Lisa Amir
@lisahamir.bsky.social
Research Professor at the Judith Lumley Centre, La Trobe University, Melbourne
Editor-in-Chief, International Breastfeeding Journal
Editor-in-Chief, International Breastfeeding Journal
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The Lancet has put an expression of concern on a 2006 case report of a baby’s death purportedly from morphine poisoning through breast milk. The decision comes just days after the New Yorker published a year-long investigation into the death and the controversies that have surrounded it.
Lancet flags long-scrutinized report of infant poisoned by opioids in breast milk
The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto The Lancet has put an expression of concern on a 2006 case report of a baby’s death purportedly from morphine poisoning through breast milk. The decision c…
retractionwatch.com
February 4, 2026 at 11:15 PM
The Lancet has put an expression of concern on a 2006 case report of a baby’s death purportedly from morphine poisoning through breast milk. The decision comes just days after the New Yorker published a year-long investigation into the death and the controversies that have surrounded it.
Reposted by Lisa Amir
During the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic, I taught three, online courses for journalists on basics of epidemiology
Course recordings and slides are still available as a free resource on my teaching website
www.teachepi.org/courses/epid...
Course recordings and slides are still available as a free resource on my teaching website
www.teachepi.org/courses/epid...
February 1, 2026 at 4:21 PM
During the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic, I taught three, online courses for journalists on basics of epidemiology
Course recordings and slides are still available as a free resource on my teaching website
www.teachepi.org/courses/epid...
Course recordings and slides are still available as a free resource on my teaching website
www.teachepi.org/courses/epid...
Reposted by Lisa Amir
A lot of formulas have extra ingredients that I call “flavor crystals“—ingredients that are synthesized versions of human milk components, but in the context of formula are not proven to be of any benefit. But what’s the harm in buying these products anyway?
This 👇 is what.
This 👇 is what.
DYK the toxin causing the current MASSIVE global formula recall is in a completely optional ingredient with insufficient evidence of any health benefits for babies? #BabiesBeforeBottomlines www.ft.com/content/3711...
Nestlé and Danone hit by backlash over contaminated baby formula
Toxin traced to Wuhan laboratory has led to product recall and growing crisis for consumer groups
www.ft.com
January 31, 2026 at 9:30 PM
A lot of formulas have extra ingredients that I call “flavor crystals“—ingredients that are synthesized versions of human milk components, but in the context of formula are not proven to be of any benefit. But what’s the harm in buying these products anyway?
This 👇 is what.
This 👇 is what.
It's a lovely article @meghanazad.bsky.social 😊
Publishing data did lead to positive change in Manitoba!
Here's the cited article in #IntBreastfeedJ
link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Publishing data did lead to positive change in Manitoba!
Here's the cited article in #IntBreastfeedJ
link.springer.com/article/10.1...
January 31, 2026 at 12:51 AM
It's a lovely article @meghanazad.bsky.social 😊
Publishing data did lead to positive change in Manitoba!
Here's the cited article in #IntBreastfeedJ
link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Publishing data did lead to positive change in Manitoba!
Here's the cited article in #IntBreastfeedJ
link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Yes, as a journal editor, I'm horrified by manuscript submissions with hallucinated references/zombie citations!
I learnt a new term: "Scholarslop" - perfect for what we're seeing.
The authors' names and journal titles are familiar, but the actual articles do not exist ...
I learnt a new term: "Scholarslop" - perfect for what we're seeing.
The authors' names and journal titles are familiar, but the actual articles do not exist ...
Academic publishing is currently experiencing a viral spread of “zombie citations.” I tried following one to see how these references are infecting academic knowledge systems codeactsineducation.wordpress.com/2026/01/30/t...
Tracing the social half-life of a zombie citation
Photo by Henrik L. on Unsplash Academic publishing is currently experiencing a viral spread of “zombie citations.” This term refers to references of academic publications that do not ex…
codeactsineducation.wordpress.com
January 30, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Yes, as a journal editor, I'm horrified by manuscript submissions with hallucinated references/zombie citations!
I learnt a new term: "Scholarslop" - perfect for what we're seeing.
The authors' names and journal titles are familiar, but the actual articles do not exist ...
