CDC Mutual Aid Network
@cdcmutualaid.bsky.social
The CDC Mutual Aid Network was established in direct response to the sudden and widespread layoffs at the CDC, aiming to support and uplift those affected.
Learn more at: https://www.cdcresourceportal.org
Learn more at: https://www.cdcresourceportal.org
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3 ways to support our Fired CDC colleagues:
1. Donate to the CDC Mutual Aid Network. 99% of donations go directly to fired/RIFed CDC workers and their families. www.cdcresourceportal.org/donate
2. Get yourself something nice at our store: cdc-mutual-aid-network.printful.me
3. Share our links!
1. Donate to the CDC Mutual Aid Network. 99% of donations go directly to fired/RIFed CDC workers and their families. www.cdcresourceportal.org/donate
2. Get yourself something nice at our store: cdc-mutual-aid-network.printful.me
3. Share our links!
Everywhere we look, we see reasons why improving public health infrastructure and investing in our public health workforce is so important. Novel virus emergence (and re-emergence) is just one of many!
Review of 200 novel human #viruses over a century a reminder that pathogen emergence isn’t rare
Increased human-animal interaction, driven by factors such as urbanization and deforestation, has created new opportunities for pathogens to jump species.
www.cidrap.umn.edu/m...
Increased human-animal interaction, driven by factors such as urbanization and deforestation, has created new opportunities for pathogens to jump species.
www.cidrap.umn.edu/m...
January 2, 2026 at 9:40 PM
Everywhere we look, we see reasons why improving public health infrastructure and investing in our public health workforce is so important. Novel virus emergence (and re-emergence) is just one of many!
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Tobacco use is leading cause of preventable disease, disability, & death in USA.
Why did admin fire CDC's tobacco prevention & control experts? Illegal RIFs didn’t just eliminate jobs, they have silenced science. Critical data on tobacco use & its harms are NOT being published through MMWR.
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Why did admin fire CDC's tobacco prevention & control experts? Illegal RIFs didn’t just eliminate jobs, they have silenced science. Critical data on tobacco use & its harms are NOT being published through MMWR.
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January 2, 2026 at 7:40 PM
Tobacco use is leading cause of preventable disease, disability, & death in USA.
Why did admin fire CDC's tobacco prevention & control experts? Illegal RIFs didn’t just eliminate jobs, they have silenced science. Critical data on tobacco use & its harms are NOT being published through MMWR.
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Why did admin fire CDC's tobacco prevention & control experts? Illegal RIFs didn’t just eliminate jobs, they have silenced science. Critical data on tobacco use & its harms are NOT being published through MMWR.
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If you're looking to max out your charitable contributions for 2025, you have a few hours left to donate to the CDC Mutual Aid Fund. 😀 We're at 86% of our 2025 end-of-year goal! ($215,000 of $250,000)
www.cdcresourceportal.org/donate
www.cdcresourceportal.org/donate
December 31, 2025 at 10:04 PM
If you're looking to max out your charitable contributions for 2025, you have a few hours left to donate to the CDC Mutual Aid Fund. 😀 We're at 86% of our 2025 end-of-year goal! ($215,000 of $250,000)
www.cdcresourceportal.org/donate
www.cdcresourceportal.org/donate
We cannot thank you enough for your donations, encouragement, and enthusiasm. And we're looking forward to moving forward together in 2026. 🫶
December 31, 2025 at 9:52 PM
We cannot thank you enough for your donations, encouragement, and enthusiasm. And we're looking forward to moving forward together in 2026. 🫶
But perhaps more than just financial support - you've shown these dedicated Federal employees, fellows, and contractors that people *value* their work. You've expressed respect and gratitude at a time that the national discourse is saying something VERY different.
December 31, 2025 at 9:49 PM
But perhaps more than just financial support - you've shown these dedicated Federal employees, fellows, and contractors that people *value* their work. You've expressed respect and gratitude at a time that the national discourse is saying something VERY different.
As of this week, we've been able to distribute more than $205,000 in direct financial support to 167 current and former CDC workers.
Practically, this support has helped people feed their families and pay bills despite suddenly losing their incomes after mass firings and the government shutdown.
Practically, this support has helped people feed their families and pay bills despite suddenly losing their incomes after mass firings and the government shutdown.
December 31, 2025 at 9:44 PM
As of this week, we've been able to distribute more than $205,000 in direct financial support to 167 current and former CDC workers.
Practically, this support has helped people feed their families and pay bills despite suddenly losing their incomes after mass firings and the government shutdown.
