BC (west coast Canada) is looking for healthcare workers & will take folks from the US. Tagging a few people so they can share: @drdebhoury.bsky.social @integralanswers.bsky.social @gavinyamey.bsky.social @defendphny.bsky.social @drpanmd.bsky.social @amymaxmen.bsky.social bsky.app/profile/gove...

Government of British Columbia@governmentofbc.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Watch Dr. Kopstick's story and hear why he chose to build his future in BC. Know a health-care worker in the US? Share this story, or tag them in the comments, and let them know BC's hiring.

Effort can, and does, pay off. Let’s keep at it! 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻

Colette Delawalla, PhD@cdelawalla.bsky.social · 2mo ago

BREAKING: OMB PROPOSED RULE IS PAUSED UNTIL DEC 11th. This is a direct result of OUR ACTIVISM! It's a critical step in the right direction AND the fight continues. NOW, it's time to revoke the rule. Email here: fight2win.standupforscience.net/campaign/rev... www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

Watch Dr. Kopstick's story and hear why he chose to build his future in BC. Know a health-care worker in the US? Share this story, or tag them in the comments, and let them know BC's hiring.

Kudos to the staff at Washington County Public Health for arranging a Teddy Bear Clinic to introduce children to vaccines in a calm, reassuring and comforting way.

Comments can be made until 11:59pm August 24 by searching Docket# NSF-2026-OTR-0001 at regulations.gov

We must keep up the pressure to do the right thing!

Stand Up for Science!@standupforscience.net · 3mo ago

The NSF has a sneaky proposal that'll implement Vought's OMB Proposal policies ahead of time such as removing requirements tied to statutory civil rights obligations and applying international collaboration restrictions.

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Colette Delawalla, PhD@cdelawalla.bsky.social · 3mo ago

DON'T GET ALL EXCITED AND ASSUME GOOD WILL. This is an effort to rebrand already appropriated dollars and already developed programs before the midterms so they have something they can use against being called anti-science. THIS IS NOT NEW INVESTMENT. THESE ARE NOT NEW DOLLARS FOR SCIENCE.

Approval of the updated COVID vaxx are anticipated end of Aug. Shipments of vaxx to pharmacies usually come a few days after. A reminder that bc the virus that causes COVID changes vaccines are updated yearly to be a better match for whatever is circulating (just like the flu shot).

President Trump signed an executive order on vaccines based on his “feelings” on the subject. Contrary to the president, we recognize it as yet another attack on public health & have signed a coalition statement led by the American Academy of Pediatrics to express their strong opposition.

Defend Public Health joins coalition in condemning vaccine executive order | Defend Public Health

Defend Public Health has joined a coalition led by the American Academy of Pediatrics to oppose the executive order on vaccines released on August 10th, 2026. The primary outcome of this executive ord...

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New York State childhood vaccine recommendations remain unchanged. Information about current NYS recommendations: on.ny.gov/4grcC0o

👉🏻NY follows evidence-based science. The childhood vaccine schedule remains status quo, as does the requirements for school, in NY. See more from the DoH. 👇🏻 www.health.ny.gov/press/releas... www.health.ny.gov/press/releas... www.governor.ny.gov/news/governo...

Governor Hochul Signs Two Bills Protecting Vaccine Access for New Yorkers

Governor Hochul signed two bills to safeguard access to lifesaving vaccines for New Yorkers as the Trump administration continues to undermine the scientific consensus around the safety and efficacy o...

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It’s important to not lose sight of the massive damage the Trump admin has done to science. 🧵 And every week, there’s something new. Find ways you can #StandUpForScience at the link: zurl.co/ZciUv #SaveScience #Science #Trump #FightBack

Housing is public health

Gothamist@gothamist.com · 3mo ago

Harlem residents fight affordable housing project that would displace healthcare center gothamist.com/news/harlem-...

If you’re in NY follow us. If you’re in OH, give their chapter some love. @dphohio.bsky.social

A reminder that nothing is changing in NY. Legislation was recently passed that status quo for administered vaccines, and schedule, remains as is. And also there is absolutely no scientific data to support this da generous executive order. Zero. apnews.com/live/trump-p...