I learnt a new term: "Scholarslop" - perfect for what we're seeing.
The authors' names and journal titles are familiar, but the actual articles do not exist ...
ICYMI #breastfeeding #medication
I knew part of this story about Koren and his 2006 case report of infant death attributed to codeine in breastmilk - but the full story is truly shocking.
Thanks for sharing this article in The New Yorker @drtomori.bsky.social
The Lancet must retract this case report ASAP.
archive.is/i5Opj
Thanks for sharing this article in The New Yorker @drtomori.bsky.social
The Lancet must retract this case report ASAP.
archive.is/i5Opj
January 30, 2026 at 5:18 AM
ICYMI #breastfeeding #medication
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January 28, 2026 at 8:40 PM
Reposted by Lisa Amir
I knew part of this story about Koren and his 2006 case report of infant death attributed to codeine in breastmilk - but the full story is truly shocking.
Thanks for sharing this article in The New Yorker @drtomori.bsky.social
The Lancet must retract this case report ASAP.
archive.is/i5Opj
Thanks for sharing this article in The New Yorker @drtomori.bsky.social
The Lancet must retract this case report ASAP.
archive.is/i5Opj
January 28, 2026 at 3:39 AM
I knew part of this story about Koren and his 2006 case report of infant death attributed to codeine in breastmilk - but the full story is truly shocking.
Thanks for sharing this article in The New Yorker @drtomori.bsky.social
The Lancet must retract this case report ASAP.
archive.is/i5Opj
Thanks for sharing this article in The New Yorker @drtomori.bsky.social
The Lancet must retract this case report ASAP.
archive.is/i5Opj
I knew part of this story about Koren and his 2006 case report of infant death attributed to codeine in breastmilk - but the full story is truly shocking.
Thanks for sharing this article in The New Yorker @drtomori.bsky.social
The Lancet must retract this case report ASAP.
archive.is/i5Opj
Thanks for sharing this article in The New Yorker @drtomori.bsky.social
The Lancet must retract this case report ASAP.
archive.is/i5Opj
January 28, 2026 at 3:39 AM
I knew part of this story about Koren and his 2006 case report of infant death attributed to codeine in breastmilk - but the full story is truly shocking.
Thanks for sharing this article in The New Yorker @drtomori.bsky.social
The Lancet must retract this case report ASAP.
archive.is/i5Opj
Thanks for sharing this article in The New Yorker @drtomori.bsky.social
The Lancet must retract this case report ASAP.
archive.is/i5Opj
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One day you or someone you know will need a midwife — but the world is one million short.
That’s why we’re launching the #OneMillionMore global petition to grow, support and sustain the midwifery workforce.
Sign today: zurl.co/eTYZT
That’s why we’re launching the #OneMillionMore global petition to grow, support and sustain the midwifery workforce.
Sign today: zurl.co/eTYZT
October 14, 2025 at 11:02 AM
One day you or someone you know will need a midwife — but the world is one million short.
That’s why we’re launching the #OneMillionMore global petition to grow, support and sustain the midwifery workforce.
Sign today: zurl.co/eTYZT
That’s why we’re launching the #OneMillionMore global petition to grow, support and sustain the midwifery workforce.
Sign today: zurl.co/eTYZT
Reposted by Lisa Amir
With winter in full swing in the Northern Hemisphere, Australia really stands out as exceptionally hot looking at the forecast temperatures across the world. Possible record-breaking heat tomorrow in the southeast. www.bom.gov.au/australia/ch...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
January 26, 2026 at 7:38 AM
With winter in full swing in the Northern Hemisphere, Australia really stands out as exceptionally hot looking at the forecast temperatures across the world. Possible record-breaking heat tomorrow in the southeast. www.bom.gov.au/australia/ch...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01...
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For those planning #IWD2026 events, a reminder this year's global theme is 'Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls' and the Australasian regional theme is Balance the Scales. Don't be fooled by the corporate '.com' site!
www.unwomen.org/en/news-stor...
unwomen.org.au/un-women-aus...
www.unwomen.org/en/news-stor...
unwomen.org.au/un-women-aus...
