Marissa Hager, MPH
@marissamph.bsky.social
Public health communicator 🌟 Chronic & infectious disease prevention, climate & health, One Health, mental health advocacy, community-led equitable solutions 🤓 She/her, Sociology roots, obsessed with my pup, Bella 💛
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Hey all! A little more about me:
• I loveee a good sci-fi book.
• Soy milk matcha lattes are perfection.
• Nothing can top a beach day.
• My main goal here: Promote evidence-based health information and simplify complex health topics into actionable insights.
Most importantly, here's Bella!
• I loveee a good sci-fi book.
• Soy milk matcha lattes are perfection.
• Nothing can top a beach day.
• My main goal here: Promote evidence-based health information and simplify complex health topics into actionable insights.
Most importantly, here's Bella!
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On June 9, the Secretary of the Department of Health & Human Services removed the 17 sitting members of the #ACIP committee. Several medical & #publichealth associations have condemned the move.
Just what is the ACIP and why are they so important to protect health? 👇
thosenerdygirls.org/acip-2/
Just what is the ACIP and why are they so important to protect health? 👇
thosenerdygirls.org/acip-2/
What is the ACIP and why does it matter?
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) is a federal advisory committee that develops recommendations for vaccination in the United
thosenerdygirls.org
June 12, 2025 at 6:21 PM
On June 9, the Secretary of the Department of Health & Human Services removed the 17 sitting members of the #ACIP committee. Several medical & #publichealth associations have condemned the move.
Just what is the ACIP and why are they so important to protect health? 👇
thosenerdygirls.org/acip-2/
Just what is the ACIP and why are they so important to protect health? 👇
thosenerdygirls.org/acip-2/
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It’s National Public Health Week!
Read this article on a survey of public health professionals' willingness to advocate for climate change, highlighting barriers and the need for more resources and training: tinyurl.com/mvppphxn
#HealthCommunication #HealthEducation #HealthPromotion #GlobalHealth
Read this article on a survey of public health professionals' willingness to advocate for climate change, highlighting barriers and the need for more resources and training: tinyurl.com/mvppphxn
#HealthCommunication #HealthEducation #HealthPromotion #GlobalHealth
April 7, 2025 at 11:25 PM
It’s National Public Health Week!
Read this article on a survey of public health professionals' willingness to advocate for climate change, highlighting barriers and the need for more resources and training: tinyurl.com/mvppphxn
#HealthCommunication #HealthEducation #HealthPromotion #GlobalHealth
Read this article on a survey of public health professionals' willingness to advocate for climate change, highlighting barriers and the need for more resources and training: tinyurl.com/mvppphxn
#HealthCommunication #HealthEducation #HealthPromotion #GlobalHealth
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1/ 🧵 Here’s your weekly #publichealth update! Today, we’re diving into the discovery and subsequent removal of a shadow CDC page, measles, egg prices, and infant formula—plus a look at why Americans are feeling so unhappy lately. Let’s dive in. 👇
March 24, 2025 at 8:30 PM
1/ 🧵 Here’s your weekly #publichealth update! Today, we’re diving into the discovery and subsequent removal of a shadow CDC page, measles, egg prices, and infant formula—plus a look at why Americans are feeling so unhappy lately. Let’s dive in. 👇
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"When we don’t value all human lives equally, this is the world we end up with: A world where our deadliest infection is one that we know how to cure." –@johngreensbluesky.bsky.social, author of Everything Is Tuberculosis. #WorldTBDay
🎧 Full episode: podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/867-everythi...
🎧 Full episode: podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/867-everythi...
March 24, 2025 at 8:22 PM
"When we don’t value all human lives equally, this is the world we end up with: A world where our deadliest infection is one that we know how to cure." –@johngreensbluesky.bsky.social, author of Everything Is Tuberculosis. #WorldTBDay
🎧 Full episode: podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/867-everythi...
🎧 Full episode: podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/867-everythi...
I've spent the past few months interning for JCIH and have had a blast creating social media content about different articles that we publish! Follow along @jcihonline.bsky.social to keep up to date with the world of health communications and to see my co-intern and I's new posts 4 days a week! 🌟
JCIH is on BlueSky! 🎉
Follow along for information and discussion on the latest articles, announcements, resources, and more.
Be sure to follow us on LinkedIn, X, and Instagram as well to stay up to date with the latest in #healthcommunication!
#HealthPromotion #HealthEducation #GlobalHealth
Follow along for information and discussion on the latest articles, announcements, resources, and more.
Be sure to follow us on LinkedIn, X, and Instagram as well to stay up to date with the latest in #healthcommunication!
#HealthPromotion #HealthEducation #GlobalHealth
March 22, 2025 at 12:05 AM
I've spent the past few months interning for JCIH and have had a blast creating social media content about different articles that we publish! Follow along @jcihonline.bsky.social to keep up to date with the world of health communications and to see my co-intern and I's new posts 4 days a week! 🌟
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Telehealth saves time traveling to and from appointments – and that means less disruption to work and other daily activities. Those without access to transportation and those who live far from their healthcare providers rely on telehealth to see their clinicians.
