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Fired but Fighting (National Public Health Coalition) @firedbutfighting.bsky.social · 27d
National Public Health Coalition released new data showing impacts of illegal firings across CDC since Jan 2025. CDC has lost one-third of its civil-service workforce & over 150 programs. Explore an interactive dashboard. See how cuts are undermining public health nationwide.
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The National Public Health Coalition (NPHC) released new data revealing that since January 2025, CDC has lost one-third of its workforce. CDCDataProject.org The dashboard details the impact on 150 CDC programs, threatening outbreak responses, disease prevention efforts, and community health funding to name a few. NPHC warns these cuts severely harm public health nationwide. press release Oct 30, 2025
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Ok @profanity.accountant Let’s see what our list and numbers. Thanks!
November 29, 2025 at 3:24 AM
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Reminder: mark your calendar’s for December 1st, it is World AIDS Day. Since the administration doesn’t want the government commemorating the day, let’s be loud by showing our support.

www.nytimes.com/2025/11/26/h...
Trump Administration Will No Longer Commemorate World AIDS Day
www.nytimes.com
November 28, 2025 at 11:40 PM
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The era we are living in offers too many illustrations of greed, narcissism, and hatefulness. But I still believe we can recommit ourselves to serving the common good of all Americans. [Artwork by Jennifer Bloomer]
November 28, 2025 at 3:01 AM
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Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍂🥧

Have some anti-vax family at your table?

Here is a summary of 14 studies that found no association between vaccines and autism.

h/t @drtomfrieden.bsky.social
Fourteen Studies That Find No Association Between Vaccines and Autism Primary Research: Vaccines and Autism 1. Hviid A, Hansen JV, Frisch M, Melbye M. Measles, mumps, rubella vaccination and autism: a nationwide cohort study. Ann Intern Med. 2019;170(8):513-520. This nationwide Danish cohort study of 657,461 children found no increased risk of autism associated with MMR vaccination, even among children at higher genetic risk for autism. 2. Madsen KM, Hviid A, Vestergaard M, et al. A population-based study of measles, mumps, and rubella vaccination and autism. N Engl J Med. 2002;347(19):1477-1482. In a cohort of over 500,000 Danish children, there was no association between MMR vaccination and the development of autism or autistic-spectrum disorder. 3. Taylor LE, Swerdfeger AL, Eslick GD. Vaccines are not associated with autism: an evidence-based meta-analysis of case-control and cohort studies. Vaccine. 2014;32(29):3623-3629. This meta-analysis of five cohort and five case-control studies (over 1.25 million children) found no relationship between vaccination - including MMR, thimerosal, or mercury - and autism or autism spectrum disorder. 4. Parker SK, Schwartz B, Todd J, Pickering LK. Thimerosal-containing vaccines and autistic spectrum disorder: a critical review of published original data. Pediatrics. 2004;114(3):793-804. A systematic review of epidemiologic and pharmacokinetic studies concluded that thimerosal-containing vaccines are not associated with autism spectrum disorder. Primary Research: Vaccines and Autism 5. Honda H, Shimizu Y, Rutter M. No effect of MMR withdrawal on the incidence of autism: a total population study. J Child Psychol Psychiatry. 2005;46(6):572- 579. This Japanese population study showed that autism rates continued to rise after the withdrawal of MMR vaccine, refuting a causal link. 6. Fombonne E, Zakarian R, Bennett A, Meng L, McLean-Heywood D. Pervasive developmental disorders in Montreal, Quebec, Canada: prevalence and links with immunizations. Pediatrics. 2006;118(1):e139-150. Analysis of autism prevalence in Montreal found no change in autism rates despite a decrease in MMR vaccination coverage, arguing against a vaccine- autism association. 7. DeStefano F, Price CS, Weintraub ES. Increasing exposure to antibody- stimulating proteins and polysaccharides in vaccines is not associated with risk of autism. J Pediatr. 2013;163(2):561-567. A case-control study found no association between the total antigen exposure from vaccines in the first two years of life and the risk of developing autism. 8. Uno Y, Uchiyama T, Kurosawa M, Aleksic B, Ozaki N. The combined measles, mumps, and rubella vaccines and the total number of vaccines are not associated with development of autism spectrum disorder: the first case- control study in Asia. Vaccine. 2012;30(28):4292-4298. This Japanese case-control study found no association between MMR vaccination or the total number of vaccines received and the development of autism spectrum disorder. 9. Price CS, Thompson WW, Goodson B, et al. Prenatal and infant exposure to thimerosal from vaccines and immunoglobulins and risk of autism. Pediatrics. 2010;126(4):656-664. A US case-control study found no increased risk of autism associated with prenatal or early-life exposure to thimerosal-containing vaccines and immunoglobulins. Primary Research: Vaccines and Autism 10. Smeeth L, Cook C, Fombonne E, et al. MMR vaccination and pervasive developmental disorders: a case-control study. Lancet. 2004;364(9438):963- 969. This UK case-control study found no evidence of an increased risk of pervasive developmental disorders, including autism, following MMR vaccination. Systematic Reviews: Vaccines and Autism 11. Gidengil C, Goetz MB, Newberry S, et al. Safety of vaccines used for routine immunization in the United States: an updated systematic review and meta- analysis. Vaccine. 2021;39(28):3696-3716. This updated systematic review and meta-analysis for the AHRQ found high- strength evidence that the MMR vaccine is not associated with autism. 12. Maglione MA, Das L, Raaen L, et al. Safety of vaccines used for routine immunization of U.S. children: a systematic review. Pediatrics. 2014;134(2):325- 337. A systematic review for the AHRQ concluded that the MMR vaccine is not associated with autism, based on high-quality evidence. 13. Dudley MZ, Halsey NA, Omer SB, et al. The state of vaccine safety science: systematic reviews of the evidence. Lancet Infect Dis. 2020;20(5):e80-e89. This review summarized systematic reviews on vaccine safety, consistently finding no evidence of a link between vaccines and autism. 14. Halsey NA, Hyman SL. Measles-mumps-rubella vaccine and autistic spectrum disorder: report from the New Challenges in Childhood Immunizations Conference convened in Oak Brook, Illinois, June 12-13, 2000. Pediatrics. 2001;107(5):E84. This expert panel report reviewed available evidence and concluded there is no credible evidence supporting a causal relationship between MMR vaccination and autism spectrum disorder.
November 27, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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We are thankful every day for our followers, supporters, and allies.

