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CU Anschutz Infectious Diseases @cudivofid.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Wrapping up the academic year, our Division of Infectious Diseases is celebrating the success of our 2026 Colorado Infectious Diseases Symposium—bringing together colleagues statewide to learn, connect, and advance patient care. We look forward to hosting this event for many years to come! ⭐
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CU Anschutz Department of Medicine @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
Congratulations to our Staff Elevation recipient Ammie Timmons! Ammie is the Research & Care Navigator in the @cudivofid.bsky.social During staffing turnover, Ammie stepped into a new role while excelling in her own—showing dedication, adaptability, and exceptional care. 🌟💙👏
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CU Anschutz Department of Medicine @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
The 2026 Winter Olympics are underway — and with global travel and shared Olympic Villages, infection prevention matters. Infectious diseases expert Shelley Kon, MD (@cudivofid.bsky.social) shares what athletes and fans should know to stay healthy. ⛷️ Read more: bit.ly/4aalAMB
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ATS Blue Journal @atsblueeditor.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
The Blue Journal thanks Tyler S. Brown, MD, for his contribution to the January issue Transmission of Bedaquiline-resistant Mycobacterium Tuberculosis in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa @cudivofid.bsky.social @bumedicine.bsky.social academic.oup.com/ajrccm/artic...
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Josh Barocas, MD ⭕️ @jabarocas.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Over the past 6 months, we launched the Colorado Poverty & Health Initiative at @cuanschutz.bsky.social in the @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social and @cudivofid.bsky.social. I invite you to learn more, follow along, join the listserv, stay informed, get involved medschool.cuanschutz.edu/infectious-d...
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The Colorado Poverty and Health Initiative (COPHI)
The Colorado Poverty and Health Initiative
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CU Anschutz Infectious Diseases @cudivofid.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Our division is thrilled to welcome a full cohort of talented ID fellows next year! Join us in celebrating Drs. Caroline Bashour, Shanmukha Priya Peddireddy, Gavi Roda, and Sum Park Sarmadi. We can't wait for them to join our team! 🌟👏
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CU Anschutz Infectious Diseases @cudivofid.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
It's a great day of learning! Our division is thrilled to welcome Dr. Susan Buchbinder as our 2025 Tim Gill Visiting Professor. She shared a fantastic ID Grand Rounds this morning on Doxy-PEP. Looking forward to her @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social Grand Rounds this afternoon!
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CU Anschutz Department of Medicine @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social · 20/08/2025
Antimicrobial resistance is one of the greatest threats to modern medicine. Misha Huang, MD, from @cudivofid.bsky.social is UCHealth first medical director of antimicrobial stewardship, leading efforts to optimize antibiotic use & protect patients + communities. Read more: bit.ly/4oLXQn4
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CU Doctor Tackles Antimicrobial Resistance in New UCHealth System Role
CU doctor leads antimicrobial stewardship in new hospital-wide role.
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Andres Henao, MD PhD FIDSA @andhen25.bsky.social · 25/08/2025
Once upon a time I was also an IMG. Very proud to support our @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social efforts to give talented IMG learners from the Global South a voice and an opportunity to learn among us. It’s a win win #GlobalHealth @cudivofid.bsky.social news.cuanschutz.edu/department-o...
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‘Where I Want to Be’: Egyptian Doctor Becomes CU Resident After Observership Experience
CU resident Marwan Hamed, MD, of Egypt, was one of the first international medical graduates to complete an observership with the Department of Medicine.
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
Who inspires you? Tag a colleague, mentor, collaborator, or researcher who inspires you, and tell us why in the comments!
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CU Anschutz Department of Pediatrics @cupediatrics.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
It's not too late! Register Now for the 42nd Annual Conference on #PediatricInfectiousDiseases live in Vail, CO or virtual: 7/27–8/1 bit.ly/42ndPID Earn 21 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits! @childrenscolo.bsky.social @cudivofid.bsky.social @cuanschutz.bsky.social
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42nd Annual Conference on Pediatric Infectious Diseases | Children's Hospital Colorado Continuing Education
We are excited to return to Vail, Colorado for the 42nd Annual Conference on Pediatric Infectious Diseases. Vail is a small community nestled in the mountains and a short, beautiful drive from Denver, Colorado.
