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Manijeh Berenji MD MPH

@mberenjimd.bsky.social
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Occupational and Environmental Medicine Physician with toxicology experience. Clinical Informaticist. Associate Clinical Professor at UC Irvine School of Medicine and Wen School of Public Health. Posts=my own.

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Nature Portfolio @natureportfolio.nature.com · 10/08/2026
Summer days featuring conditions that promote wildfire ignition, intensity, and spread have more than doubled across large parts of the Iberian Peninsula, France, Italy, and Greece since 1981, according to a study in Scientific Reports. go.nature.com/44U6vLR 🌎🧪
This is figure 1, which shows that a lengthy spell of blistering heat fueled major wildfires in August 2025
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Scott McGrath @smcgrath.phd · 20/06/2026
This is a good debunking of AI energy guilt, with fair caveats about the bigger picture by @andymasley.bsky.social Tagging @chethan.bsky.social and @mberenjimd.bsky.social
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Using ChatGPT is not bad for the environment - a cheat sheet
The numbers clearly show this is a pointless distraction for the climate movement
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Manijeh Berenji MD MPH @mberenjimd.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Excited to see the joint efforts of American College of Lifestyle Medicime and the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine advancing #LifestyleMedicineintheWorkplace. 1/ lifestylemedicine.org/about-aclm/w...
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Workforce Development
American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) is the medical professional society for physicians and other health professionals dedicated to clinical and worksite practice of lifestyle medicine.
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Manijeh Berenji MD MPH @mberenjimd.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
The #GardenGrove chemical crisis is a reminder of why vigilant environmental monitoring and transparent public communication matter. Events like this highlight the importance of coordinated response (fire authorities, emergency management, and public health). www.presstelegram.com/2026/05/24/n.
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Crack in Garden Grove chemical tank could be decreasing chance of explosion, officials say
The South Coast Air Quality Management District and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency are monitoring the air. At around 8 a.m. on Sunday, a fire official said they had no changes to report.
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Manijeh Berenji MD MPH @mberenjimd.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
BlueSky Thread 🧵 1/ On World Day for Safety and Health at Work on April 28th (Workers Memorial Day in the U.S.), a major shift is underway: The Work Stress Prevention Alliance (WSPA) is calling attention to #psychosocialhazards as a core #workplacesafety issue. www.healthywork.org/wspa/
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WSPA | Healthy Work Campaign
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Yuri Quintana @yuriquintana.com · 17/04/2026
🚨 Final Call -Patient-Powered Digital Health 2026 June 22–24, 2026 at Harvard & BIDMC 1. Research Track - For validated work from researchers, clinicians, and industry 2. Innovation Track - For early-stage and high-potential digital health solutions ⏰ Due: 4/17/26 11:59 PM EST lnkd.in/evTNrmGQ
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Yuri Quintana @yuriquintana.com · 11/04/2026
Final call for proposals — Patient-Powered Digital Health 2026, June 22–24, Harvard/BIDMC. Keynote: Dr. Jag Singh, HMS/MGH. Evidence-based, patient co-designed work only. Deadline: April 17 www.dcinetwork.org/patients2026
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Manijeh Berenji MD MPH @mberenjimd.bsky.social · 21/03/2026
Great discussion about importance of scientific communication to dispel misinformation @acmtmedtox.bsky.social
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Climate at the National Academies @climate.nationalacademies.org · 12/02/2026
Join Climate at the National Academies in partnership with VASEM and UVA for a day-long program to discuss opportunities and challenges for flood resilience across the Commonwealth. Register now: ow.ly/SIqw50Ye3nS
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The Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health @docsforclimate.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
🫁 New report: Today, the American Lung Association released “Something in the Air," highlighting how local air quality monitors expose hidden pollution and help communities take action for cleaner air. Read it here: www.lung.org/policy-advoc...
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The Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health @docsforclimate.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Extreme heat after hurricanes is a dangerous and overlooked threat, particularly for workers cleaning up after the disaster. The risk is even higher for crews that travel in from cooler climates. "It's going to make it harder for them to do their jobs."
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After a hurricane, extreme heat poses a serious threat to recovery workers
The risk is even higher for crews that travel in from cooler climates.
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Manijeh Berenji MD MPH @mberenjimd.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
The @himssgc.bsky.social #datamodernization preconference continues, so glad to be in good company with the leaders at the forefront of #publichealthinformatics!