Remember that today was not good for native Americans. Be sure you share the story of how our country truly started today and each day after.
a wooden sign with a turkey and pumpkins says happy thanksgiving
Alt: a wooden sign with a turkey and pumpkins says happy thanksgiving
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November 27, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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Among the things I am thankful for is the courage and patriotism of all the federal workers who blew the whistle on agency policies that harm Americans, and those who support us. #CourageIsContagious Art by @drrabbithole.bsky.social
Illustration of federal employees, in their work wear, who issued statements opposing their agencies' harmful policies: NIH, NSF, EPA, USAID, CDC, FEMA, NASA.
November 27, 2025 at 12:06 PM
firedbutfighting.bsky.social
Vecna (aka RFK jr) can’t keep his dusty, mind-flaying tentacles out of your tax funded public health system.

Call Senators Cassidy & Sanders today and tell them to publicly question Sec Kennedy on his lies.

#CDC #HHS #StrangerThings #StrangeThings
November 27, 2025 at 1:10 AM
firedbutfighting.bsky.social
Violence is not the answer!
Violence is preventable!
We hope all our alt gov family and allies and everyone else in DC is safe.
ms.now MS NOW @ms.now · 2d
BREAKING: Two West Virginia National Guard members were fatally shot blocks from the White House, the state’s governor said, and authorities said a suspect was in custody.

This is a developing story.

www.ms.now/news/nationa...
November 26, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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You name it! Your turkey and other meats aren’t safe to eat until you’ve checked the temp!

For more details: www.fightbac.org/wp-content/u...
November 26, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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🚨 Heads up for anyone who has a Reasonable Accommodation (RA) or is currently applying for one at CDC 🚨

An email went out to some staff indicating that ATS is being taken offline *today.* If this affects you, download all your RA documents as soon as possible.

Please spread the word to colleagues!
November 25, 2025 at 11:20 PM
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BREAKING via @jeremyfaust.bsky.social: The CDC's internal email server now lists Louisiana physician Ralph Lee Abraham, MD, as the agency's principal deputy director -- "an irresponsible choice," according to one public health expert.
www.medpagetoday.com/opinion/faus...
Opinion | Top Ivermectin Prescriber Now in CDC's Second Highest Position
Ralph Lee Abraham, MD, has a questionable public health track record
www.medpagetoday.com
November 25, 2025 at 9:19 PM
firedbutfighting.bsky.social
ATTENTION! All of USA's government is under a gag order. No one with gov is allowed to commemorate and or promoting World AIDS Day, Dec 1.

THE day aims to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, support those living with it, remember those lost, & promote prevention & education.
What will you do?
altcdc.altgov.info Alt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 3d
1/ ⚠️ Breaking: At CDC, we've been told the US Government will not officially commemorate World AIDS Day this year. No explanation given.
Photograph of a printed guidance memo stating that the U.S. Government will not be commemorating World AIDS Day this year. Key points include: USG funds should not be used for related events, personnel should refrain from public promotion via social media or other channels, and CDC and other USG staff may attend local events but cannot speak or promote attendance. The memo notes this guidance supersedes previous blanket approval and may require adjustments to planned activities.
November 25, 2025 at 6:20 PM
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WA has confirmed the first-ever human H5N5 bird flu infection.