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CU Anschutz Infectious Diseases @cudivofid.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
Dr. Katherine Frasca’s commitment to HIV prevention and care is shaped by clinical expertise and early experiences in global health. Her work exemplifies the values of patient-centered medicine and continues to improve the lives of people living with HIV. We’re grateful for all you do, Dr. Frasca! 👏
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Josh Barocas, MD ⭕️ @jabarocas.bsky.social · 03/07/2025
Lucky to work with a brilliant ID fellow, @kirkfetters.bsky.social who has this insight @jama.com @cudivofid.bsky.social url:https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2836034?utm_source=bluesky&utm_campaign=content-shareicons&utm_content=article_engagement&utm_medium=social&utm_term=070325
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JAMA – The Latest Medical Research, Reviews, and Guidelines
Explore the latest in medicine including the JNC8 blood pressure guideline, sepsis and ARDS definitions, autism science, cancer screening guidelines, and more.
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Andres Henao, MD PhD FIDSA @andhen25.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
A real pleasure and honor to attend, learn and represent @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social @cudivofid.bsky.social at API in Lima Peru 🇵🇪 and connect with colleagues and friends @tainfdis.bsky.social
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CU Anschutz Infectious Diseases @cudivofid.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
We’re so proud to have Dr. Hillary Dunlevy on our faculty in CU Infectious Diseases! Her leadership in HIV care and advocacy is an inspiration. 👏
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CU Anschutz Department of Medicine @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
Juan Daniel Murillo Garcia, a visiting Colombian medical student, graduated during his rotation with our @cudivofid.bsky.social‬ division and the team wasn’t about to let it go unnoticed. Big thanks to Dr. Laura Damioli for organizing a sweet surprise celebration! 🥹🌟
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Andres Henao, MD PhD FIDSA @andhen25.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
Proud of @tainfdis.bsky.social supporting and promoting #GlobalSouth colleagues expertise and knowledge So much for us on the north to learn! @cudivofid.bsky.social @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social
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Andres Henao, MD PhD FIDSA @andhen25.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
It was a great pleasure and honor to welcome Dr. Gift Ngwende to @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social His work on #Stroke implementation science in restricted resource settings is so inspiring 🧬🔬 Learning from the #GlobalSouth @cudivofid.bsky.social @wsarmst.bsky.social
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CU Anschutz Infectious Diseases @cudivofid.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
Our Division hosted the inaugural 2025 Colorado Infectious Diseases Symposium on April 19. The event was a tremendous success, uniting experts from across the state to advance learning, enhance collegiality, and improve health outcomes for patients in Colorado! A proud moment for #ColoradoID!
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CU Anschutz Infectious Diseases @cudivofid.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
It’s a big day today for Infectious Diseases in Colorado—the first-ever COiD Symposium is underway! We just heard an inspiring opening plenary from Dr. Wendy Armstrong. Thrilled for a full day of learning, connection, and innovation in ID!
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CU Anschutz Department of Medicine @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
Measles doesn’t just make you sick—it can erase your immune system’s memory, leaving you vulnerable to infections like pneumonia and chickenpox for years. This “immune amnesia” has no treatment, but it can be prevented. @cudivofid.bsky.social's Dr. Michelle Barron explains more:
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Immune Amnesia: When Measles Makes Your Body Forget How to Fight Infections
Infectious diseases expert Michelle Barron, MD, explains immune amnesia, a potential years-long consequence of measles.
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Jessica Cataldi @jesscataldi.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
🤒Want to brush up on measles now that we have a case in Colorado? 🎙️Guess we recorded this just in time! @pidsociety.bsky.social @childrenscolo.bsky.social @cupediatrics.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...
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Measles in the Modern World
Podcast Episode · Charting Pediatrics · 04/01/2025 · 37m
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CU Anschutz Infectious Diseases @cudivofid.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
CU ID's Dr. Michelle Barron explains immune amnesia, a potential years-long consequence of measles. "Even if you survived measles and didn’t end up hospitalized or developing serious complications, you’re now defenseless in terms of other common infections that you might encounter." Read more ⬇️
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Immune Amnesia: When Measles Makes Your Body Forget How to Fight Infections
Infectious diseases expert Michelle Barron, MD, explains immune amnesia, a potential years-long consequence of measles.
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Andres Henao, MD PhD FIDSA @andhen25.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Highlighting the low rates and inconsistent prescribing of PJP prophylaxis for patients on glucocorticoids ≥2 weeks in @cidjournal.bsky.social @cudivofid.bsky.social @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social
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CU Anschutz Infectious Diseases @cudivofid.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
ID Division member @jabarocas.bsky.social had two studies cited in the @nytimes.com, shedding light on an urgent issue: "people are already suffering — we shouldn’t be making their lives worse" In Cities’ Rush to Clear Homeless Camps, People Have Been Crushed to Death
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In Cities’ Rush to Clear Homeless Camps, People Have Been Crushed to Death
Atlanta’s mayor began a drive to clear homeless encampments. But when heavy equipment came to raze one, nobody noticed that Cornelius Taylor was still inside his tent.
