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Advocating for pro-science, pro-health, pro-common sense policies to help protect the health of Hoosiers. Join us! www.hoosiersvaccinate.org #VaccinateIndiana

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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 1h
"The evidence is clear. Serious vaccine injuries are measured in cases per million doses. The diseases those vaccines prevent are measured in cases per thousand infections, and before vaccines they killed thousands of Americans every year." historyofvaccines.org/blog/vaccine...
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Vaccine Injuries Are Real, Rare, and Dwarfed by the Diseases They Prevent
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Indiana Immunization Coalition @vaccinatein.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
A bit achy or tired after your flu shot? That’s your immune system getting to work 💪 The flu vaccine uses an inactive virus; it can’t give you the flu. Learn the facts: vaccinateindiana.org/flu-shot-fac...
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Dorit Reiss @doritreiss.bsky.social · 19h
Reminder: no measles, these two Texas children would not have died. But CHD is targeting treating doctors to deflect from the harm their efforts cause. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026... via @theguardian.com @walkerbragman.bsky.social @melodyschreiber.com
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Anti-vaxxers target Texas measles doctors to cast doubt on deaths amid outbreak
Children’s Health Defense and RFK Jr publicly dispute recent measles deaths to ‘distract’ from damage caused and question vaccines, experts say
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 16h
Let’s be mindful of ourselves and others. When we stay up-to-date on recommended immunizations, we not only protect ourselves, but the people around us, too. Very demure. Very mindful. #VaccinateIndiana
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 19h
“As people stop vaccinating, those diseases are not gone. They will start to come back and circulate in our communities, and so by not using vaccines as a tool in our toolkit, we are going to see more and more of those vaccine-preventable diseases occur" nbcmontana.com/news/local/t...
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The pediatric death reported in September was cause by HIB, a vaccine preventable infectio
Caption: Symptoms of HIB range from mild ear infections to severe life-threatening infections like bacterial meningitis. Photo: NBC MontanaThe Department of Pub
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Indiana Immunization Coalition @vaccinatein.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Vaccinated kids are less likely to get sick or miss school and activities if they catch the coronavirus. Got questions or concerns about COVID vaccines? Chat with your healthcare provider, they’re here to help! #VaccinateIndiana
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Indiana Immunization Coalition @vaccinatein.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
🚨 “Most likely, this will continue to spread here in Indiana. It won’t go away for a while.” www.wrtv.com/news/health-...
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Indiana faces measles concerns with 24 confirmed cases during virus season
Health officials in Indiana expressed concern over 24 confirmed measles cases and urged residents to stay vaccinated as the respiratory virus begins to circulate during the upcoming cold and flu…
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Voices for Vaccines @voices4vaccines.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
"Davis knew 'nothing, zero, zilch,' she says, about shingles until it happened to her, which made her want to speak out about it." www.today.com/health/aging...
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Viola Davis Reveals She Was Diagnosed With Shingles
The actor shares what it took to learn that illness isn’t a sign of weakness.
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Michelle Moore @trebula.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
In a world where science and medical advancements have given us the ability to prevent so many diseases, skipping vaccines because of misinformation is a tragedy. Are vaccines safe? Yes, they are. hoosiersvaccinate.org/are-vaccines...
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Are Vaccines Safe? - Hoosiers Vaccinate
Are Vaccines Safe? Yes, and without vaccines, we would see the return of long-forgotten diseases that have been under control for decades.
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
The flu can steal more than a few days; it can knock you out for 7–14 days. And with most Americans having just 5 sick days to spare, that’s time you may not have. Don’t let the flu take your time, your money, or your vacation plans. Protect yourself and the people around you. Get your flu shot!
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
Did you know you can help protect your baby from whooping cough before they’re even born? If you're expecting, speak to your healthcare provider about the Tdap vaccine. vaccinateindiana.org/pertussis/ #VaccinateIndiana
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
"County-level vaccination averages can appear high enough to protect against measles spreading, yet still hide dense clusters of unvaccinated children that can fuel outbreaks." www.indianagazette.com/lifestyles/h...
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School vaccination rates reveal hidden measles outbreak risks. But access depends on where you live.