March 15, 2025 at 12:38 AM
Telehealth saves time traveling to and from appointments – and that means less disruption to work and other daily activities. Those without access to transportation and those who live far from their healthcare providers rely on telehealth to see their clinicians.
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@kkjetelina.bsky.social is always great, but this figure on the increasing probability of risk of an H5N1 bird flu pandemic is particularly helpful. yourlocalepidemiologist.substack.com/p/h5n1-updat...
February 28, 2025 at 3:20 PM
@kkjetelina.bsky.social is always great, but this figure on the increasing probability of risk of an H5N1 bird flu pandemic is particularly helpful. yourlocalepidemiologist.substack.com/p/h5n1-updat...
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You may be hearing a lot about microplastics on the news lately, but how much do you actually know about them?
Learn more about the tiny plastic fragments found everywhere—from deep in the ocean to inside our own bodies.
🎧 magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/micropl...
Learn more about the tiny plastic fragments found everywhere—from deep in the ocean to inside our own bodies.
🎧 magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/micropl...
February 19, 2025 at 5:18 PM
You may be hearing a lot about microplastics on the news lately, but how much do you actually know about them?
Learn more about the tiny plastic fragments found everywhere—from deep in the ocean to inside our own bodies.
🎧 magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/micropl...
Learn more about the tiny plastic fragments found everywhere—from deep in the ocean to inside our own bodies.
🎧 magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/micropl...
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To build support for science, it's not enough to just share facts. We need open conversations between scientists and people who are unsure. Social networks, while spreading false information, can also help share the truth.
theconversation.com/address-scie...
theconversation.com/address-scie...
Address science misinformation not by repeating the facts, but by building conversation and community
For science to have a meaningful impact on a group of people, new information needs to spread between trusted members of that community.
theconversation.com
February 16, 2025 at 12:00 AM
To build support for science, it's not enough to just share facts. We need open conversations between scientists and people who are unsure. Social networks, while spreading false information, can also help share the truth.
theconversation.com/address-scie...
theconversation.com/address-scie...
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Here's a link to our avian influenza page. It has information and guidance - even a link for raw milk at the bottom. Make sure you follow us to stay updated. doh.wa.gov/avian-influenza
Avian Influenza
Avian influenza (bird flu) is a disease caused by infection with avian (bird) influenza (flu) Type A viruses. These viruses occur naturally in wild aquatic birds, but can also infect poultry (such as ...
doh.wa.gov
February 14, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Here's a link to our avian influenza page. It has information and guidance - even a link for raw milk at the bottom. Make sure you follow us to stay updated. doh.wa.gov/avian-influenza
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Good tips here for dealing with misinformation on all sorts of topics--not just climate change.
🛟🧪📉 medsky sociology polisky policysky health policy lawsky demography idsky 😷 science communication
www.edf.org/how-we-can-f...
🛟🧪📉 medsky sociology polisky policysky health policy lawsky demography idsky 😷 science communication
www.edf.org/how-we-can-f...
How we can fight climate change misinformation
Battle climate myths and fight for the truth. This how-to guide shares tips and tools for fighting climate misinformation.
www.edf.org
February 10, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Good tips here for dealing with misinformation on all sorts of topics--not just climate change.
🛟🧪📉 medsky sociology polisky policysky health policy lawsky demography idsky 😷 science communication
www.edf.org/how-we-can-f...
🛟🧪📉 medsky sociology polisky policysky health policy lawsky demography idsky 😷 science communication
www.edf.org/how-we-can-f...
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#HeartMonth is a great time to get a cardiac risk assessment & know if you are at risk for heart disease. 80% of heart disease is preventable but we don’t often screen women. Heart disease is the #1 killer of women. Lack of awareness is a close second.
#GoRedforWomen #CVPrev #CardioSky
#GoRedforWomen #CVPrev #CardioSky
February 3, 2025 at 9:38 PM
#HeartMonth is a great time to get a cardiac risk assessment & know if you are at risk for heart disease. 80% of heart disease is preventable but we don’t often screen women. Heart disease is the #1 killer of women. Lack of awareness is a close second.
#GoRedforWomen #CVPrev #CardioSky
#GoRedforWomen #CVPrev #CardioSky
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We have access to a large networks of experts and researchers and will be referencing all the claims in our posts. 📄
You can find hundreds of existing posts and useful resources with peer-reviewed references at scienceupfirst.com
You can find hundreds of existing posts and useful resources with peer-reviewed references at scienceupfirst.com
ScienceUpFirst - Together Against Misinformation
We equip Canadians with science-based knowledge to make informed choices and confidently join the conversation.
scienceupfirst.com
February 4, 2025 at 5:35 PM
We have access to a large networks of experts and researchers and will be referencing all the claims in our posts. 📄
You can find hundreds of existing posts and useful resources with peer-reviewed references at scienceupfirst.com
You can find hundreds of existing posts and useful resources with peer-reviewed references at scienceupfirst.com
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Our health is shaped by the world around us – good homes, stable jobs, social ties, green spaces, and clean air. 🌍
These are what we call the building blocks of health and wellbeing.