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CU Anschutz Infectious Diseases @cudivofid.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Discover insights from our division's own Dr. Steven Johnson in @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social's latest article. "I saw similarities between HIV and COVID-19 ... high lethality, and a need to rapidly develop information, medications, and a vaccine” news.cuanschutz.edu/department-o...
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5 Years Since COVID-19 Hit: How the Pandemic Affected CU Clinicians
CU Department of Medicine clinicians reflect on the immediate effects and years-long aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Need support in your research career? Let the CCTSI lighten your load by signing up for our FREE membership! Gain access to expert grant review programs funding opportunities, and training programs. buff.ly/4ksHG02 @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social, @cudivofid.bsky.social
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Andres Henao, MD PhD FIDSA @andhen25.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
Such a great pleasure welcoming Dr. Casapia from Peru to @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social to give grand rounds and teaching us about Dengue and Oropuche fever #GlobalHealth @cudivofid.bsky.social
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CU Anschutz Department of Medicine @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
Can you get the flu from the flu vaccine? Dr. Samantha Kaplan, a @cudivofid.bsky.social expert, sets the record straight! Spoiler: The flu shot can’t give you the flu. 👀💉 #MedSky #FluSeason
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CU Anschutz Department of Medicine @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
For decades, HIV was seen as a death sentence. Today, thanks to research & medical advances, people are not just living longer—they’re redefining what it means to age with HIV. Experts & advocates are shaping the future of HIV care. 🌟💙 @cudivofid.bsky.social buff.ly/3WXS0CV #MedSky #HIVCare
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Living a Long Life With HIV: CU Research and Care Strive for Successful Aging
When HIV first emerged in the 1980s, there were no treatments and no cure. Today, dying with HIV has mostly turned into living a long life with HIV.
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CU Anschutz Infectious Diseases @cudivofid.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
An HIV diagnosis is no longer a death sentence, but for many, living a long life with the virus means managing associated health challenges. Drs. Kristine Erlandson and Jacob Walker are helping people as they age through extensive research and care programs. news.cuanschutz.edu/department-o...
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Living a Long Life With HIV: CU Research and Care Strive for Successful Aging
When HIV first emerged in the 1980s, there were no treatments and no cure. Today, dying with HIV has mostly turned into living a long life with HIV.
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Mark Harden @markharden.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
When HIV first emerged in the early 1980s, there were no treatments and no cure. Death came in months or a few years. Today, HIV is still with us, but almost everything else has changed. My latest story. #cucityofhealth @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social @cuanschutz.bsky.social
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Living a Long Life With HIV: CU Research and Care Strive for Successful Aging
When HIV first emerged in the 1980s, there were no treatments and no cure. Today, dying with HIV has mostly turned into living a long life with HIV.
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
Are you an early career investigator? Our Clinical Faculty Scholars Program offers mentorship, grant-writing support, and guidance to help you secure career development awards. Apply today! buff.ly/4aNpBFD @hdaylum.bsky.social, @cudivofid.bsky.social, @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social
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Clinical Faculty Scholars Program | CCTSI
Helping emerging investigators obtain a career development award or a first independent, extramural project award through a variety of guided programs.
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
A groundbreaking study led by @jabarocas.bsky.social and published in the American Academy of Pediatrics revealed that 25% of youth experienced homelessness in Denver in 2021—a troubling trend that's been rising since 2017. buff.ly/4h4Lbaw
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Study Finds 25% of Youth Experienced Homelessness in Denver in 2021, Significantly Higher Than Known Counts
Study Finds 25% of Youth Experienced Homelessness in Denver in 2021, Significantly Higher Than Known Counts
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Kudos to CCTSI researcher Kristine Erlandson, MD! Her study on #LongCOVID biomarkers was named one of the most influential publications of 2024 by Annals of Internal Medicine. It found that 25 routine lab tests cannot reliably diagnose long COVID. ▶️https://buff.ly/4fIpHjA @cudivofid.bsky.social
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Differentiation of Prior SARS-CoV-2 Infection and Postacute Sequelae by Standard Clinical Laboratory Measurements in the RECOVER Cohort
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 14/01/2025
Kudos to CCTSI researcher Kristine Erlandson, MD! Her study on #LongCOVID biomarkers was named one of the most influential publications of 2024 by Annals of Internal Medicine. It found that 25 routine lab tests can't reliably diagnose long COVID. ▶️https://buff.ly/4fIpHjA @cudivofid.bsky.social
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Differentiation of Prior SARS-CoV-2 Infection and Postacute Sequelae by Standard Clinical Laboratory Measurements in the RECOVER Cohort
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Josh Barocas, MD ⭕️ @jabarocas.bsky.social · 03/01/2025
*New publication in Pediatrics. Just as 2024 point-in-time was released showing ⬆️ in homelessness, we used a different method to estimate youth (14-17 yo) #homelessness in #Denver #Colorado. Link to abstract and video abstract here (1/3): publications.aap.org/pediatrics/a...
