Reposted by Chris KnoepkeEmmy Betz, MD, MPH @emmybetz.bsky.social · 16/07/2025Also, check out the starter pack for @cuanschutz.bsky.social ! go.bsky.app/GHo5CJs 363
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeEmmy Betz, MD, MPH @emmybetz.bsky.social · 22/04/2025THIS I am deeply worried about our field and how these cuts will direclty hurt the American public. And we in injury prevention science will continue on as best we can! www.npr.org/sections/sho...npr.orgWith CDC injury prevention team gutted, 'we will not know what is killing us'Workers who track data on car crashes, drownings, traumatic brain injury, falls in the elderly, and other perils lost their jobs. Advocates worry life-saving work will stop. 173
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeLaura Scherer @ldscherer.bsky.social · 04/04/2025Our latest study in BMJ Open examined how women react to learning about overdiagnosis in breast cancer screening. We found that preexisting beliefs about cancer made it hard for some women to comprehend and accept overdiagnosis bmjopen.bmj.com/content/15/3/e087997bmjopen.bmj.comEvaluation of how US women react to a decision aid informing them of the harms and benefits of mammography: a qualitative studyObjectives To evaluate how women react to a decision aid (DA) informing them of the harms and benefits of mammography, including overdiagnosis. Background Breast cancer is the most common cancer affe... 122
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeEmmy Betz, MD, MPH @emmybetz.bsky.social · 01/04/2025If, like me, today's mass firings of CDC, NIH, and FDA scientists has left you heartbroken and looking for ways to fight for science and public health - check out @apha.org www.forourhealth.orgforourhealth.orgFor Our Health 12511
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeDenis Wirtz @deniswirtz.bsky.social · 13/03/2025NIH is the best investment there is. www.forbes.com/sites/michae...forbes.comNIH Grants Fueled $95 Billion In FY 2024 Economic Activity, Finds New ReportNational Institutes of Health grants generated almost $95 billion in economic activity nationwide in FY 2024 according to a new report by United for Medical Research. 5267132
Reposted by Chris KnoepkePhil Weiser @philweiser.bsky.social · 12/03/2025Great to join law enforcement leaders at our first ever POST Colorado Conference. We discussed a range of important issues facing public safety, including gun violence prevention, domestic violence, officer recruitment, and the opioid crisis. See coag.gov/blog-post/pr... 2232
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeGregg Gonsalves @gregggonsalves.bsky.social · 07/03/2025Great piece by the folks at University of Colorado Med/ Anchutz. frontporchne.com/opinion-the-...frontporchne.comOpinion: The Critical Need for Science Funding | Front PorchAs chairs of the basic science departments, we are compelled to address a matter of utmost urgency: the critical need for funding in scientific research. In an era where scientific advancements hold t... 211643
Chris Knoepke @chrisknoepkephd.bsky.social · 05/03/2025Hey gun violence prevention research friends! Anyone know what's happening with grants submitted to that CDC RFA back in December? On the one hand, it's just as up in the air as every other review/section, but on the other hand, its SRG (ZCE1 SRC (99)) doesn't show up on rosters, registries... 040
Reposted by Chris KnoepkePhil Weiser @philweiser.bsky.social · 24/02/2025NIH funding is crucial for us, as Colorado is a research hub for medical research that saves lives and provides jobs; the long term impact on of the Administration's proposed cut would thus be dramatic here. That's why I am fighting them in court. news.cuanschutz.edu/coloradosph/...news.cuanschutz.eduColorado's Fight Against Proposed NIH's Funding Slash: Protecting Lifesaving ResearchWhen the news broke Friday, February 7, that the National Institutes of Health (NIH) had announced it was slashing funding for biomedical research, at least two questions emerged. First: What just hap... 1248
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeGovernor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 23/02/2025Freezing out the NIH's funding means freezing out American innovation. Research into curing cancer, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's all delayed. And ultimately it won't just cost us advancements in life-saving research, it will cost us lives.wbez.orgNIH funding cuts could have ‘devastating impact’ on medical advancements, Chicago researchers sayThe National Institutes of Health under President Donald Trump announced this month that it was cutting payments covering overhead costs for research institutions that receive its grants. 582462642
