Reposted by rooAlt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 07/08/2026Due to vaccine disinformation, more parents are declining Vitamin K shots at birth for their newborns 🩸Vitamin K is required to prevent bleeding 📉All babies are born with low levels 🏥Without supplementation, 1 in 60 to 1 in 250 newborns develop bleeding; that's 14,400-60,000 U.S. babies per yr 719676
Reposted by rooJeremy Berg @jeremymberg.bsky.social · 06/08/2026Fresh grant terminations at NIH 🤬 www.science.org/content/arti... 1/7science.orgNIH Director Bhattacharya kills more health disparities grantsLetter says agency is “adjusting its extramural research portfolio, which includes terminating grant awards” 710475
Reposted by rooAlt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 07/08/2026(1/4) RFKjr visiting CDC’s campus today for a photo op with Officer David Rose’s family and a “fireside chat” with CDC’s employees is a slap in the face to us all. 815830
Reposted by rooteabelly @teabelly.bsky.social · 07/08/2026Today at CDC they had a "celebration" for Jay. Someone heard the doge boys in IOD say “Welcome to the party” AT THE FUQING PLAQUE DEDICATION for the officer that died one year ago during CDC attack to someone. They’re all just having a big party... 3418858
Reposted by rooYesBiscuit @yesbiscuit.bsky.social · 07/08/2026Thirty-three year old David Rose was the officer killed responding to the CDC shooting on August 8, 2025. His wife was pregnant at the time and they had two other children. In case you were confused by the obscene cardboard cutout and sign as to what the occasion was. 262
Reposted by rooteabelly @teabelly.bsky.social · 07/08/2026as a reminder www.statnews.com/2026/08/07/c...statnews.comI was in my office when bullets hit the CDC. A year later, the agency remains under attack“It was briefly more dangerous to sit at a desk in Atlanta than to chase a hemorrhagic fever in the field,” writes Daniel Jernigan. 010221
Reposted by roospencer @spencer7-5.bsky.social · 29/07/2026random guy with Nunchucks asking us about the movie and when we say its a comedy he starts talking about Family Guy 3242
Reposted by rooFired but Fighting (National Public Health Coalition) @firedbutfighting.bsky.social · 18/07/2026Read National Public Health Coalition's full statement on Erica Schwartz Senate HELP Committee Hearing that was held on Wed, July 15, 2026. www.nationalphc.org/statement-on...nationalphc.orgStatement on Erica Schwartz Hearing — The National Public Health CoalitionBased on what we saw during the Senate HELP Committee hearing on July 15, 2026, NPHC cannot support Dr. Schwartz’s nomination. 0124
Reposted by rooFired but Fighting (National Public Health Coalition) @firedbutfighting.bsky.social · 18/07/2026This is an important read. Americans in quarantine due to Ebola outbreak in DRC. www.nytimes.com/2026/07/17/w...nytimes.com7 Americans Sent to Disputed Kenya Ebola Site After New Trump Travel BanThe aid workers were on the frontline in the fight against the outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and have shown no symptoms, their employer said. 22215
Reposted by rooAlt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 27/05/20265/5 As career civil servants, we all swore an oath to the Constitution -- not to any president or administration. At CDC and across government, we are here to protect the public and keep people safe. We will not be intimidated into abandoning that mission. ✊💚 27814
Reposted by rooAlt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 27/05/20261/5 The Trump admin is proposing a governmentwide NDA for federal employees, with threats of firing and even civil or criminal penalties for violations. They say it’s about stopping leaks. But let's be real -- it's a way to scare career staff into staying silent. 712252
Reposted by rooTheresa Kim, PhD, MS @tyk314.net · 26/05/2026Gift link provided. This is laughable and does not align with whistleblower protection laws.wapo.stTrump administration proposes NDAs for all federal workersThe rule, aimed at cracking down on leaks to media organizations, would expand nondisclosure agreements instituted at the Pentagon and other agencies. 1105
Reposted by roo27 UNIHTED @27unihted.bsky.social · 27/05/2026Thanks you to our colleagues who made these signs, you warmed the hearts of so many and your courage is contagious. Signs read: "Kelly, Your Impact Will Last" "Andrea, You Made a Difference" "Dan, Thank You for Leading with Integrity & Purpose" "Chuck, Champion of Science & the People Behind It" 121