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Youth Homelessness in Denver, Colorado: 2017–2021
10.1542/6364240113112Video AbstractPEDS-VA_2024-0679656364240113112OBJECTIVES. Homelessness is a public health crisis in the United States, yet homelessness prevalence, especially among children and y...
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CU Anschutz Infectious Diseases @cudivofid.bsky.social · 03/01/2025
A huge thank you to Dr. Jenna Guthmiller (@guthmillerjenna.bsky.social) for her outstanding ID Grand Rounds presentation yesterday on "Influenza Pandemics: Lessons from the Past to Inform the Future," providing essential insights to boost our future preparedness! 🦠💉 #IDSky
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
Learn how Kevin Messacar, MD, PhD, infectious disease specialist at @childrenscolo.bsky.social and associate director of CCTSI Resources and Services, has helped one patient through her 10-year journey with acute flaccid myelitis, a polio-like illness. @cudivofid.bsky.social
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Children’s Hospital Colorado patient finds resilience after 10 years of dealing with polio-like illness
The 16-year-old has figured out how to adapt to the loss of function in her left arm. But that hasn’t stopped her from training and competing in alpine skiing.
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Andres Henao, MD PhD FIDSA @andhen25.bsky.social · 26/12/2024
In this SR and MA, we found compelling evidence that antiparasitic treatment significantly reduces the risk of ECG changes, disease progression, CV death, and overall mortality in chronic #Chagas’ disease @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
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CU Anschutz Infectious Diseases @cudivofid.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
✨ Cheers to a wonderful year! Today, we gathered for a joyous holiday lunch, celebrating the hard work and achievements of our #InfectiousDiseases team. Wishing everyone a happy holiday season! ❄️ @stenehjem.bsky.social @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social
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Eddie Stenehjem @stenehjem.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
Love this approach from the journal Therapeutic Advances in ID. We have much to learn from the Global South.
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CU Anschutz Infectious Diseases @cudivofid.bsky.social · 12/12/2024
We love collaborating with the Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (@cctsi.bsky.social)! Head over to their page and check out all the fantastic offerings! 🌟 @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social @stenehjem.bsky.social
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Eddie Stenehjem @stenehjem.bsky.social · 12/12/2024
Our future is bright with these amazing incoming fellows @cudivofid.bsky.social! Welcome to @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social!
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CU Anschutz Department of Medicine @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
For #WorldAIDSDay, Kristine Erlandson, MD, was invited to the White House to give a panel presentation on quality of life for people with HIV. The panel was part of an all-day symposium that convened HIV survivors, researchers, and community leaders. Huge round of 👏! @cudivofid.bsky.social
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CU Anschutz Infectious Diseases @cudivofid.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
💫 We are delighted to announce our 2025 incoming Infectious Diseases fellows: Drs. Jennifer Chou, Martina King, and Laura Victoria! We can't wait to see the incredible contributions they'll bring to our #InfectiousDiseases family! 🚀 #FellowshipMatch #Match2025 #WelcometoID #IDSky #MedSky
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Kevin Messacar, MD, PhD, of @cudivofid.bsky.social, our director of CCTSI Resources and Services, talks about the surge in walking pneumonia cases in young children in this Denver Post article. “What we are seeing now is a several-fold increase than what we typically see," he said.
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Colorado’s flu season likely to be normal, but COVID is a “wild card”
Experts were less sure what to expect from COVID-19. Hospitalizations started rising in June, and have leveled out since mid-August.
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Andres Henao, MD PhD FIDSA @andhen25.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
📚Submissions open for the collection -Case Reports from the Global South: Learning from Low Resource Setting #GlobalHealth @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social @cudivofid.bsky.social @madhupai.bsky.social We have so much to learn from our Global South colleagues journals.sagepub.com/topic/collec...
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Andres Henao, MD PhD FIDSA @andhen25.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
We have a blast! So reinvigorating to connect and learn from our Global South colleagues! Too much inspiration and work to do
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CU Anschutz Infectious Diseases @cudivofid.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
🎉 We love the CoZIE (Colorado-Zimbabwe International Exchange) program! Read more about our global health collaboration with the University of Zimbabwe College of Health Sciences: news.cuanschutz.edu/department-o...
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