Practically, this support has helped people feed their families and pay bills despite suddenly losing their incomes after mass firings and the government shutdown.
We're taking a moment to reflect today on everything that has happened this year. One VERY bright spot? We've raised more than $215,000 this year, thanks to all of you.
It's hard to find the words to express the depth of our gratitude for this show of solidarity.
www.cdcresourceportal.org/donate
It's hard to find the words to express the depth of our gratitude for this show of solidarity.
www.cdcresourceportal.org/donate
December 31, 2025 at 9:31 PM
We're taking a moment to reflect today on everything that has happened this year. One VERY bright spot? We've raised more than $215,000 this year, thanks to all of you.
It's hard to find the words to express the depth of our gratitude for this show of solidarity.
www.cdcresourceportal.org/donate
It's hard to find the words to express the depth of our gratitude for this show of solidarity.
www.cdcresourceportal.org/donate
"At the time of the CDC shooting on August 8, I believed that experience would be the defining trauma of 2025. I was wrong."
This was a sobering reminder of everything that CDC employees have endured this year. Thank you to our anonymous colleague for sharing what many of us have been feeling. ❤️🩹
This was a sobering reminder of everything that CDC employees have endured this year. Thank you to our anonymous colleague for sharing what many of us have been feeling. ❤️🩹
"Purpose and trust, once eroded, are hard to rebuild."
In an #OpEd, an anonymous CDC employee revisits their experience of surviving the shooting to shed light on the mood at the agency over the last several months.
https://www.medpagetoday.com/opinion/second-opinions/119178?trw=no
In an #OpEd, an anonymous CDC employee revisits their experience of surviving the shooting to shed light on the mood at the agency over the last several months.
https://www.medpagetoday.com/opinion/second-opinions/119178?trw=no
Opinion | The CDC Shooting Isn't What Broke Me
Continuing to show up to work at an agency I no longer trust is devastating
www.medpagetoday.com
December 31, 2025 at 9:09 PM
"At the time of the CDC shooting on August 8, I believed that experience would be the defining trauma of 2025. I was wrong."
This was a sobering reminder of everything that CDC employees have endured this year. Thank you to our anonymous colleague for sharing what many of us have been feeling. ❤️🩹
This was a sobering reminder of everything that CDC employees have endured this year. Thank you to our anonymous colleague for sharing what many of us have been feeling. ❤️🩹
We have some holiday-themed merchandise in our CDC Mutual Aid Fund Store, including ornaments and wrapping paper: cdc-mutual-aid-network.printful.me
December 16, 2025 at 1:23 AM
We have some holiday-themed merchandise in our CDC Mutual Aid Fund Store, including ornaments and wrapping paper: cdc-mutual-aid-network.printful.me
She spent over a decade serving the public—responding to outbreaks, supporting global immunization, and telling life-saving stories. When unexpected layoffs and hardship hit her family, the CDC Mutual Aid Fund became a lifeline.
✨ This is why mutual aid matters.
Read her story: tinyurl.com/ykmthcce
✨ This is why mutual aid matters.
Read her story: tinyurl.com/ykmthcce
December 11, 2025 at 2:41 AM
She spent over a decade serving the public—responding to outbreaks, supporting global immunization, and telling life-saving stories. When unexpected layoffs and hardship hit her family, the CDC Mutual Aid Fund became a lifeline.
✨ This is why mutual aid matters.
Read her story: tinyurl.com/ykmthcce
✨ This is why mutual aid matters.
Read her story: tinyurl.com/ykmthcce
While the so-called ACIP meeting this week has been incredibly disheartening and dangerous, the one bright spot was hearing from our current and former CDC scientists who spoke to data and the scientific process and provided compelling public comments. We are proud of you. 🥹
December 5, 2025 at 5:37 PM
While the so-called ACIP meeting this week has been incredibly disheartening and dangerous, the one bright spot was hearing from our current and former CDC scientists who spoke to data and the scientific process and provided compelling public comments. We are proud of you. 🥹
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It is easy to feel discouraged.
But we want to thank the many public health professionals, like Dr. Deb Houry, who continue to fight. Sharing her powerful op-ed.
And a huge thank to all the current and former CDC career staff who work tirelessly to protect all people. 💚
time.com/7338714/dr-d...
But we want to thank the many public health professionals, like Dr. Deb Houry, who continue to fight. Sharing her powerful op-ed.