Reposted by rooJeremy Berg @jeremymberg.bsky.social · 27/05/2026A friend shared this photo from outside an NIH building this morning. The signs refer to four former NIAID staff members who were recently forced out. 2 are retiring and 2 have been reassigned to the National Institute of Minority Health and Health Disparities. A travesty and 🙏 for their service. 311943
roo @roomcguire.bsky.social · 27/05/2026From @savehealthresearch.bsky.social and @27unihted.bsky.social about NIAID scientists 041
Reposted by rooAlt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 27/05/20261/3 Good morning. Many of us at CDC are getting calls to volunteer -- or being voluntold -- for airport Ebola screening deployments We have mixed feelings. Border screening makes for compelling visuals and reassuring headlines, but that has never been the core of Ebola control. 1018867
Reposted by rooAlt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 08/05/2026🚨 GEORGIA!🚨 The GA primaries and GA supreme court election are happening now! 🗓️ Early voting: 4/27-5/15 🗓️ Election day: May 19 ⚠️ The GA supreme court race is an election, not a primary. Candidates from both parties will be on your ballot and will be unlabeled. Read ahead!⚠️ 49243
Reposted by rooAlt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 09/05/2026😮💨 lots of rumors to swat down today. 🧵 1/? Ivermectin does not treat hantavirus. There are no known uses of this drug against hantavirus, and, in fact, it may cause more harm than good. Please do not take ivermectin to treat or prevent hantavirus. 1532483
Reposted by rooAlt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 07/05/2026🧵Hantavirus 🚢 🦠 ⚠️This is a rapidly evolving situation. We'll post info as we know more; know things may change as more info comes in⚠️ TLDR: Andes hantavirus detected on a cruise Cases: 2 confirmed, 3 suspected, 3 dead Likely linked to 🐦-watching trip in ARG🇦🇷—not ship rodents Pandemic risk is low 719244
Reposted by rooAlt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 07/05/2026Amplifying this bc we're continuing to see *inaccurate* claims that the Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) was gutted in 2025 Did VSP lose employees? Yes: 2 civilians were RIFed and 1 person retired (after being RIFed) Does VSP still have most of its employees: Also yes!media.tenor.coma man in a suit and hat is standing in front of a body of water and saying `` im still standing '' .Alt: elton john in a suit and hat is standing in front of a body of water and saying `` im still standing '' . 37928
Reposted by rooAlt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 27/04/2026💚 Looking for ways to support CDC staff? Check out @cdcmutualaid.bsky.social The 2026 fundraising goal of $75,000 would provide funds to the 38 CDCers still on their waiting list 💵 Donations: www.cdcresourceportal.org 🛒 CDC mutual aid store: cdc-mutual-aid-network.printful.mecdcresourceportal.orgMutual Aid Network PortalFrom Gratitude to Action 02817
Reposted by rooJenna Norton @jenna-m-norton.bsky.social · 27/04/2026“...the worst kind of political patronage... meant to contribute to an intentional degradation of confidence in the NIH.” - Joshua Gordon, former NIMH Director on Kristine Blanche, wife of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, being appointed to NCCIH Council www.statnews.com/2026/04/26/k...statnews.comDoctor, wife of acting U.S. attorney general, appointed to NIH advisory councilAn integrative medicine doctor who is the wife of the acting U.S. attorney general has been named as a member to one of the advisory councils that provides critical funding recommendations to the NIH. 33727
Reposted by rooJenna Norton @jenna-m-norton.bsky.social · 27/04/2026More on the firing of the National Science Board at NSF. This comes nearly a year after the administration dismantled similar boards at NIH. Of note, 38 of 43 experts cut from NIH boards were Black or Hispanic. wapo.st/4u8CkuCwapo.stTrump ousts National Science Board membersMembers of the independent board that guides the National Science Foundation said they received a notice from the White House that their position was being terminated. 31411
Reposted by rooJenna Norton @jenna-m-norton.bsky.social · 22/04/2026Scientists: It’s time to build ourselves some better options. Working in science under this administration has become an exercise of trying to find the least worst option: Do I quietly comply with unethical practices or refuse to comply and lose my job or grant or lab? 🧵1/5 45915
