Keelia Silvis, MPH 💗💛💙
@keeliasilvis.bsky.social
Addiction neuroscientist turned public health professional. Queer disabled white lady fighting structural oppression to build a healthly future. Opinions are my own. (she/her)
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It is 89F and humid as a swamp in the Twin Cities today, but I'm on public transit so I am MASKING.
I never stopped masking in public transit, groceries, pharmacies, and medical settings. And that habit is probably more important now than it's been since 2020.
I never stopped masking in public transit, groceries, pharmacies, and medical settings. And that habit is probably more important now than it's been since 2020.
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1/ If Congress lets ACA subsidies expire, a New Yorker making just $1 over the cutoff could pay $5,000–$10,000 more per year for health insurance. For older adults, it could be much higher. I'm breaking down what this means for New Yorkers and what else is happening in #publichealth this week👇
November 13, 2025 at 4:10 PM
1/ If Congress lets ACA subsidies expire, a New Yorker making just $1 over the cutoff could pay $5,000–$10,000 more per year for health insurance. For older adults, it could be much higher. I'm breaking down what this means for New Yorkers and what else is happening in #publichealth this week👇
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Islamophobia is rampant this election. We have seen it plague our city, and especially seeing it here in ward 12.
This is happening in a time of escalated political violence. There is real risk that our Muslim representatives and elected officials take on when they represent this city.
This is happening in a time of escalated political violence. There is real risk that our Muslim representatives and elected officials take on when they represent this city.
I’m letting the haters know now: stay mad. We will continue to exist and thrive in Minnesota. 😘
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Islamophobia threatens to silence Muslim candidates in Minnesota
Minneapolis mayoral candidate Omar Fateh has seen a consistent stream of threats, but he’s not alone. Several candidates for local office say they’ve been targeted, and they are concerned it will disc...
sahanjournal.com
October 27, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Islamophobia is rampant this election. We have seen it plague our city, and especially seeing it here in ward 12.
This is happening in a time of escalated political violence. There is real risk that our Muslim representatives and elected officials take on when they represent this city.
This is happening in a time of escalated political violence. There is real risk that our Muslim representatives and elected officials take on when they represent this city.
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More than 152,000 children and 72,000 seniors in Minnesota are expected to lose federal food benefits starting Nov. 1.
With federal food aid about to dry up, counties scramble to help those who rely on it
The pending loss of food aid amid the federal government shutdown could hit rural Minnesota hardest, but is also certain to be felt across the state.
bit.ly
October 29, 2025 at 3:13 PM
More than 152,000 children and 72,000 seniors in Minnesota are expected to lose federal food benefits starting Nov. 1.
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It’s not supposed to be fun.
It’s supposed to be EFFECTIVE.
It’s supposed to be EFFECTIVE.
it is a bit frustrating how many people respond to “donate money, not food” with some sorr of response that equates to “that isn’t as fun” as making cutesy bagged meals or “as real” as donating cans
give cans or shelf stable food if it is all you can do. but cash goes so, so, so much further
give cans or shelf stable food if it is all you can do. but cash goes so, so, so much further
October 29, 2025 at 7:25 PM
It’s not supposed to be fun.
It’s supposed to be EFFECTIVE.
It’s supposed to be EFFECTIVE.
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An alliance between Jacob Frey’s challengers may prove significant in the ranked-choice election.
Roper: How the ‘slate for change’ could upend the Minneapolis mayoral election
An alliance between Jacob Frey’s challengers may prove significant in the ranked-choice election.
bit.ly
October 29, 2025 at 4:05 PM
An alliance between Jacob Frey’s challengers may prove significant in the ranked-choice election.
I spent 4 years doing comms + PR for state gov employees & researchers, and I still do Media Outreach training/consultation.
I just added this story to my training resources + added this line to my script: "When in doubt about how to interact with journalists, do the OPPOSITE of Lindsey Halligan."
I just added this story to my training resources + added this line to my script: "When in doubt about how to interact with journalists, do the OPPOSITE of Lindsey Halligan."
EXCLUSIVE: One Saturday afternoon in October, my phone lit up with a notification.
I glanced down at the message.
“Anna, Lindsey Halligan here,” it began.
So began my text exchange with the woman who is prosecuting the president's perceived political enemies.
www.lawfaremedia.org/article/anna...
I glanced down at the message.
“Anna, Lindsey Halligan here,” it began.
So began my text exchange with the woman who is prosecuting the president's perceived political enemies.
www.lawfaremedia.org/article/anna...
October 29, 2025 at 3:46 PM
I spent 4 years doing comms + PR for state gov employees & researchers, and I still do Media Outreach training/consultation.
I just added this story to my training resources + added this line to my script: "When in doubt about how to interact with journalists, do the OPPOSITE of Lindsey Halligan."