And a huge thank to all the current and former CDC career staff who work tirelessly to protect all people. 💚
time.com/7338714/dr-d...
I Left the CDC 100 Days Ago. My Worst Fears About the Agency Are Coming True
"Things have not improved," writes Dr. Debra Houry. "They have worsened. And Congress has still failed to act."
time.com
December 5, 2025 at 3:12 PM
It is easy to feel discouraged.
But we want to thank the many public health professionals, like Dr. Deb Houry, who continue to fight. Sharing her powerful op-ed.
And a huge thank to all the current and former CDC career staff who work tirelessly to protect all people. 💚
time.com/7338714/dr-d...
But we want to thank the many public health professionals, like Dr. Deb Houry, who continue to fight. Sharing her powerful op-ed.
And a huge thank to all the current and former CDC career staff who work tirelessly to protect all people. 💚
time.com/7338714/dr-d...
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So many important organizations to support today on #GivingTuesday. Please consider supporting @cdcmutualaid.bsky.social 99% of donations go directly to fired/RIFed CDC workers and their families. www.cdcresourceportal.org/donate
"It's a dangerous loss for every American."
Recently, we were lucky to sit down with former CDC Medical Director @drdebhoury.bsky.social. Sharing her message about the thousands of CDC staff who have lost their jobs this year, and how you can help support them.
www.youtube.com/shorts/v0NLT...
Recently, we were lucky to sit down with former CDC Medical Director @drdebhoury.bsky.social. Sharing her message about the thousands of CDC staff who have lost their jobs this year, and how you can help support them.
www.youtube.com/shorts/v0NLT...
CDC Mutual Aid Network Video with Deb Houry
YouTube video by Gordi Studios
www.youtube.com
December 2, 2025 at 2:48 PM
So many important organizations to support today on #GivingTuesday. Please consider supporting @cdcmutualaid.bsky.social 99% of donations go directly to fired/RIFed CDC workers and their families. www.cdcresourceportal.org/donate
This #GivingTuesday, you can support the displaced CDC workers who protected us for years.
99¢ of every dollar goes directly to helping them cover basic needs.
They were there for us; Let's be there for them.
🔗 Donate: bit.ly/4oel9Vr
👕 Shop: cdc-mutual-aid-network.printful.me
99¢ of every dollar goes directly to helping them cover basic needs.
They were there for us; Let's be there for them.
🔗 Donate: bit.ly/4oel9Vr
👕 Shop: cdc-mutual-aid-network.printful.me
December 2, 2025 at 4:40 PM
This #GivingTuesday, you can support the displaced CDC workers who protected us for years.
99¢ of every dollar goes directly to helping them cover basic needs.
They were there for us; Let's be there for them.
🔗 Donate: bit.ly/4oel9Vr
👕 Shop: cdc-mutual-aid-network.printful.me
99¢ of every dollar goes directly to helping them cover basic needs.
They were there for us; Let's be there for them.
🔗 Donate: bit.ly/4oel9Vr
👕 Shop: cdc-mutual-aid-network.printful.me
(...And if you agree with this sentiment, you may be happy to know we just added our "Always Thankful for Public Health" design to our merch store!) 😍 cdc-mutual-aid-network.printful.me
November 26, 2025 at 11:47 PM
(...And if you agree with this sentiment, you may be happy to know we just added our "Always Thankful for Public Health" design to our merch store!) 😍 cdc-mutual-aid-network.printful.me
We are ALWAYS thankful for public health, for public health workers, and of course - for all of you!!
November 26, 2025 at 11:34 PM
We are ALWAYS thankful for public health, for public health workers, and of course - for all of you!!
Last week, the founders of @cdcmutualaid.bsky.social and @firedbutfighting.bsky.social, along with a former CDC employee, sat down for an interview with public radio host Rose Scott from WABE. You can listen here: www.wabe.org/cdc-mutual-a...
CDC Mutual Aid Network aims to ‘save public health’ and provide financial assistance to former and current employees
“Closer Look” host Rose Scott talked with guests about the mission of the newly formed CDC Mutual Aid Network that has connected former and current CDC employees to a wide range of resources and distr...
www.wabe.org
November 25, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Last week, the founders of @cdcmutualaid.bsky.social and @firedbutfighting.bsky.social, along with a former CDC employee, sat down for an interview with public radio host Rose Scott from WABE. You can listen here: www.wabe.org/cdc-mutual-a...