Reposted by rooFired but Fighting (National Public Health Coalition) @firedbutfighting.bsky.social · 17/04/2026RFK Jr couldn't answer a question about CDC staff morale. Article states, "According to CDC Data Project,... directors of 20 out of 25 CDC centers have resigned or been forced from their jobs since Kennedy became health secretary." How do you think morale is with this level of turnover?theguardian.comInside the CDC’s leadership vacuum: work at a ‘standstill’ and low morale as 80% of top posts remain vacantCurrent and ex-officials at the CDC warn Americans’ health security in danger under RFK Jr’s direction 23217
Reposted by rooFired but Fighting (National Public Health Coalition) @firedbutfighting.bsky.social · 17/04/2026Thoughts on CDC Director Nomination. The nomination of Dr. Schwartz, who has medical & public health experience & training, provides a small glimmer of hope that CDC staff may actually get a leader grounded in science. 1/3 🧵 1194
Reposted by rooLisa Fazio @lkfazio.bsky.social · 15/04/2026We need to reestablish a society where lying has consequences and isn't a reliable way of gaining money and power 🧪 thebulletin.org/premium/2026...thebulletin.orgHow to counter health misinformation when it's coming from the topHealth misinformation is now being generated and spread by those in charge of the United States’ public health system. Multiple interventions against health misinformation have been identified and are... 194
Reposted by rooFired but Fighting (National Public Health Coalition) @firedbutfighting.bsky.social · 09/04/2026STAT News published an excellent piece on 7 major challenges facing the next CDC director. We're sharing it because we agree with the points. Check it out and dive into the article for details. #NationalPublicHealthWeek #NPHW #HHS #PublicHealth 1129
Reposted by rooFired but Fighting (National Public Health Coalition) @firedbutfighting.bsky.social · 09/04/2026Washington Post to do better, edit the headline. CDC career staff & scientists did NOT delay data. The administration delayed release. “Acting CDC director cited concerns with the methodology, but the design has long been used to test vaccine effectiveness.” www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/...washingtonpost.com 0187
Reposted by rooEttingermentum @ettingermentum.bsky.social · 07/04/2026As recently as a few months ago, it seemed that 2026 was set to be something of a mixed verdict, with Trump losing some demographics but holding onto others. The Iran War has changed everything. He's losing everyone. There is no longer a floor. www.ettingermentum.news/p/hes-losing...ettingermentum.newsHe's Losing EverywhereA look into the upcoming midterms. 318322
Reposted by rooErin Reed @erininthemorning.com · 02/03/2026A recent statement from the American Society for Plastic Surgeons advised against surgery, HRT, blockers for trans youth. Now members and experts that were sidelined at the org are demanding answers after evidence shows it may have been politically influenced by the Trump admin. Read our latest.erininthemorning.comASPS Members Demand Answers After Org Released Anti-Trans Statement From Behind Closed DoorsThe statement is a blunt tool that the Trump regime can use to strip trans youth of life-saving care. 15905266
Reposted by rooAlt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 02/03/2026Did you know there is an over the counter birth control pill (Opill) you can get without a prescription? ✔️Prevents pregnancy 🚫Not for emergency contraception ☎️Talk to your provider first if you are on other medications or have health conditions Learn more here: www.acog.org/womens-healt...acog.orgOver-the-Counter Birth Control Pill: What to KnowDr. Anne-Marie Amies Oelschlager answers common questions about Opill, the first over-the-counter (OTC) daily birth control pill in the history of the United States. 010963
Reposted by rooProject Salt Box @projectsaltbox.com · 02/03/2026A new data point is coming to the Project Salt Box warehouse tracker — the wonderful team at RiskFootprint are providing us with site-specific climate risk assessments to help inform data-driven resistance. www.tinyurl.com/ICEWarehouse... 26832
Reposted by rooAlt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 27/02/2026Casey Means is dangerous & unqualified for Surgeon General. Check out what fmr SG, Jerome Adams had to say: “You wouldn’t promote someone to general without them meeting basic military standards…why should you lower the bar for public health?” Agree? Call your senators & let them know. 820563