Healthbeat reports that school vaccination rates reveal risks for measles outbreaks, emphasizing that access to this data varies significantly by state.
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Indiana Immunization Coalition @vaccinatein.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Vaccines don’t cause autism. Decades of research confirm the safety of the immunization schedule. Autism is linked to brain development before birth, especially in the prefrontal cortex, pointing to genetic and prenatal factors, not vaccines. Science is clear. www.chop.edu/vaccine-educ...
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Voices for Vaccines @voices4vaccines.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
We're troubled to see this hepatitis B vaccine study moving forward. The birth dose has safely protected babies for decades, and every newborn deserves that protection. Dr. Paul Offit: "It's a wholly unethical trial, and it shouldn't be allowed." www.rollingstone.com/politics/pol...
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CDC Is Moving Forward With a Previously Shelved Controversial Hepatitis B Vaccine Study
“It’s a wholly unethical trial, and it shouldn’t be allowed,” says Dr. Paul Offit of Guinea-Bissau study
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Dorit Reiss @doritreiss.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Anti-Vax is Not Pro-Religion: lying about religion to avoid protecting children from disease does not promote religious freedom; only sick and dead children, explains @pauloffit.bsky.social thephiladelphiacitizen.org/anti-vax-is-... via @thephilacitizen.bsky.social
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Anti-Vax is Not Pro-Religion
CHOP’s esteemed immunologist steps into the debate over vaccines and religious freedom, and asks: What would Jesus do?
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
The MMR vaccine is the best way to protect your child against measles. The vaccine is safe and more than 90% effective. If you have questions about measles or the MMR vaccine, please speak with your child's pediatrician. www.chop.edu/vaccine-educ... #VaccinateIndiana
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
"When a vaccine works, the disease disappears from daily life, along with the stories and firsthand experience that once made the vaccine feel necessary." www.cidrap.umn.edu/childhood-va...
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CIDRAP Op-Ed: The diseases we've forgotten, like Hib, make their vaccines easy to dismiss
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
"We have made tremendous progress..., but that progress is neither permanent nor self-sustaining. Protecting it requires continued investment in vaccine access, disease surveillance, healthcare professionals, and trusted community partnerships." www.futureofpersonalhealth.com/infectious-d...
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Measles Is Back. America Must Not Forget the Lesson That Gave Rise to Vaccinate Your Family.
In 1991, former U.S. First Lady Rosalynn Carter and former Arkansas First Lady Betty Bumpers founded the organization now known as Vaccinate Your Family in response to a national tragedy.
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Indiana Immunization Coalition @vaccinatein.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Getting a flu shot reduces your risk of severe flu-related illness by 40%-60%. Protect your health and your family — get a flu shot each year before the end of October 💪🏽
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Dorit Reiss @doritreiss.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Measles is back. Reminder: it's highly contagious, has few treatment options - and is preventable with an effective vaccine, remind us Walter Orenstein and Amy Pisani www.futureofpersonalhealth.com/infectious-d...
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Measles Is Back. America Must Not Forget the Lesson That Gave Rise to Vaccinate Your Family.
In 1991, former U.S. First Lady Rosalynn Carter and former Arkansas First Lady Betty Bumpers founded the organization now known as Vaccinate Your Family in response to a national tragedy.
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
If you’d like to learn more about vaccines and how to share a positive message through pro-science advocacy, follow these tips to get started: hoosiersvaccinate.org/vaccine-advo... #VaccinateIndiana
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
"Despite the stereotype, the Amish are not anti-vaccine. Their reasons for rejecting vaccination are more nuanced." www.nytimes.com/2026/10/04/u...
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Measles Outbreak in Amish Country Forces Some to Rethink Vaccines
The spread of measles in Pennsylvania and Ohio is largely affecting Amish communities where vaccinations levels are low.
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Indiana Immunization Coalition @vaccinatein.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Sip your coffee, show your support, and help protect Hoosiers. Our new tumblers and mugs are available now, and all proceeds support our work to provide vaccination access, education, and advocacy. Sip with a purpose! vaccinateindiana.printify.me
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Dorit Reiss @doritreiss.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
What Happened to the Children of Pregnant Women Who Got a COVID Vaccine? We are tracking them in multiple ways. So far, after many studies? "no evidence of adverse developmental effects from getting a COVID vaccine during pregnancy." open.substack.com/pub/stopanti... via @aboutpediatrics.bsky.social
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What Happened to the Children of Pregnant Women Who Got a COVID Vaccine?