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
November 24, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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
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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
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
www.regulations.gov
November 24, 2025 at 3:20 PM
👋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
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
On this Public Health Thank You Day, we're INCREDIBLY thankful for public health workers around the world - And of course, current and former CDC workers and CDC leaders. In many ways, our work and experience is needed now more than ever. We see you and we appreciate you!
November 24, 2025 at 4:17 PM
On this Public Health Thank You Day, we're INCREDIBLY thankful for public health workers around the world - And of course, current and former CDC workers and CDC leaders. In many ways, our work and experience is needed now more than ever. We see you and we appreciate you!
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And we appreciate all that @firedbutfighting.bsky.social @altcdc.altgov.info and @cdcmutualaid.bsky.social continue to do for CDC staff and to protect the public's health. Standing shoulder to shoulder with you
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.
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 11:02 PM
And we appreciate all that @firedbutfighting.bsky.social @altcdc.altgov.info and @cdcmutualaid.bsky.social continue to do for CDC staff and to protect the public's health. Standing shoulder to shoulder with you
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Earlier this week, a new page titled “Vaccines and Autism” appeared on the CDC website. The agency's employees are not happy about it.
“The best way I can put it is it feels like we’re on a hijacked airplane.”
“The best way I can put it is it feels like we’re on a hijacked airplane.”
“Embarrassing” and “horrifying”: CDC workers describe the new vaccines and autism page
"The best way I can put it is it feels like we're on a hijacked airplane."
www.motherjones.com
November 21, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Earlier this week, a new page titled “Vaccines and Autism” appeared on the CDC website. The agency's employees are not happy about it.
“The best way I can put it is it feels like we’re on a hijacked airplane.”
“The best way I can put it is it feels like we’re on a hijacked airplane.”
"It's a dangerous loss for every American."
Recently, we were lucky to sit down with former CDC Medical Director @drdebhoury.bsky.social. Sharing her message about the thousands of CDC staff who have lost their jobs this year, and how you can help support them.
www.youtube.com/shorts/v0NLT...
Recently, we were lucky to sit down with former CDC Medical Director @drdebhoury.bsky.social. Sharing her message about the thousands of CDC staff who have lost their jobs this year, and how you can help support them.
www.youtube.com/shorts/v0NLT...
CDC Mutual Aid Network Video with Deb Houry
YouTube video by Gordi Studios
www.youtube.com
November 18, 2025 at 5:22 PM
"It's a dangerous loss for every American."
Recently, we were lucky to sit down with former CDC Medical Director @drdebhoury.bsky.social. Sharing her message about the thousands of CDC staff who have lost their jobs this year, and how you can help support them.
www.youtube.com/shorts/v0NLT...
Recently, we were lucky to sit down with former CDC Medical Director @drdebhoury.bsky.social. Sharing her message about the thousands of CDC staff who have lost their jobs this year, and how you can help support them.
www.youtube.com/shorts/v0NLT...
Reposted by CDC Mutual Aid Network
🧪🗳️Scientists and experts around the country: we need your voice now! Please join us November 20 for a virtual training on how the scientific community can stand up for our democracy and push back against the growing authoritarian threat in the US. Register here: act.ucsusa.org/44007SY
November 16, 2025 at 5:12 PM
🧪🗳️Scientists and experts around the country: we need your voice now! Please join us November 20 for a virtual training on how the scientific community can stand up for our democracy and push back against the growing authoritarian threat in the US. Register here: act.ucsusa.org/44007SY
Even though the government shutdown has ended, we know that people are still struggling.
This is why we've increased our end-of-year fundraising goal to $250K - We want to be able to help as many of our colleagues as possible. We can't do that without you!
www.cdcresourceportal.org/donate
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This is why we've increased our end-of-year fundraising goal to $250K - We want to be able to help as many of our colleagues as possible. We can't do that without you!
www.cdcresourceportal.org/donate
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We think this really demonstrates how hard the government shutdown has been for current, former, and recently fired CDC workers. (The latest round of mass firings, or "RIFs" of federal workers, occurred on October 10, which coincided with hundreds of new applications to our Fund.)
November 16, 2025 at 3:07 AM
Even though the government shutdown has ended, we know that people are still struggling.
This is why we've increased our end-of-year fundraising goal to $250K - We want to be able to help as many of our colleagues as possible. We can't do that without you!
www.cdcresourceportal.org/donate
3/3
This is why we've increased our end-of-year fundraising goal to $250K - We want to be able to help as many of our colleagues as possible. We can't do that without you!
www.cdcresourceportal.org/donate
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