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Manijeh Berenji MD MPH @mberenjimd.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Glad to be at the @himssgc.bsky.social preconference focused on ##datamodernization in #publichealth. #interoperability #partnerships
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The Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health @docsforclimate.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
We’re in awe of these digital communication powerhouses! In a changing media landscape, we need to be where are patients are with relatable, accessible, and evidence-based messages. #OPOH26 @psr.org
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The Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health @docsforclimate.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
There’s a lot to unpack when it comes to federal climate action—from silencing science to disregarding the health impacts. We can respond by making it personal and local, building collaborations, and sharing our stories. “We’re all in this fight together.” #OPOH26
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MedPage Today @medpagetoday.com · 27/02/2026
Medical school should be free, said Mark Cuban, the billionaire entrepreneur from "Shark Tank" and the co-founder of a pharmaceutical start-up, during the @ama-assn.org National Advocacy Conference on Monday. www.medpagetoday.com/publichealthpo…
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Medical School Should Be Free, Billionaire Says
Businessman Mark Cuban also urged docs to find a 'voice' on the Hill
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Manijeh Berenji MD MPH @mberenjimd.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
I'm here! #ViVE2026
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The Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health @docsforclimate.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
The 2026 Our Planet, Our Health Convention is less than two weeks away! Join us in person or virtually to build the skills, relationships, and momentum needed to make a difference when it matters most. Register here: cvent.me/qxz7yN #OPOH26
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Lighthouse @armholster.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
I’m back in AZ, from attending SpaceCom 2026 in Orlando! NASA’s budget was restored, largely due to CEO Bill Nye and Planetary Society advocacy. The Artemis moon mission may launch as early as Feb 8 with 4 astronauts. Great conference. I’ll be back in 2027. More at SpaceCom: www.spacecomexpo.com
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Bill Nye takes Orlando victory lap for science after NASA budget win
Bill Nye let a packed crowd at the Orange Convention Center know that it’s not a good idea to send a human on a one-way trip to Mars. “Although there’s a few I wouldn’t mind,” he said earning another ...
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ProPublica @propublica.org · 24/01/2026
At least 11 people died and more than 1,400 residents sought emergency care for carbon monoxide poisonings during the 2021 winter storm in Texas. Here’s what you should know about keeping your family and home safe, especially during power outages (with @nbcnews.com):
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How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Your Home
Carbon monoxide is an odorless, tasteless, colorless gas that can cause serious injury or even death if inhaled in high quantities. Here’s how you can keep your home and family safe.
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AMIA @amia.org · 15/01/2026
@prpayne5.bsky.social is AMIA's new Board Chair and President! A 26-year AMIA member, Dr. Philip Payne brings a bold vision for informatics-driven healthcare. 🧵 Read the full press release: amia.org/news-publica... #HealthInformatics #Healthcare
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Manijeh Berenji MD MPH @mberenjimd.bsky.social · 02/01/2026
This will be interesting to watch in 2026. #AIinhealthcare #whopaysfortheAI #AIpaymentmodels #healthinnovation @statnews.com Who will pay for AI in health care? 3 trends to watch in 2026 www.statnews.com/2026/01/02/h... via @statnews.com
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Who will pay for AI in health care? 3 trends to watch in 2026
What to watch out for in 2026, as the health care industry gears up for a battle over how clinical AI should get paid for.
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The Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health @docsforclimate.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
⏰ #GivingTuesday is almost here! Your support helps keep our community strong, connected, and brave. If you believe in health professionals leading with clarity and courage when it matters most, please consider giving tomorrow. ➡️ medsocietiesforclimatehealth.org/givingtuesda...
A dark blue graphic with the words “GivingTuesday” at the top, with the “V” replaced by a heart-shaped globe. Below it reads “Invest in a healthier future.” A green flip-style countdown display shows “01.” At the bottom is the logo and name: “The Medical Society Consortium on Climate & Health.”
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Jason Moore @moorejh.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
I have never understood why organizations don't recognize & value these people. In academic medical centers, they are often informaticians.... #informatics #bioinformatics #glue
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Lola Ogunyemi @omololaogunyemi.bsky.social · 16/11/2025
Opening keynote by Kedar Mate at #AMIA2025 He asks what is your “why” for informatics/what you do? Mine is increasing access to quality care and improving outcomes for medically underserved and under resourced communities.
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Andrea Ketchum @envirolib.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
A profile in courage speaks out at a very difficult time. I wish Tatiana Schlossberg all the needed strength and love in her fight ahead. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
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Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK, announces terminal cancer diagnosis
Journalist, daughter of Caroline Kennedy and Edwin Schlossberg, reveals she has acute myeloid leukemia
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Manijeh Berenji MD MPH @mberenjimd.bsky.social · 23/11/2025
🌡️ New research shows heat exposure during pregnancy disrupts key amino acids and vitamins — the same biological changes seen in preterm births. 🔥 For pregnant people without access to cooling, heat isn’t just discomfort — it’s a molecular stressor with real consequences. #extremeheat
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Richard Ferro, MD MSc @richferro.com · 22/11/2025
Really proud to be a part of the Graze community, some of the coolest projects happening on the AT protocol are happening with @graze.social
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Jessie Tenenbaum @jessiet1023.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Achievement unlocked. What a thrill to have my paper featured in @ciminoj.bsky.social’s #AMIA2025 Year in Review! 😁🤓🤩 #LHS #LearningHealthSystem #LearningPublicHealthSystem #DataDrivenPolicy
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Scott McGrath @smcgrath.phd · 19/11/2025
What's one of the highlights from #AMIA2025, well the dance party of course!
