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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 23h

@taskforce.bsky.social was honored to host a team from the Africa CDC! The visit was an opportunity for our @phinformatics.bsky.social to share insights into how The Task Force for Global Health operates, including an overview our other programs. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do!

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 4d

#TBT: @taskforce.bsky.social experts participated in the high-level week of the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York from Sept. 23-27 focused on key global health issues, including hepatitis elimination. Learn more: bit.ly/46FsaZJ #UNGA80#UNGA80

The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 7d

At the #DecaturBookFestival, we hosted a panel at @taskforce.bsky.social! Thanks to moderator Rickey Bevington and our speakers from @cartercenter.bsky.social, CARE USA, The Task Force and CDC Foundation for highlighting how Atlanta is a global health hub. #GlobalHealth #Atlanta

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 11d

Don't miss our event at the #DecaturBookFestival! Join us TOMORROW Oct 4, at 1 PM for "Atlanta Leaders on the Future of Global Health." Hear from experts at @taskforce.bsky.social, CDC Foundation, @cartercenter.bsky.social, and CARE. Tall Tales Book Shop will be on-site. Learn more: bit.ly/3JHcCf2

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 11d

Looking forward to seeing you on Saturday at the Decatur Book Festival! Parking directions for our building can be found on the DBF website: www.decaturbookfestival.com/event-detail...

Atlanta Leaders on the Future of Global Health: A Community Dialogue | DBF

Join leaders from Atlanta’s premier global health agencies for an insiders’ discussion on the future of global health, as a special event at the 20th annual Decatur Book Festival.

www.decaturbookfestival.com

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 11d

Looking forward to seeing you on Saturday at the Decatur Book Festival! Parking directions for our building can be found on the DBF website: www.decaturbookfestival.com/event-detail...

Atlanta Leaders on the Future of Global Health: A Community Dialogue | DBF

Join leaders from Atlanta’s premier global health agencies for an insiders’ discussion on the future of global health, as a special event at the 20th annual Decatur Book Festival.

www.decaturbookfestival.com

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 11d

Looking forward to seeing you on Saturday at the Decatur Book Festival! Parking directions for our building can be found on the DBF website: www.decaturbookfestival.com/event-detail...

Atlanta Leaders on the Future of Global Health: A Community Dialogue | DBF

Join leaders from Atlanta’s premier global health agencies for an insiders’ discussion on the future of global health, as a special event at the 20th annual Decatur Book Festival.

www.decaturbookfestival.com

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 11d

Looking forward to seeing you on Saturday at the Decatur Book Festival! Parking directions for our building can be found on the DBF website: www.decaturbookfestival.com/event-detail...

Atlanta Leaders on the Future of Global Health: A Community Dialogue | DBF

Join leaders from Atlanta’s premier global health agencies for an insiders’ discussion on the future of global health, as a special event at the 20th annual Decatur Book Festival.

www.decaturbookfestival.com

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 11d

@taskforce.bsky.social is excited to announce a partnership with Novartis and our MedSurplus Alliance program! Novartis is joining the Kits4Life program to repurpose surplus clinical trial supplies and equipment. Learn more about this partnership: bit.ly/3KLhHDo

The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 12d

Join us at the #DecaturBookFestival for a special panel, "Atlanta Leaders on the Future of Global Health," on Oct. 4, at 1 PM. Hear from experts at @taskforce.bsky.social, @cartercenter.bsky.social, CDC Foundation, and CARE as they discuss how Atlanta is shaping global health. 🔗 bit.ly/3JHcCf2

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 13d

We join the world today in remembering President Jimmy Carter on his birthday. His lifelong commitment to compassion and service has inspired generations. His friendship with our Co-Founder Dr. Bill Foege reflects a bond rooted in advancing global health and a shared vision for a better world.