International Women’s Day 2026: Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls. | UN Women – Headquarters
On 8 March 2026, rally with women and girls around the world to demand equal rights – and equal justice to enforce, exercise, and enjoy those rights.
www.unwomen.org
January 26, 2026 at 3:15 AM
For those planning #IWD2026 events, a reminder this year's global theme is 'Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls' and the Australasian regional theme is Balance the Scales. Don't be fooled by the corporate '.com' site!
www.unwomen.org/en/news-stor...
unwomen.org.au/un-women-aus...
www.unwomen.org/en/news-stor...
unwomen.org.au/un-women-aus...
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I think we're currently in the "radium skin cream" phase with AI.
When we discovered radioactivity, people tried to cram into everything, and it didn't end well.
AI is a discovery at least as important as radioactivity, and at least as dangerous.
When we discovered radioactivity, people tried to cram into everything, and it didn't end well.
AI is a discovery at least as important as radioactivity, and at least as dangerous.
January 25, 2026 at 10:16 PM
I think we're currently in the "radium skin cream" phase with AI.
When we discovered radioactivity, people tried to cram into everything, and it didn't end well.
AI is a discovery at least as important as radioactivity, and at least as dangerous.
When we discovered radioactivity, people tried to cram into everything, and it didn't end well.
AI is a discovery at least as important as radioactivity, and at least as dangerous.
Reposted by Lisa Amir
Even in this day and age, it is easy to find examples of how the Global North continues to see Africa as a laboratory to experiment on
January 23, 2026 at 1:56 PM
Even in this day and age, it is easy to find examples of how the Global North continues to see Africa as a laboratory to experiment on
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It’s important to recognise and celebrate small academic writing successes patthomson.net/2026/01/22/s...
small successes count
There’s a particular kind of exhaustion that comes from staring at a word count that’s meant to reach 80,000 or 100,000, knowing you’re only at 12,000. Or from looking at a journa…
patthomson.net
January 22, 2026 at 6:54 AM
It’s important to recognise and celebrate small academic writing successes patthomson.net/2026/01/22/s...
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Safe, inclusive public spaces are essential for children’s health, learning and social connection.
Yet access is shrinking: only 44% of urban residents live near open public space.
Cities can change this.
Read the new guide on creating public spaces for children 👉 bit.ly/4jZyksQ
Yet access is shrinking: only 44% of urban residents live near open public space.
Cities can change this.
Read the new guide on creating public spaces for children 👉 bit.ly/4jZyksQ
January 21, 2026 at 1:54 PM
Safe, inclusive public spaces are essential for children’s health, learning and social connection.
Yet access is shrinking: only 44% of urban residents live near open public space.
Cities can change this.
Read the new guide on creating public spaces for children 👉 bit.ly/4jZyksQ
Yet access is shrinking: only 44% of urban residents live near open public space.
Cities can change this.
Read the new guide on creating public spaces for children 👉 bit.ly/4jZyksQ
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My latest for @jama.com:
The CDC has removed several vaccines from the childhood and adolescent immunization schedule.
Here’s why the changes are sparking grave concern.
Here’s why the changes are sparking grave concern.
New Immunization Schedule Sparks Grave Concern
This Medical News article discusses changes to the US government’s childhood and adolescent immunization schedule and what they mean for clinicians and families.
jamanetwork.com
January 16, 2026 at 5:04 PM
My latest for @jama.com:
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Reposted by Lisa Amir
wikipedia turns 25 today! the last unenshittified major website! backbone of online info! triumph of humanity! powered by urge of unpaid randos to correct each other! somehow mostly reliable! "good thing wikipedia works in practice, because it sure doesn't work in theory" - old wiki adage
January 15, 2026 at 1:47 PM
wikipedia turns 25 today! the last unenshittified major website! backbone of online info! triumph of humanity! powered by urge of unpaid randos to correct each other! somehow mostly reliable! "good thing wikipedia works in practice, because it sure doesn't work in theory" - old wiki adage
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We are delighted to share a new, collective Vision for #breastfeeding that has been created by the sector through a process of collaboration, reflection and shared ambition.
ihv.org.uk/news-and-vie...
@impurbanhealth.bsky.social
ihv.org.uk/news-and-vie...