I just added this story to my training resources + added this line to my script: "When in doubt about how to interact with journalists, do the OPPOSITE of Lindsey Halligan."
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EXCLUSIVE: One Saturday afternoon in October, my phone lit up with a notification.
I glanced down at the message.
“Anna, Lindsey Halligan here,” it began.
So began my text exchange with the woman who is prosecuting the president's perceived political enemies.
www.lawfaremedia.org/article/anna...
I glanced down at the message.
“Anna, Lindsey Halligan here,” it began.
So began my text exchange with the woman who is prosecuting the president's perceived political enemies.
www.lawfaremedia.org/article/anna...
October 20, 2025 at 10:09 PM
EXCLUSIVE: One Saturday afternoon in October, my phone lit up with a notification.
I glanced down at the message.
“Anna, Lindsey Halligan here,” it began.
So began my text exchange with the woman who is prosecuting the president's perceived political enemies.
www.lawfaremedia.org/article/anna...
I glanced down at the message.
“Anna, Lindsey Halligan here,” it began.
So began my text exchange with the woman who is prosecuting the president's perceived political enemies.
www.lawfaremedia.org/article/anna...
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My mom sends this No Kings report from St. Cloud, MN
October 18, 2025 at 7:13 PM
My mom sends this No Kings report from St. Cloud, MN
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That’s my grandma at the end of the video, she turns 100 in February. She’s out there!
October 18, 2025 at 7:16 PM
That’s my grandma at the end of the video, she turns 100 in February. She’s out there!
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The protests in South Minneapolis were so safe and law-abiding protesters weren’t even jaywalking 😂😂😂
October 18, 2025 at 7:47 PM
The protests in South Minneapolis were so safe and law-abiding protesters weren’t even jaywalking 😂😂😂
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frog and chewbacca dance to brass solidarity band, the band formed by community members around george floyd square, at no kings minneapolis
October 18, 2025 at 7:55 PM
frog and chewbacca dance to brass solidarity band, the band formed by community members around george floyd square, at no kings minneapolis
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Key points were:
-be proud for showing up for democracy, this is the best of America
-it’s ok to be angry about everything that’s happening and acknowledge that
-use that anger and mold it into determination to keep doing the right thing
-get organized locally
-be proud for showing up for democracy, this is the best of America
-it’s ok to be angry about everything that’s happening and acknowledge that
-use that anger and mold it into determination to keep doing the right thing
-get organized locally
October 18, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Key points were:
-be proud for showing up for democracy, this is the best of America
-it’s ok to be angry about everything that’s happening and acknowledge that
-use that anger and mold it into determination to keep doing the right thing
-get organized locally
-be proud for showing up for democracy, this is the best of America
-it’s ok to be angry about everything that’s happening and acknowledge that
-use that anger and mold it into determination to keep doing the right thing
-get organized locally
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Many hundreds of people were out protesting in my sleepy corner of the burbs, in fact there were four demonstrations along a roughly five mile stretch of road going through three towns you've never heard of.
So that's pretty cool. And pretty good.
So that's pretty cool. And pretty good.
October 18, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Many hundreds of people were out protesting in my sleepy corner of the burbs, in fact there were four demonstrations along a roughly five mile stretch of road going through three towns you've never heard of.
So that's pretty cool. And pretty good.
So that's pretty cool. And pretty good.
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"While the Trump administration seems obsessed with autism, they never actually talk about the kinds of things that would improve our lives," David M. Perry writes.
Opinion | Once again, people are blaming mothers for their kids’ autism
"While the Trump administration seems obsessed with autism, they never actually talk about the kinds of things that would improve our lives," David M. Perry writes.
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September 24, 2025 at 8:24 PM
"While the Trump administration seems obsessed with autism, they never actually talk about the kinds of things that would improve our lives," David M. Perry writes.
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Here's a Youtube link of Violet Affleck's full speech about COVID and clean air at the United Nations:
Violet Affleck's Fiery UN Speech On COVID and Clean Air
YouTube video by Lucky Tran
youtu.be
September 24, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Here's a Youtube link of Violet Affleck's full speech about COVID and clean air at the United Nations:
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One of the first actions the Northeast Public Health Collaborative has taken is to issue their own COVID vaccination recommendations, based on professional medical societies.
coronavirus.health.ny.gov/system/files...
coronavirus.health.ny.gov/system/files...
September 18, 2025 at 4:05 PM
One of the first actions the Northeast Public Health Collaborative has taken is to issue their own COVID vaccination recommendations, based on professional medical societies.
coronavirus.health.ny.gov/system/files...
coronavirus.health.ny.gov/system/files...
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IT'S OFFICIAL: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York State, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and New York City have formed the Northeast Public Health Collaborative.
