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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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 π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
@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
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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. π bit.ly/3JHcCf2
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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.
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Just dropped ποΈ 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,
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Guyana launches first-ever National βFlu Vaccineβ programme
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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
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@cwwatlanta.bsky.social, a program of @taskforce.bsky.social, launched of their websiteβs 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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Join us at the #DecaturBookFestival on Oct 4 at 1 PM for "Atlanta Leaders on the Future of Global Healthβ 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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@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 π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
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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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 π 1 π 0 π¬ 1 π 0
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
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π Whatβs next for global health? Letβs talk.
Join us at the Decatur Book Festival for:
Atlanta Leaders on the Future of Global Health: A Community Dialogue
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Sat, Oct 4 | π 1 PM
π bit.ly/3JHcCf2
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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
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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
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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
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π° Our August Newsletter Dispatch just dropped, and itβs 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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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
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Measles hit me like a truck.
As an adult, I knew I was missing some vaccines, but I wasnβt 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...
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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
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Our FY24 annual report, βOne by One: The Gains are Won,β is out! Learn about our programs and how we're building a world where all can lead healthy lives β‘οΈ bit.ly/45573PC
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#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
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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 π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
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
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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
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Located on unceded Wurundjeri land at La Trobe University.
The Hedtke lab studies nematode parasites, their insect hosts, and bacterial endosymbionts to improve public health.
Founded in 1982 by President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter, The Carter Center wages peace, fights disease, and builds hope worldwide.
Immunize Colorado works to protect Colorado families, schools, and communities from vaccine-preventable diseases.
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At CWW, we envision a world in which all at-risk people are healthy & free of intestinal worms so they can develop to their full potential. Program of @taskforce.bsky.social
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Justice begins where inequality ends. Weβre building a world where everyone has the power to shape their lives.
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We've been providing independent, impartial, and neutral humanitarian medical care since 1971.