The patient -- an older adult with underlying conditions -- has died. This is the first known H5N5 infection in a person globally.

Public risk remains low. ⚠️

@cidrap.bsky.social @doh.wa.gov
Washington state officials confirm H5N5 avian flu patient has died from infection
www.cidrap.umn.edu
November 25, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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We invite you to Mad Lib an excerpt from an original poem by our Secretary of Health & Human Services titled, “Drink from Me.” Whatever you do, it’ll never be as bad or as gross as what he wrote himself.
Share if you dare! 😂🤣
November 24, 2025 at 11:42 PM
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If you know, you know.
November 24, 2025 at 11:03 PM
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Are you in your "Save CDC" Era (like we are?) Check out the new merch we released this week: cdc-mutual-aid-network.printful.me
Golden yellow t-shirt with blue writing that says "In my Save CDC Era"; text is surrounded by 4-pointed stars in shades of blue. Green short-sleeve t-shirt with dark green text that says "Introverted but willing to discuss public health." Black cropped feminine cut hoodie with green text that says "In my Save Public Health Era"; text is surrounded by 4-pointed stars in shades of green. Blue short-sleeved t-shirt with dark purple text that reads "Public Health Nerd." across the chest.
November 24, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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👋Help! Last Call! 🔔
Public comments period closes today Nov 24, 2025 for RFK Jr’s next ACIP meeting.
There are 732 comments as of this post. Can you help us get to at least 800 comments?

🗣️Speak up and get loud. 📣 Add your comment NOW!

bit.ly/ACIPDec2025
Regulations.gov
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November 24, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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eliothiggins.bsky.social
The CDC is Not Dead. But Its Autism Page Now Tells Us The Fight Has Changed
whyshoulditrustyou.substack.com/p/the-cdc-is...
The CDC is Not Dead. But Its Autism Page Now Tells Us The Fight Has Changed
The CDC website language change on autism is not the agency’s death knell. Instead, it’s the starting gun of a new race that must be run differently.
whyshoulditrustyou.substack.com
November 23, 2025 at 8:22 AM
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Some vaccines like COVID and flu don’t stop completely stop infection.

But they do reduce the risk of getting infected and greatly reduce severe illness risk.

They are still worth getting.

Since they are not 100% effective it’s also wise to add another layer of protection by wearing a mask.
November 23, 2025 at 11:48 PM
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Everyone should read this piece by the CDC leadership who resigned in Sept. We appreciate their continued leadership, support, and integrity within the public health space.

We know there are so many other things they could be doing. We are stronger together.
November 23, 2025 at 10:21 PM
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Check this out folks.

Thank you @drdemetre.bsky.social. We see you.
theweekendmsnow.bsky.social The Weekend on MS NOW @theweekendmsnow.bsky.social · 5d
“Do not trust the CDC website and quite certainly do not trust anything that RFK says around your own health” Former CDC official @drdemetre.bsky.social says plainly that information coming out of the CDC cannot be trusted under Robert F. Kennedy’s leadership.
November 23, 2025 at 9:58 PM
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“The rewriting of CDC’s guidance is not a routine update. It is a warning. If scientific consensus can be erased with a keystroke & replaced with politically curated doubt, institutions meant to safeguard national health are at risk.“
By @drdebhoury.bsky.social @drdemetre.bsky.social & Dan Jernigan
We are former CDC officials. RFK Jr.'s change to vaccine guidance is propaganda.
Under Secretary Kennedy, CDC materials can no longer be assumed to reflect scientific authority.
www.ms.now
November 22, 2025 at 9:42 PM
firedbutfighting.bsky.social
It is #Caturday.
This sums up our goals for the weekend.
cat half way under the covers.
November 22, 2025 at 7:54 PM
firedbutfighting.bsky.social
🚨ACT NOW! Public comment period for RFK Jr's ACIP meeting in Dec 2025 is open now. Comment period closes on Nov 24, 2025.
Make your voice heard. 🗣️
Federal register notice bit.ly/ACIPDec2025 or in linktree.
DM us if you have ❓.

🎉 Shout out to @drdemetre.bsky.social featured in the video.
November 21, 2025 at 10:15 PM
firedbutfighting.bsky.social
Attitude of gratitude!
Spreading a bit of kindness!
Thanks #altgov family, @drdebhoury.bsky.social, @drdemetre.bsky.social, @altcdc.altgov.info.
More shout outs in comments. Spread some kindness and joy. Joy is resistance.
November 21, 2025 at 6:54 PM