Live updates: Trump signs executive order calling for spacing out childhood shots

Progressives in the primary elections for governor in Wisconsin and U.S. Senate in Minnesota make their final pushes ahead of Tuesday’s election, pressuring the Democratic establishment.

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A food safety attorney says he never touches packaged lettuce and that’s huge since those attorneys see so much! While not everyone has the ability to do this, it’s highly recommended to avoid bagged / packaged produce. www.reuters.com/business/hea...

Taylor Farms recalls salsa, guacamole on salmonella outbreak, intensifying food-safety fears

Taylor Farms is recalling prepared ​foods containing jalapenos from retailers including Walmart and Whole Foods in several states over potential salmonella contamination, the second major foodborne il...

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Some big exciting news at @standupforscience.net sciencebusiness.net/news/interna...

US Stand Up for Science movement expands to Europe

A grassroots movement by scientists in the US pushing back against threats to academic freedom is setting up a Swiss outpost to take the movement global.

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Doctors & patients lose life years to prior authorizations. And yet others have literally lost their life waiting for approvals that never came. They hope people are going to get frustrated, give up, and go away. Corporations need to stay out of the doctor / patient relationship. Please sign!

Hey NYers highly recommend this local substack by @yourlocalepidemiologistny.skystack.xyz It also cements our belief that ice cream is way better than salad! yourlocalepidemiologistny.substack.com/p/cyclospora...

Cyclospora, wildfire smoke, and another Legionella outbreak

What New Yorkers need to know, and what the Legionella outbreak reveals about transparency, uncertainty, and prevention

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Notify NYC: Free KN95 Masks: All those in need of a mask can pick one up at the following locations: on.nyc.gov/freemask. Info: on.nyc.gov/4yvPvZV Be safe

Mask Distribution Sites - Google My Maps

In response to the wildfire smoke, free KN95 masks will be available at the listed locations.

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Now email the comment you submitted in opposition to the OMB rule to your Senators and Congressional Representative. Tell them why you submitted and urge them to fight Vought!

Colette Delawalla, PhD@cdelawalla.bsky.social · 4mo ago

As OMB is working through comments WE NEED YOU! Use our action center to CONTACT CONGRESS INCESSANTLY: Fight2win.standupforscience.net Call, Email, sign up to volunteer and we can contact you with virtual constituent meeting opportunities. 3/

Thanks to everyone who took the time to submit a comment to the OMB. @aclu.org knows what’s on the line! www.aclu.org/documents/ac...

Jeremy Berg@jeremymberg.bsky.social · 4mo ago

ACLU Comment on the proposed OMB regulation. They have some thoughts... It is 54 pages long! Well done! www.aclu.org/documents/ac...

@nychealthy.bsky.social how can you not be on every social media platform providing updates on the legionnaires out break. Not ok!

We need you! Only three days left to submit a comment.

Stand Up for Science!@standupforscience.net · 4mo ago

🚨 HEADS UP: If you haven't submitted a comment on the OMB proposal yet, there's still time - but it's running out! There are only 2 days left to push back against Russell Vought's attempt to give political appointees unprecedented control over federal research funding. Take Action: zurl.co/qTjQP

What could go wrong?

ICYMI open.substack.com/pub/yourloca...

Heat wave, a blood shortage emergency, and World Cup updates

The NY Dose

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I am once again yelling from the rooftops that this man is a eugenicist. He fundamentally believes that he and his ilk are "superior" and anyone who needs extra support isn't worthy of life. Miller is the one who put RFK Jr. in place. Miller has a LONG and loud history of this behavior.

Phil Lewis@phillewis.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Stephen Miller was reportedly the driving force behind the DOJ's recent memo authorizing states to institutionalize people with disabilities rather than fund community-based care

The best way to protect yourself is to get vaccinated.

AMA@ama-assn.org · 5mo ago

As millions gather for the #WorldCup, health officials are on high alert for measles. With U.S. cases already near last year’s total and rising in Canada and Mexico, fans are urged: get vaccinated to protect yourself and others! spr.ly/63324BDMumj

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APHA@apha.org · 5mo ago

APHA CEO Georges C. Benjamin, MD, explains why our health system isn't working for us and how the next generation of health leadership could fix it: vist.ly/585fg