Alt CDC (they/them)

Alt CDC (they/them)

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Public health experts resisting harmful policies, fighting disinformation, and defending public health from within CDC. Not official CDC—but close enough for transmission. Proudly #AltGov Tips? signal altCDC.99, email altCDCtips@proton.me or DM

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We look forward to reporting case counts in Roman numerals 🙃 As of October XXII, MMXXVI, there have been MMMMDLXXXVIII measles cases this calendar year bsky.app/profile/theb...

The Bulwark@thebulwark.com

RFK: "There's five hundred million Arabs in the world. And yet they don't produce science. They don't win the Nobel Prize. They don't win the Fields Prize. They don't win the Wolf Prize. They don't produce literature."

Your state and local health departments are a critical source for outbreak and other health-related information, especially now that federal data are being compromised. Look up your health departments by state and county for more info.

Good morning! It’s spooky season - what’s the scariest thing you could carve on. Jack-o’-lantern? 🎃 Novel respiratory pathogen with pandemic potential? 🦠

(2/2)State officials didn’t order the mink to be killed, which other countries have done, prioritizing the financial interests of the fur trade. Despite CDC guidance urging officials to monitor workers, they declined to test workers — including one with a symptom experts said would warrant testing.

Good morning🍁 Happy Friday✨ After a long, tough week, CDC staff need a reminder that we are brave, we are dedicated, and, in honor of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s Cape Day today, we are heroes ❤️

Good night to everyone who believes in getting good science out to the public And may those who make a mockery of science always have a slightly-too-hot pillow

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Yay! A public health advocate throughout his career 💜

IDSA@idsainfo.bsky.social

Congratulations to Dr. Daniel Jernigan, recipient of IDSA’s 2026 D.A. Henderson Award for Outstanding Contributions to Public Health! His leadership in outbreak response and infectious diseases prevention have helped strengthen public health preparedness worldwide. Learn more: bit.ly/4yXdQYc

What's at stake for public health in the midterms? Vaccines. Safe food. Healthcare access. Preparedness. These aren't abstract debates. They affect our families and communities. KFF has a resource to help voters understand the issues on the ballot. Check it out! www.kff.org/series/healt...

kff.orgHealth in the 2026 Midterm Elections ArchivesThis research is part of KFF’s Health in the Midterms series, a collection of policy research, polling and news from across KFF about election-related health care issues.

TW: DV Teen dating violence is a form of intimate partner violence impacting the relationships of young people. Teen dating violence is common and likely underreported. In 2021, 1 in 12 teens reported they experienced physical dating violence and 1 in 10 reported experiencing sexual violence.

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TW: DV Teen dating violence is a form of intimate partner violence impacting the relationships of young people. Teen dating violence is common and likely underreported. In 2021, 1 in 12 teens reported they experienced physical dating violence and 1 in 10 reported experiencing sexual violence.

Females tend to experience physical & sexual violence more than males, & LGBTQIA youth tend to experience physical and sexual violence more than their heterosexual peers.

Youth who experience dating violence are more likely to experience anxiety and depression, tobacco, drug, and/or alcohol abuse, exhibit antisocial behaviors, or contemplate self-harm.

🗳️ What can we do to preserve scientific research and public health? Vote. And get others to vote as well. Check out @Amandasmildtakes for a daily to list between now and the midterms. Spread the word. www.youtube.com/shorts/uNR4_...

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About 1,400 LA fire survivor households are set to lose disaster case managers amid a California–FEMA funding standoff. Recovery should never become a partisan bargaining chip. People’s health, housing, and well-being must come before political point-scoring. apnews.com/article/fema...

🧵 2/3 Remember when his administration fired CDC staff working on reproductive and maternal health and ordered federal DEI programs dismantled But please, tell us more about your exciting commitment to the work you gutted.

🧵 3/3 Women need funded research, experienced staff, and access to care. Political theater cannot diagnose endometriosis. Restore the capacity you cut, then ask for applause.

Ebola update: DRC reported 9,415 cases and 4,536 deaths as of Oct 16. Kenya has confirmed 8 cases as of Oct 18, including 3 healthcare workers, linked to a traveler from DRC. No wider community spread reported in Kenya. Contact tracing and healthcare worker protection are critical.

Good morning. Housing, fair wages, and healthcare are worth marching for. Peaceful protest deserves protection. Violence harms communities. As the far right exploits frustration across Europe, the US offers a warning: protect democracy before those promising order take away your rights.

Your state and local health departments are a critical source for outbreak and other health-related information, especially now that federal data are being compromised. Look up your health departments by state and county for more info.

The government looting continues, this time with $86m in teen pregnancy prevention funds diverted to Guidehouse, a contractor owned by Bain Capital with ties to Trump’s admin. Related: abstinence only education has been repeatedly proven to have no effect on teen sexual activity. Corrupt AF 🤬

Good morning! Let’s get this week started. What’s the latest? 💉flu season started unusually early this year 🧪the FDA is considering loosening restrictions on experimental peptides 🦠measles is still surging, with over 4,400 cases confirmed 🤡 Trump is the worst 🗳️2 weeks til midterms. Vote early!

Let’s get to it! Public health is on the ballot 🗳️ Time to get out and VOTE! Do it early if you can! In GA, early voting is open until Oct 30th. Find a GA early voting location here: mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/advanced-v...

Deb Houry@drdebhoury.bsky.social

My voting outfit: CDC zombie apocalypse shirt. My priorities: health, science, and thriving communities. 🗳️ Vote for health. Our future depends on it. @standupforscience.net @ucs.org @altcdc.altgov.info @cdcmutualaid.bsky.social @firedbutfighting.bsky.social @defendpublichealth.bsky.social