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeMichael Baym @baym.lol · 17/02/2025Please don’t stop sharing and posting your science because of the current attack on it, it is still valuable and reminds us what the fight is for 333887
Chris Knoepke @chrisknoepkephd.bsky.social · 18/02/2025Excited that this is now out in JAGS. We talked to care partners of people with dementia about the process of deciding whether and how to have firearms in the home. It’s complex, but there are ways to have honest/helpful conversations. agsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/... 240
Reposted by Chris KnoepkePhil Weiser @philweiser.bsky.social · 28/01/2025The unconstitutional impoundment of funds is unprecedented, very harmful, and dangerous. That is why I am filing a lawsuit today to stop it. 1251492
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeColorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 22/01/2025A groundbreaking study led by @jabarocas.bsky.social and published in the American Academy of Pediatrics found that 25% of youth experienced homelessness in Denver in 2021—a troubling trend that's been rising since 2017. buff.ly/4h4Lbaw @cudivofid.bsky.socialbuff.lyStudy Finds 25% of Youth Experienced Homelessness in Denver in 2021, Significantly Higher Than Known CountsStudy Finds 25% of Youth Experienced Homelessness in Denver in 2021, Significantly Higher Than Known Counts 184
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeJosh Barocas, MD ⭕️ @jabarocas.bsky.social · 18/01/2025We are living in perilous times. Our research lab @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social is hiring. Looking for someone who wants to make a positive impact in the lives of ppl who are marginalized! Spread the word! cu.taleo.net/careersectio...cu.taleo.netInformation Science Professional (Entry – Senior Level) – Data Simulation ModelingClick the link provided to see the complete job description. 0137
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeBrady | United Against Gun Violence @bradyunited.org · 28/12/2024America’s deadliest shootings are the ones we don’t talk about enough: Over half of all gun deaths in America are suicides. We lose 74 people to gun suicide in America every day — more than are lost to firearm murders and unintentional shootings combined. 1159
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeMark Cuban @mcuban.bsky.social · 21/12/2024The NBA doesn't have a 3 pt shot problem. 3's have skyrocketed this yr because it's the most protected shot. Inside the 3 line, there can be all kinds of contact. Outside the 3 line, you can't even be in the "landing zone", and most guys just fly by to contest. Of course there are more 3s 5507455439
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeEmmy Betz, MD, MPH @emmybetz.bsky.social · 14/12/2024Thanks to Alzheimer's Foundation of America for highlighting our work! @cuanschutz.bsky.social & VA GRECC And check out firearmlifeplan.org for a free resource! alzfdn.org/firearm-inju...alzfdn.orgFIREARM INJURY PREVENTION | Alzheimer's Foundation of AmericaClose to 40 percent of households in the United States with older adults have at least one firearm on the premises. Handling a gun safely requires good vision, eye-hand coordination, […] 1216
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeEmmy Betz, MD, MPH @emmybetz.bsky.social · 13/12/2024What a great 3 days at the #2024FirearmResearchConf: 💡 @cuanschutz.bsky.social FIPI presented 25 different posters, talks, and workshops! 😊We asked ppl to share their roles/goals at our table! 🥂We talked science, dreams, and plans for next year at our FIPI dinner! 1114
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeDr Martha Gulati @drmarthagulati.bsky.social · 12/12/2024Dr. Chetan Huded discusses the growing TAVR use in those under 50 years. But what happens when they fail? Why can’t we just do another TAVR? For some we can. For ~12% you can’t: possible to block coronary arteries & can be risky #ConnHeart #MidAmericaHeart #CardioSky 364
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeAndrew Morral @andrewmorral.bsky.social · 11/12/2024The winner of the $5000 Greenwald Award for Firearm Violence Research Excellence is Stephen Billings of the University of Colorado for his work examining the relationships between concealed carry permits and crime. #2024FirearmResearchConf static1.squarespace.com/static/63924...static1.squarespace.com 0275