While Dawn Michael is just asking questions about COVID vaccines in pregnancy, she will be surprised by the answers!
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
It’s sniffle season! Go get your flu shot 💪🏽 #FightFlu #VaccinateIndiana
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
When people say, there wasn't autism when I was a kid... there was. We see more autism today because we're better at recognizing it, not because vaccines caused it. The science is clear: autism begins before birth and is largely influenced by genetics.
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
"A few hours. That is all the time this disease gave us. I have spent every day since asking how this happened to a healthy young man who did everything right, and I keep coming back to the same answer: No one told us he was still at risk." www.sfchronicle.com/opinion/open...
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My son died within hours of contracting meningitis B.
A vaccine could have saved his life
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Indiana Immunization Coalition @vaccinatein.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
The flu may share some symptoms with a cold, like sore throat, runny nose, and cough, but it's much more severe. The flu causes thousands of deaths and hundreds of thousands of hospitalizations in the U.S. each year. Don't risk your health; protect it with a flu shot!
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Voices for Vaccines @voices4vaccines.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Join Voices for Vaccines and @unbiasedscipod.bsky.social on Tuesday at 1 PM EST. We'll be streaming on Instagram and Facebook. Come hang out!
A partnership between Unbiased Science and Voices for Vaccines. Live with Unbiased Voices.
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Nurse Teri 🇺🇦🇬🇱 👩🏽‍⚕️ 👊🏼 🐸 @nurseteria.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Story telling and listening are two of the best tools we have as healthcare providers, especially when today's patients are confronted with so much information-it can become very confusing. Thanks @vaxyourfam.bsky.social for sharing my insights. vaccinateyourfamily.org/personal-sto...
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Teri - Vaccinate Your Family
Teri is a grandmother with over 40 years of nursing experience. She's seen what infectious diseases can do and the difference vaccines make.
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Dorit Reiss @doritreiss.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Let’s Talk About the V-Safe Data Again: It is being misused to make claims it can't support. via @aboutpediatrics.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/stopanti...
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Let’s Talk About the V-Safe Data Again
It should be obvious from looking at v-safe data that COVID vaccines are not causing many deaths.
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Can the flu shot cause Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS)? The evidence is reassuring: GBS is more likely to occur after having the flu than after getting a flu vaccine. Getting vaccinated is the best way to prevent flu and its complications. www.chop.edu/vaccine-educ...
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
When a child gets measles, it’s not just their recovery; it’s 10–14 days of round-the-clock care. Missed work, canceled plans, sleepless nights, and a sick child who needs you constantly. Don’t let measles take your time, your income, or your family’s well-being. Vaccinate on time!
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Anyone can get the flu. And while the flu may be less severe for healthy people, spreading the virus can put young children, older adults, and people with compromised immune systems at severe risk. Protect yourself. Protect others. Get a flu shot. #FightFlu #VaccinateIndiana
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Indiana Immunization Coalition @vaccinatein.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
👪 You have the power to protect your child from certain types of cancer. The HPV vaccine is well-studied and safe. If you have questions about HPV or the vaccine, please speak with your healthcare provider.
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Dorit Reiss @doritreiss.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Tune in LIVE on Tuesday, October 6 at 1:00 PM EST as @unbiasedscipod.bsky.social and @voices4vaccines.bsky.social team up! Dr. Jess Steier, Dr. Jessica Reggi, Jen Bordenick and Karen Ernst will break down what's happening in the news . VFV Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/21833...
Flyer announcing partnership and the discussion discussed in Skeet. Picture of Megaphone.
