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The Task Force for Global Health is a nonprofit protecting and promoting health for all so that people can achieve their full potential. For more information, visit www.taskforce.org.

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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

06.10.2025 17:17 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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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

03.10.2025 13:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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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.

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...

02.10.2025 22:05 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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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.

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...

02.10.2025 22:05 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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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.

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...

02.10.2025 22:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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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.

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...

02.10.2025 22:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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@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

02.10.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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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. πŸ”— bit.ly/3JHcCf2

01.10.2025 19:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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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.

01.10.2025 13:00 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Just dropped πŸ—žοΈ 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,

30.09.2025 17:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Guyana launches first-ever National β€˜Flu Vaccine’ programme News Room Guyana

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

26.09.2025 16:54 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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@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

24.09.2025 12:00 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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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

23.09.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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@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

22.09.2025 13:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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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.

19.09.2025 14:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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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. #DecaturBookFestival

17.09.2025 14:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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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.

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

16.09.2025 18:58 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌍 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

πŸ“… Sat, Oct 4 | πŸ• 1 PM
πŸ“ bit.ly/3JHcCf2

09.09.2025 13:58 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Bringing AI to the Front Lines of Public Health The age of AI has arrived. Public health leaders must not stand on the sidelines.

#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

08.09.2025 16:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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#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

04.09.2025 15:30 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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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

02.09.2025 18:30 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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πŸ“° 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

28.08.2025 19:35 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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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

27.08.2025 12:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Measles hit me like a truck. As an adult, I knew I was missing some vaccines, but I wasn’t sure which ones. Then, I was diagnosed with measles.

"My housemate caught measles from me. He was vaccinated, but didn't get nearly as sick and recovered after a few days' rest."

The power of vaccination in action. www.voicesforvaccines.org/i-was-health...

20.08.2025 19:56 β€” πŸ‘ 51    πŸ” 31    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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To mark 10 years of impact, Child Health and Mortality Prevention Surveillance (CHAMPS) is honoring the community members, health workers, government officials, and field staff essential to their mission.

Watch their #ChampionsOfChamps digital campaign to hear their stories: bit.ly/4mdQBmh

20.08.2025 14:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our FY24 annual report, β€œOne by One: The Gains are Won,” is out! Learn about our programs and how we're building a world where all can lead healthy lives ➑️ bit.ly/45573PC

18.08.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

#FBF: A July 17 @devex.com article underscores the role of our International Trachoma Initiative in a major public health victory: eliminating trachoma in two African countries, Burundi and Senegal mark milestone with trachoma eliminations: bit.ly/4l4doQc

15.08.2025 16:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Protect Your Family is a free, community-informed campaign to support #hepatitisB #vaccine education in Asian and sub-Saharan African communities. Explore the campaign: mhi.taskforce.org/hepB @migrationhealth.bsky.social

13.08.2025 14:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In a July article from @thenewmexican.bsky.social, "Adult measles vax rates in Santa Fe County appear low; the reality is more complicated," @voices4vaccines.bsky.social discussed how communities can safeguard against deadly diseases. Read now: bit.ly/3UG86Q2

12.08.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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We stand in support of our colleagues and friends in public health, whose work continues to improve lives both locally and globally. @emoryuniversity.bsky.social

11.08.2025 20:50 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

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