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeAndrew Morral @andrewmorral.bsky.social · 17/11/2024The winner of the 2024 Greenwald Award (best research paper in firearms violence prevention) will be announced at #2024FirearmResearchConf in Seattle on Dec 10, 11:00 AM! For info about the award and selection process see: www.firearmresearchsociety.org/greenwald-fa...firearmresearchsociety.orgGreenwald Family Award — Research Society for the Prevention of Firearm-Related Harms 0113
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeEmmy Betz, MD, MPH @emmybetz.bsky.social · 09/12/2024Great to hear an update from Walk the Talk America about all the work they are doing in firearm #SuicidePrevention❤️ #2024FirearmResearchConf @meganranney.bsky.social walkthetalkamerica.orgwalkthetalkamerica.orgWalk the Talk AmericaVisit the post for more. 0245
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeEmmy Betz, MD, MPH @emmybetz.bsky.social · 10/12/2024Great talk by @cuanschutz.bsky.social faculty Dr Julie Kafka on firearm rights restoration... And on the many research needs re who/how/when rights are restored #2024FirearmResearchConf 0121
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeVivek Ashok, MD @vivekashok.bsky.social · 09/12/2024In support of the White House's issuance of an executive order allowing state Medicaid to reimburse locked storage counseling, we provide a perspective on why this is important, effective, and cost-conscious. #healthpolicy #GVP #MedSky #2024FirearmResearchConf www.healthaffairs.org/content/fore...healthaffairs.orgInvesting In Safety: Reimbursing Safe Firearm Storage Counseling | Health Affairs ForefrontState Medicaid organizations must encourage clinicians to prioritize firearm injury prevention. 12917
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeEmmy Betz, MD, MPH @emmybetz.bsky.social · 10/12/2024Nationally-representative survey on defensive gun use: defensive gun use reported less frequently than hearing/being exposed to violence (w some variation by populations) @mikeanestis.bsky.social of @njgvrc.bsky.social at #2024FirearmResearchConf 2246
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeDavid Yamane @davidyamane.bsky.social · 10/12/2024Interesting workshop on conducting research in partnership with the gun owning community. Great to see Michael Sodini of Walk the Talk America representing on the panel. #2024FirearmResearchConf 1103
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeMegan Ranney MD MPH @meganranney.bsky.social · 09/12/2024“An under researched and under appreciated epidemic of homicide, survivorship, grief, and injustice…. And something we can all act on” At the 3rd annual meeting for the Research Society for the Prevention of Firearm Related Harms 💜 - Dr Tanya Sharpe giving the keynote 28812
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeEmmy Betz, MD, MPH @emmybetz.bsky.social · 08/12/2024Are you coming to the #2024FirearmResearchConf? Come check out our work at @cuanschutz.bsky.social! Monday presentations: 2131
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeMolly Morrison @mollyhannahm.bsky.social · 08/12/2024imagine dropping 56 PTS, 16 REB, and 8 AST and your team still loses to give the wizards their first win in 16 games. jokić deserves a week of PTO and unlimited time frolicking with any horse of his choice 529532
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeRebecca Fielding-Miller @rebeccafieldingmiller.com · 06/12/2024If I could boil down my entire PhD in behavioral sciences and public health into two points they would be: 1) Nobody ever changed their mind because you called them an asshole 2) The best way to know what people need is to ask them. The rest is commentary. 628862
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeLiz Goldberg, MD, ScM @lizgoldbergmd.bsky.social · 07/12/2024This is a terrific training opportunity to work with multidisciplinary mentors & on a campus that has a school of pharmacy school, PT, public health, strong #geriatrics, and a health system with EHR data that spans multiple diverse hospitals & patient communities. @cuanschutz.bsky.social 031
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeKen Tremendous @kentremendous.bsky.social · 06/12/2024Jokic with a little bit of an off-game tonight. He ended up 17-14-5 with 2 steals. Granted, the Cavs have a good defense, and granted, that's only in the first half. But still. 92777