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Scott McGrath @smcgrath.phd · 19/11/2025
That’s a wrap for me and #AMIA2025. Thank you to AMIA staff, SPC Chair Brian Dixon and all the co-chairs, and my informatics tribe. I thoroughly enjoyed learning from and catching up with so many of you! I missed those who couldn’t attend, and I look forward to seeing everyone again soon!
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Scott McGrath @smcgrath.phd · 18/11/2025
Sitting in for Advancing biomedical informatics in a polarized political landscape: Understanding and bridging divides from the Climate, Health, and Informatics WG #AMIA2025
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Mark Hoffman @markhoffmankc.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Very impressive #AMIA2025 presentation about MedViz. Altnerative to chat interactions with AI. medviz.org
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Damian Borbolla @dborbolla.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
@billhersh.bsky.social is another great example…. he’s practically the king of volunteers @amia.org He has contributed immensely to the organization over the 40 years he has been participating on the conference. #amia2025
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Jessie Tenenbaum @jessiet1023.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Ps P68 :) #AMIA2025
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Yuri Quintana @yuriquintana.com · 18/11/2025
Join us on Wednesday at #AMIA2025 for a panel on Challenges and Opportunities to Deploying Artificial Intelligence Solutions in Low and Middle-Income Countries. 11/19 9:45 AM- 11:00 AM | Room A705 Atrium level , S107 cache.91c2be992dfb7dcc6256c04eaf0f366c.r2.cloudflarestorage.com/5f5798bd-33b...
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The Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health @docsforclimate.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
Health is the foundation of strong societies and resilient economies, and climate change threatens that. Aligning climate and health financing is vital to safeguarding lives, supporting growth, and building long-term stability. #COP30
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What if Climate Policy Started with Health—and Grew the Economy? | Opinion
As leaders gather for COP30, they must reject false narratives that pit climate and health action against economic growth.
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Scott McGrath @smcgrath.phd · 17/11/2025
Informatics Debates audience has spilled into the hallway, not even standing room only #AMIA2025
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Scott McGrath @smcgrath.phd · 16/11/2025
MedSky Labeler: Subscribe to the @medsky.social Network and labeler to identify your specialty, and HAVE FUN! Hope this helps get you started here on Bluesky, and it encourages you stick around! #AMIA2025 10/10
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Medsky Network & Labeler (@medsky.social)
A network of healthcare workers across the ATmosphere Topics: @topics.medsky.social Med Misinformation Labeler: @moderation.medsky.social Support: tinyurl.com/vbf3swdw
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Scott McGrath @smcgrath.phd · 16/11/2025
BLOCKING The culture that has emerged on Bluesky is "block early, block often" Bluesky has what is referred to a a nuclear block. Blocked accounts will not be able to like, reply, mention, or follow you. Their posts, replies, and profile in search will also be hidden from you. #AMIA2025 9/10
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Scott McGrath @smcgrath.phd · 16/11/2025
ANTI-TOXICITY: Bluesky has done some amazing things with providing users tools to shut down harassment and negative vibes. You can modify who is allowed to interact with your post (bottom left corner), or if someone has quote posted you in bad faith, you can detach that quote post #AMIA2025 8/10
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New Anti-Toxicity Features on Bluesky - Bluesky
Trust and Safety (T&S) affects everything — from community policy and spam detection, all the way to the order that replies show up on a post. At Bluesky, the product team works hand-in-hand with T&S…
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Scott McGrath @smcgrath.phd · 16/11/2025
FEEDS #4 Biomedical Informatics: a feed that is part of #MedSky (Med Twitter alternative) that focuses on informatics posts #AMIA2025 7/10
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Biomedical Informatics by @medsky.social
A Medsky feed comprised of posts from HCWs working in the field of biomedical informatics. Include keywords #BiomedicalInformatics. Add a @medsky.social Clinical Informatics label to be included in…
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Scott McGrath @smcgrath.phd · 16/11/2025
FEEDS #3 Quite Posters: Don't miss posts from people you follow that are infrequent posters #AMIA2025 6/10
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Quiet Posters by @why.bsky.team
Posts from your quieter followers
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Scott McGrath @smcgrath.phd · 16/11/2025
FEEDS #2 Popular With Friends: posts that the people you follow and what they have liked #AMIA2025 5/10
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Popular With Friends by @bsky.app
A mix of popular content from accounts you follow and content that your follows like.
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Scott McGrath @smcgrath.phd · 16/11/2025
FEEDS: There is no central algorithm here at Bluesky, you have control of what you see via subscriptions to various Feeds. You can subscribe to as many you like, but I'm going to suggest a few key ones that I think are excellent: For You: A discovery feed #AMIA2025 4/10
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For You by @spacecowboy17.bsky.social
A personalized algorithmic feed based on your likes. It finds people who liked the same posts as you, and shows you what else they've liked recently.
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