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
"Our whole family teams up for “Flu Shot and Candy Day” every October. We call it that because I am not above bribery, and if a fist full of candy makes a shot better for the boys, I am all for it." hoosiersvaccinate.org/flu-shot-and... #VaccinateIndiana #FightFlu
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Indiana Immunization Coalition @vaccinatein.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
About 80% of cervical and other cancers are caused by HPV. The good news? The HPV vaccine can help prevent them. Learn more and protect yourself: mayocl.in/3J07vSB #VaccinateIndiana
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Indiana Immunization Coalition @vaccinatein.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
ℹ️ "If you can’t find your medical records, or if you got the vaccine between 1963 and 1967, you may want to get another MMR dose." www.huffpost.com/entry/measle...
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This 1 Group Of Adults May Need A Measles Booster As Cases Reach A 30-Year High
Doctors warn that about 38% to 40% of measles cases this year have been in adults. Here’s what you need to know.
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Dorit Reiss @doritreiss.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Missing from CDC back to school messages: get vaccinated, especially with MMR, as children head back to school, vulnerable, during a big outbreak, says Dr. Deb Houry in @time.com time.com/article/2026...
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Children Are Back in School. Measles Is, Too
Now that children are back in school, we must use the tools we know work to keep this preventable disease out of the classroom, writes Dr. Debra Houry.
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Same, Stevie, same. The flu is more than just a cold, and it's preventable! Protect yourself this flu season with a flu shot 💪🏽
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Indiana Immunization Coalition @vaccinatein.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Being informed about vaccines means knowing that ingredients like gelatin and aluminum aren’t scary—they’re there for specific, science-based reasons. Knowledge beats worry every time. #VaccinateIndiana
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Dorit Reiss @doritreiss.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
I have no doubt that Mr. Siri knows that any vaccine requires informed consent - and is intentionally misrepresenting what a routine recommendation is here. Shared clinical decision making is not the same as informed consent. 1/2
Tweet from Siri says: “The CDC’s new guidelines for Covid-19 vaccines in a nutshell: 

For healthy adults and unhealthy adults and children, don’t seek their input – just inject.

For healthy children, seek the parents’ input first and if the parents consent (a.k.a., shared clinical decision making), then inject (off-label given this vaccine is not licensed for healthy children.) 

The CDC’s lack of respect for informed consent and individual rights will continue to erode what little trust remains in this agency and will ultimately be its undoing.”
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Dovewoman 💙 🇺🇦 💙 @dovewoman.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
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Hoosiers Vaccinate @hoosiersvaccinate.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Hoosiers Vaccinate is committed to protecting all of Indiana from vaccine-preventable diseases. The only way to achieve herd immunity is by working together as a community. Help us #VaccinateIndiana 💪🏽 hoosiersvaccinate.org
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Indiana Immunization Coalition @vaccinatein.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
The COVID-19 vaccines approved for use in the U.S. do not contain a live virus, so it is not possible for any “viral shedding” to occur. If you have questions about vaccines, please speak with a healthcare provider. www.chop.edu/vaccine-educ...
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Voices for Vaccines @voices4vaccines.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
"In 1949, before there was a vaccine, my thirteen-year-old brother Freddie died from encephalitis, a direct complication of measles. ...Freddie’s family will not stop letting people know that measles is preventable." hekint.org/2026/09/10/a...
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A measles death in the family - Hektoen International
Ellen DavisChapel Hill, North Carolina, United States In 1949, before there was a vaccine, my thirteen-year-old brother Freddie died from encephalitis, a direct complication of measles. A person with ...
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Kelly @broadwaybabyto.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
As the midterms approach, I want to remind folks that pandemics have historically given rise to fascism The fear associated with death and disability on a massive scale makes it easier for authoritarians to seize power Vote accordingly Protect disabled & marginalized people. Get them to the polls
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Fed study ties 1918 flu pandemic to Nazi Party gains
The paper examined municipal spending levels and voter extremism in Germany from the time of the initial influenza outbreak until 1933.
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Ian Weissman, DO @drianweissman.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Pennsylvania on Monday surpassed 900 measles cases, after adding more than 100 additional cases in the past week. thehill.com/homenews/sta...
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Pennsylvania surpasses 900 measles cases
Pennsylvania on Monday surpassed 900 measles cases, after adding more than 100 additional cases in the past week. The Pennsylvania Department of Health updated its measles dashboard Monday, putting…
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