The collaborative will issue their own vaccine recommendations and coordinate public health efforts.
The collaborative will issue their own vaccine recommendations and coordinate public health efforts.
September 18, 2025 at 3:50 PM
IT'S OFFICIAL: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York State, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and New York City have formed the Northeast Public Health Collaborative.
The collaborative will issue their own vaccine recommendations and coordinate public health efforts.
The collaborative will issue their own vaccine recommendations and coordinate public health efforts.
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The Minnesota House of Representatives is back to an even 67-67 split after Democrat Xp Lee won a special election Tuesday to fill the seat left by slain DFL leader Melissa Hortman.
Democrat Xp Lee wins special election to succeed Melissa Hortman
He won 60% of the vote against Republican challenger Ruth Bittner.
bit.ly
September 17, 2025 at 4:27 PM
The Minnesota House of Representatives is back to an even 67-67 split after Democrat Xp Lee won a special election Tuesday to fill the seat left by slain DFL leader Melissa Hortman.
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It’s worth noting that for many years doctors refused to wash their hands, not because there was a lack of evidence for it being a life-saving measure, but because it challenged established norms. We are seeing the same regressive phenomenon with masks now.
Why did doctors refuse to wash their hands? A new study explains
- Uppsala University
www.uu.se
September 16, 2025 at 9:07 PM
It’s worth noting that for many years doctors refused to wash their hands, not because there was a lack of evidence for it being a life-saving measure, but because it challenged established norms. We are seeing the same regressive phenomenon with masks now.
Why I no longer use Twitter/X summarized in a single picture.
I apparently have to re-block Elon Musk's account & mute his name every time I log in. Idk how many times I've done it, but he keeps pushing himself into my feed. 🙃
I apparently have to re-block Elon Musk's account & mute his name every time I log in. Idk how many times I've done it, but he keeps pushing himself into my feed. 🙃
September 16, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Why I no longer use Twitter/X summarized in a single picture.
I apparently have to re-block Elon Musk's account & mute his name every time I log in. Idk how many times I've done it, but he keeps pushing himself into my feed. 🙃
I apparently have to re-block Elon Musk's account & mute his name every time I log in. Idk how many times I've done it, but he keeps pushing himself into my feed. 🙃
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11/ This is an excerpt from my weekly newsletter, which breaks down this issue and more. To read the full version with information on Covid rates, the fourth measles death, and more, click here 👉 yourlocalepidemiologist.substack.com
Love,
The YLE Team 💖
Love,
The YLE Team 💖
Your Local Epidemiologist | Katelyn Jetelina | Substack
Providing a direct line of "translated" public health science to you, so you can take action for your community's health. Click to read Your Local Epidemiologist, a Substack publication with hundreds ...
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September 16, 2025 at 6:28 PM
11/ This is an excerpt from my weekly newsletter, which breaks down this issue and more. To read the full version with information on Covid rates, the fourth measles death, and more, click here 👉 yourlocalepidemiologist.substack.com
Love,
The YLE Team 💖
Love,
The YLE Team 💖
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Even if you aren’t masking anywhere else it still makes sense to wear a mask in medical settings & pharmacies because there’s a greater chance of being close to someone contagious & there are more people who are at higher risk in these places. Masking in these settings both protects you & others.
I really think there should be a continued public health push to have people wear a mask in pharmacies and medical settings since that is where sick people and people who are higher risk can be found frequently. It has never made any public health sense to loosen those precautions.
September 16, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Even if you aren’t masking anywhere else it still makes sense to wear a mask in medical settings & pharmacies because there’s a greater chance of being close to someone contagious & there are more people who are at higher risk in these places. Masking in these settings both protects you & others.
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From @ylepidemiologist.bsky.social: “If you’re under 65 and not high risk, the window to get a Covid-19 vaccine is right now—before the FDA label changes (possibly this Friday). Once it happens, access will be limited immediately.”
August 19, 2025 at 9:16 PM
From @ylepidemiologist.bsky.social: “If you’re under 65 and not high risk, the window to get a Covid-19 vaccine is right now—before the FDA label changes (possibly this Friday). Once it happens, access will be limited immediately.”
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With COVID vaccine access likely to become restricted soon, now would be good time to get back in the habit of wearing a mask more frequently again if you haven’t been doing so lately.
From @ylepidemiologist.bsky.social: “If you’re under 65 and not high risk, the window to get a Covid-19 vaccine is right now—before the FDA label changes (possibly this Friday). Once it happens, access will be limited immediately.”
August 19, 2025 at 10:03 PM
With COVID vaccine access likely to become restricted soon, now would be good time to get back in the habit of wearing a mask more frequently again if you haven’t been doing so lately.