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 13d

Just dropped 🗞️ Check out the newest Dispatches to learn more about @taskforce.bsky.social's presence at #UNGA80 through our Coalition for Global Hepatitis Elimination and join us in celebrating the impact of field epidemiologists. Explore these stories and more at bit.ly/4gMTJUx,

The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 17d

Our PIVI program is proud to partner with Guyana on the launch of their National Influenza Vaccine Programme! PIVI is committed to protecting public health and helping countries deliver life-saving respiratory virus vaccines. Read more about this historic step: bit.ly/3W2UgYI

Guyana launches first-ever National ‘Flu Vaccine’ programme

News Room Guyana

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 20d

@cwwatlanta.bsky.social, a program of @taskforce.bsky.social, launched of their website’s newest resource, the #STH Resources Hub! The STH Resources Hub centralizes key STH-related documents and data sources. Visit the Hub today: bit.ly/4mN5lZQ

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 20d

Join us at the #DecaturBookFestival on Oct 4 at 1 PM for "Atlanta Leaders on the Future of Global Health” panel. Hear from @taskforce.bsky.social, CDC Foundation, @cartercenter.bsky.social , and CARE. Moderated by Ricky Bevington. Learn how Atlanta impacts the world! Details: bit.ly/3JHcCf2

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 22d

@taskforce.bsky.social's @faceofhealth.bsky.social program had a busy summer! Catch up on their latest news, including their new director Tim Cunningham, a collaboration with WHO, and a podcast on peace building in public health. Find out more: bit.ly/4mdXtzr

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 24d

Karen lost her vaccine immunity after a stem cell transplant for multiple myeloma, a blood cancer. She now depends on herd immunity - when enough people are vaccinated to protect vulnerable individuals. Her story reminds us that vaccines protect our entire community. Read her story: bit.ly/4goyBUt.

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 26d

How is Atlanta fostering a healthier world? Find out on Sat, Oct 4 at 1 PM at @taskforce.bsky.social! Hear from leaders at CDC Foundation, @cartercenter.bsky.social, CARE, and The Task Force. Moderated by Rickey Bevington. Learn more at bit.ly/3JHcCf2. #DecaturBoo#DecaturBookFestival

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · 27d

Have you scheduled your flu shot yet? Verywell Health spoke with @taskforce.bsky.social's Respiratory Virus Prevention and Preparedness Director, Dr. Joe Bresee, about what you need to know this fall. Read now: bit.ly/4prGL2c

What You Need to Know About Getting a Flu Shot This Fall

Flu vaccines are now available nationwide. Here's what you need to know about eligibility, timing, and cost of the vaccine this year.

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · Sep 9

🌍 What’s next for global health? Let’s talk.

Join us at the Decatur Book Festival for:
Atlanta Leaders on the Future of Global Health: A Community Dialogue

📅 Sat, Oct 4 | 🕐 1 PM
📍 bit.ly/3JHcCf2

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · Sep 8

#ICYMI: Former @taskforce.bsky.social President and CEO, Dr. Dave Ross, authored a piece about embracing innovation as a way to improve public health, Bringing AI to the front lines of Public Health: A Call to Action. Read now: bit.ly/3URztXz

Bringing AI to the Front Lines of Public Health

The age of AI has arrived. Public health leaders must not stand on the sidelines.

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · Sep 4

#TBT: @taskforce.bsky.social welcomed Dr. Tim Cunningham in August as the new Director of Focus Area for Compassion and Ethics! An actor, clown, nurse and global health advocate, learn more about what inspires him to cultivate compassionate health systems and foster well-being: bit.ly/45Q63Q5

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · Sep 2

Malawi and Bangladesh are making tremendous strides in the fight against soil-transmitted helminth infections. Learn how these countries, with support from our @cwwatlanta.bsky.social program, are creating lasting, sustainable health gains. Learn more: bit.ly/41vl6vQ

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · Aug 28

📰 Our August Newsletter Dispatch just dropped, and it’s packed with all the latest updates. Check out our FY24 Annual Report, learn more about one vaccine advocate sharing her story and meet the new Program Director of FACE Dr. Tim Cunningham. Read these stories and more now: bit.ly/45UEsff

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The Task Force for Global Health @taskforce.bsky.social · Aug 27

A new digital hub is here! Check out COR-HEPB, the new platform from the Coalition for Global Hepatitis Elimination. It's a central resource for hepatitis B research in low- and middle-income countries, designed to speed up disease elimination.

Explore it now: cor-hepb.org