSQ @drjudystone.bsky.social @forbes.com

“Telehealth Will Die In 3 Weeks Without Congressional Action” by Dr. Judy Stone, Forbes Magazine. https://bit.ly/3OLiKSQ

Photo shown with caption from the Forbes article: Erica Jensen, with her 5-month-old daughter, Charlee Jaques, by her side, video conferenced with her doctor, Dr. Marie McDonnell, from her mother's home in Wilmington, Mass. on Tuesday afternoon, March 15, 2016. (Photo by Dina Rudick/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

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Tell your Rep and Senators to save telehealth by passing 4 bills:
H.R. 8261, H.R. 7623, H.R. 4189 and S. 2016
https://bit.ly/SAVE_Telehealth (ActionNetwork)

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Alaska Mask Bloc @alaskamaskbloc.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

Need masks? Want to upgrade your mask game? Have a flight or doctor’s appointment coming up? Whatever your reasons, we’ve got you covered! linktr.ee/alaskamaskbloc #MutualAid #MaskUp #Alaska

Need Masks? Free! No income restrictions. Green background, yellow text. A black and white photo of a person wearing an N95 mask, hoodie, and ballcap. QR code with caption Request free masks and tests at linktr.ee/alaskamaskbloc

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