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeEmmy Betz, MD, MPH @emmybetz.bsky.social · 05/12/2024What do you get the academic/public citizen interested in preventing firearm injury & death? How about a subscription to the newsletter of the Firearm Injury Prevention Initiative? It's FREE! Sign up today: cu.tfaforms.net/323 @cuanschutz.bsky.social @cumedicalschool.bsky.social 181
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeEthical Hoops 🏆 (only takes Ws) @ethicalhoopz.bsky.social · 04/12/2024How it feels to be a Denver Nuggets fan 1241
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeMegan Ranney MD MPH @meganranney.bsky.social · 02/12/2024Also check out this thoughtful estimate of the impact of improved accessibility of safe firearm disposal methods, by @dkhumphreys.bsky.social jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...jamanetwork.comDisposing of Unwanted Firearms and Firearm Injury PreventionThis comparative effectiveness study estimates the size of the US firearm stock by 2034. 1198
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeEmmy Betz, MD, MPH @emmybetz.bsky.social · 03/12/2024Make a direct impact with an investment in our non-partisan, science-based approach to #Firearm #ViolencePrevention! #GivingTuesday Give today: tinyurl.com/3kbwz9ee @cuanschutz.bsky.social 041
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeEmmy Betz, MD, MPH @emmybetz.bsky.social · 03/12/2024New publication! 📝 FIPI faculty affiliate, Maya Haasz, MD, and co-authors analyzed association b/n socioeconomic vulnerability and change in youth #firearm injuries that occurred before versus during the #COVID-19 pandemic. Link: doi.org/10.1016/j.aj... @cuanschutz.bsky.social 083
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeTayler Shaw @taylerleighs.bsky.social · 03/12/2024A new clinic at @cuanschutz.bsky.social is working to uncover the best way to simultaneously treat both obesity and heart failure. A potential contender? Weight loss drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide. news.cuanschutz.edu/department-o... @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.socialnews.cuanschutz.eduNew CU Clinic Treats Obesity and Heart Failure at the Same TimeCardiologist Josephine Harrington, MD, has created a new clinic to treat patients with HFpEF and obesity. 031
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeDan Semenza @daniel-semenza.bsky.social · 03/12/2024Our research team, led by Dr. Jessica Hamilton at Rutgers, is recruiting NJ teens for an ongoing longitudinal study to learn more about social media use, mental health, and gun violence exposure. $200+ compensation available. See flyer below for full details. Please share widely! 098
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeMolly Morrison @mollyhannahm.bsky.social · 02/12/2024joe biden pardoning his son isn’t enough. he needs to get him drafted by the lakers 81169178
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeMegan Ranney MD MPH @meganranney.bsky.social · 02/12/2024Send us questions! I’m grateful for the opportunity to have this conversation about new approaches to reducing gun violence - with @nelbamg.bsky.social - especially right now. 💜 2225
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeZach Harper @talkhoops.bsky.social · 01/12/2024My favorite point guard from the 90s. Mostly because Marbury wanted off the Wolves. @darthamin.bsky.social 2292
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeCailin O’Connor @cailinmeister.bsky.social · 29/11/2024There are lots of calls from philsci and metascience for scientists to do things that will increase public trust in science- communicate more and better, do better studies, publish data and code. I think these calls are completely misguided 🧵 1515541
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeMegan Ranney MD MPH @meganranney.bsky.social · 28/11/2024Except for: 🔪people slicing their fingers while cutting potatoes; 👵some elderly parents who suddenly (on their children’s return home) are found to have dementia; ⏰the usual smattering of psych & chest pain & strokes 🧑🧑🧒🧒& of course the amazing, amazing ED staff who care deeply 24x7x365 🩺 6434
Reposted by Chris KnoepkeBenjamin Vipler, MD, MEd @vipsmdmed.bsky.social · 24/11/2024www.nejm.org/doi/abs/10.1...nejm.orgA Good Day | NEJMShared decision making takes time that most clinicians don’t have. So one medical team developed some shortcuts for eliciting essential input from patients with multiple complex problems. 021