Reposted by rooLeroy @leroylynch.bsky.social · 04/02/2026A comprehensive pathogen history, situation report, and risk assessment for Bird flu — Global, with a focus on the US, 2026 (your one-stop-shop for Bird flu information) www.roomcguire.health/p/the-people... by @roomcguire.bsky.socialroomcguire.healthThe People's Morbidity and Mortality Report (PMMR) - February 3, 2026/No. 2 - Bird flu: pathogen overview and current situationA comprehensive pathogen history, situation report, and risk assessment for Bird flu — Global, with a focus on the US, 2026 (your one-stop-shop for Bird flu information) 111
Reposted by rooBobby Kogan @bbkogan.bsky.social · 25/01/2026Congressional Republicans gave Trump a slush fund for ICE and CBP in the "Big Beautiful Bill." Tens of billions of dollars that is still usable even during a shutdown. Democrats must make rescinding that money the price of any future govt funding, as Republicans did with IRS money from the IRA. 5035021100
Reposted by rooFederal Workers Alliance for Democracy @workers4democracy.bsky.social · 25/01/2026Join us in honoring Alex’s memory this week by wearing black. 14215
Reposted by rooJosh Manning @joshmanning.bsky.social · 25/01/2026A lot of my friends still in the federal government at other agencies, many well-funded agencies, are equally okay with enduring no funding for concrete action that could stop the death in our city streets. 05518
Reposted by rooJenna Norton @jenna-m-norton.bsky.social · 25/01/2026The Senate may choose to vote together on the DHS and LHHS bills. Thus, a filibuster on DHS may mean no funding for NIH. What my colleagues are saying: “Shut it down, public health will understand. I’ll work without pay again.” - anonymous NIHer 13772268
roo @roomcguire.bsky.social · 20/01/2026Let’s talk white supremacist dog whistles, health, Big Dairy, the Epstein files, and the midterms. Why is MAHA talking about whole milk? www.roomcguire.health/p/whats-with...open.substack.comWhat's with the whole milk stuff?Many netizens are trying to understand a new, weird health campaign. Let's discuss white supremacist dog whistles, MAHA's culture war, Big Dairy, the Epstein Files, and the midterms. 030
Reposted by rooAlt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 17/01/2026Protect yourself from tear gas: N95s aren’t enough. Use half- or full‑face respirators with P100+OV filters, eye protection, no contacts. Safety tips: phr.org/our-work/res... Respirators: www.crisisreadymedia.org/masks Stay safe, be brave, fight for what’s right ✊💚.phr.orgPreparing for, Protecting Against, and Treating Tear Gas and Other Chemical Irritant Exposure: A Protestor’s Guide - PHRDeceptively known as “less-lethal,” these weapons can in fact cause severe injuries and even death when used with excessive force. Physicians for Human Rights has worked extensively on the health impa... 7229115
Reposted by rooAlt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 17/01/2026🚨CDC STAFF PSA🚨 Yesterday during an active shooter scare, our alert system failed. Again. Delayed or non-existent texts/emails, no alarm or intercom in labs. ⚠️Despite CDC warning Emory, Emory alerts went out before CDC. 📲Download the Emory Safe app to get Emory alerts. No Emory account required. 516136
Reposted by rooKFF @kff.org · 17/01/2026The Trump Admin’s decision to share Medicaid enrollee data with ICE for immigration enforcement purposes raises key issues, including questions about data privacy, impacts on immigrant families, and the ability of CMS to comply with a related court order. on.kff.org/4sZBIYOon.kff.orgPotential Implications of the New Medicaid Data Sharing Agreement Between CMS and ICE | KFFThis issue brief provides an overview of a new data sharing agreement for CMS to share Medicaid data with ICE and its potential implications for health care access and data privacy. 0115
Reposted by rooAlt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 07/01/2026RFK Jr has unveiled the True American Diet 🇺🇸 Red meat 🥩, butter 🧈, full-fat dairy 🧀, beef tallow 🐄 No limits on alcohol 🍺🍷 Industry stakeholders are thrilled 💼✨ cdn.realfood.gov/DGA.pdfcdn.realfood.gov 268124
Reposted by rooNick Field @nickfield.bsky.social · 08/01/2026Friday: Donald Trump pledges to defend any protesters in Iran killed by the regime Wednesday: Donald Trump defends ICE killing a protester in America 051
Reposted by rooPhysicians for a Healthy Democracy @physiciandemocracy.medsky.social · 08/01/2026@drplantel.bsky.social 913722