@impurbanhealth.bsky.social
January 15, 2026 at 4:33 PM
We are delighted to share a new, collective Vision for #breastfeeding that has been created by the sector through a process of collaboration, reflection and shared ambition.
ihv.org.uk/news-and-vie...
@impurbanhealth.bsky.social
ihv.org.uk/news-and-vie...
@impurbanhealth.bsky.social
Lactational mastitis update included in latest Antibiotic update by Therapeutic Guidelines
No change in antibiotic recommendations, but more info re management
#breastfeeding
www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/clini...
No change in antibiotic recommendations, but more info re management
#breastfeeding
www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/clini...
newsGP - New update to antibiotic guidelines
The latest update from Therapeutic Guidelines includes changes to perinatal infections, surgical prophylaxis, skin infections, and traumatic wounds.
www1.racgp.org.au
January 15, 2026 at 12:05 AM
Lactational mastitis update included in latest Antibiotic update by Therapeutic Guidelines
No change in antibiotic recommendations, but more info re management
#breastfeeding
www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/clini...
No change in antibiotic recommendations, but more info re management
#breastfeeding
www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/clini...
Attention journal editors and reviewers - be on the lookout for random, weird Latin names/phrases!
🧪 Here's a science mystery to start the year.
Why are species names for fish and plants appearing in the scientific literature in papers about firefighter injuries, hearing loss and heart attack?
Is it AI? Translation tools? Something else?
nobreakthroughs.substack.com/p/is-this-fi...
Why are species names for fish and plants appearing in the scientific literature in papers about firefighter injuries, hearing loss and heart attack?
Is it AI? Translation tools? Something else?
nobreakthroughs.substack.com/p/is-this-fi...
January 12, 2026 at 1:43 AM
Attention journal editors and reviewers - be on the lookout for random, weird Latin names/phrases!
Reposted by Lisa Amir
Dec 2025 Update for #IntBreastfeedJ
15 papers published w authors from 15 countries:
Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Finland, France, Ghana, India, Iran, Ireland, Mexico, Turkiye, Spain, UK & USA
In total, >100 papers published in 2025!
Thanks to all our authors, reviewers and Assoc Editors 😊
15 papers published w authors from 15 countries:
Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Finland, France, Ghana, India, Iran, Ireland, Mexico, Turkiye, Spain, UK & USA
In total, >100 papers published in 2025!
Thanks to all our authors, reviewers and Assoc Editors 😊
January 5, 2026 at 10:35 PM
Dec 2025 Update for #IntBreastfeedJ
15 papers published w authors from 15 countries:
Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Finland, France, Ghana, India, Iran, Ireland, Mexico, Turkiye, Spain, UK & USA
In total, >100 papers published in 2025!
Thanks to all our authors, reviewers and Assoc Editors 😊
15 papers published w authors from 15 countries:
Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Finland, France, Ghana, India, Iran, Ireland, Mexico, Turkiye, Spain, UK & USA
In total, >100 papers published in 2025!
Thanks to all our authors, reviewers and Assoc Editors 😊
Dec 2025 Update for #IntBreastfeedJ
15 papers published w authors from 15 countries:
Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Finland, France, Ghana, India, Iran, Ireland, Mexico, Turkiye, Spain, UK & USA
In total, >100 papers published in 2025!
Thanks to all our authors, reviewers and Assoc Editors 😊
15 papers published w authors from 15 countries:
Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Finland, France, Ghana, India, Iran, Ireland, Mexico, Turkiye, Spain, UK & USA
In total, >100 papers published in 2025!
Thanks to all our authors, reviewers and Assoc Editors 😊
January 5, 2026 at 10:35 PM
Dec 2025 Update for #IntBreastfeedJ
15 papers published w authors from 15 countries:
Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Finland, France, Ghana, India, Iran, Ireland, Mexico, Turkiye, Spain, UK & USA
In total, >100 papers published in 2025!
Thanks to all our authors, reviewers and Assoc Editors 😊
15 papers published w authors from 15 countries:
Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Finland, France, Ghana, India, Iran, Ireland, Mexico, Turkiye, Spain, UK & USA
In total, >100 papers published in 2025!
Thanks to all our authors, reviewers and Assoc Editors 😊