When these building blocks are missing, our health suffers. Here's why. 👇
youtu.be/prAxFMyppIA?...
These are what we call the building blocks of health and wellbeing.
When these building blocks are missing, our health suffers. Here's why. 👇
youtu.be/prAxFMyppIA?...
What are the building blocks of health and wellbeing?
YouTube video by Health Equals
youtu.be
February 11, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Our health is shaped by the world around us – good homes, stable jobs, social ties, green spaces, and clean air. 🌍
These are what we call the building blocks of health and wellbeing.
When these building blocks are missing, our health suffers. Here's why. 👇
youtu.be/prAxFMyppIA?...
These are what we call the building blocks of health and wellbeing.
When these building blocks are missing, our health suffers. Here's why. 👇
youtu.be/prAxFMyppIA?...
Guess what - our Science Moms climate ad made this top ten best (upcoming) Super Bowl ads list! The only nonprofit ad on the list!
Warning: do not watch without a tissue
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/07/a...
Warning: do not watch without a tissue
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/07/a...
ByTheTime
YouTube video by Science Moms
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February 10, 2025 at 3:21 AM
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Did you know that good health is about complete physical, mental and social wellbeing - not merely the absence of disease?
Watch our new video explaining how public health professionals support our journey towards a healthy, happy life!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=MccR...
Watch our new video explaining how public health professionals support our journey towards a healthy, happy life!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=MccR...
What Is Public Health?
YouTube video by UK Faculty of Public Health
www.youtube.com
February 3, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Did you know that good health is about complete physical, mental and social wellbeing - not merely the absence of disease?
Watch our new video explaining how public health professionals support our journey towards a healthy, happy life!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=MccR...
Watch our new video explaining how public health professionals support our journey towards a healthy, happy life!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=MccR...
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This (and every) month, we are honored to celebrate Black History and the contributions of African-Americans to our country, our university, our school and the field of public health!
#BlackHistory #PublicHealth #BlackHistoryMonth #blackhealth
#BlackHistory #PublicHealth #BlackHistoryMonth #blackhealth
February 3, 2025 at 6:57 PM
This (and every) month, we are honored to celebrate Black History and the contributions of African-Americans to our country, our university, our school and the field of public health!
#BlackHistory #PublicHealth #BlackHistoryMonth #blackhealth
#BlackHistory #PublicHealth #BlackHistoryMonth #blackhealth
@5calls.org makes it quicker and easier to get in contact with your elected officials! Each and every call can make a difference.
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5calls.org
February 4, 2025 at 6:49 PM
@5calls.org makes it quicker and easier to get in contact with your elected officials! Each and every call can make a difference.
5calls.org
5calls.org
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Today is #WorldCancerDay.
Here are some ways to reduce your #cancer risk:
🚭 Don’t use tobacco #NoTobacco
🏊 Exercise regularly
🌽 Eat more fruits and vegetables
✅ Maintain a healthy weight
🍷 Limit alcohol consumption
Let's beat cancer!
Here are some ways to reduce your #cancer risk:
🚭 Don’t use tobacco #NoTobacco
🏊 Exercise regularly
🌽 Eat more fruits and vegetables
✅ Maintain a healthy weight
🍷 Limit alcohol consumption
Let's beat cancer!
February 4, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Today is #WorldCancerDay.
Here are some ways to reduce your #cancer risk:
🚭 Don’t use tobacco #NoTobacco
🏊 Exercise regularly
🌽 Eat more fruits and vegetables
✅ Maintain a healthy weight
🍷 Limit alcohol consumption
Let's beat cancer!
Here are some ways to reduce your #cancer risk:
🚭 Don’t use tobacco #NoTobacco
🏊 Exercise regularly
🌽 Eat more fruits and vegetables
✅ Maintain a healthy weight
🍷 Limit alcohol consumption
Let's beat cancer!
💡Prevention tips:
✅️ Get your COVID-19 and flu vaccines. It's not too late!
✅️ Norovirus: Wash your hands often.
✅️ Respiratory viruses: Wear a mask to protect yourself and others around you from sickness.
+ watch/read this:
www.pbs.org/newshour/sho... @kkjetelina.bsky.social
#PublicHealth
✅️ Get your COVID-19 and flu vaccines. It's not too late!
✅️ Norovirus: Wash your hands often.
✅️ Respiratory viruses: Wear a mask to protect yourself and others around you from sickness.
+ watch/read this:
www.pbs.org/newshour/sho... @kkjetelina.bsky.social
#PublicHealth
February 4, 2025 at 1:48 AM
💡Prevention tips:
✅️ Get your COVID-19 and flu vaccines. It's not too late!
✅️ Norovirus: Wash your hands often.
✅️ Respiratory viruses: Wear a mask to protect yourself and others around you from sickness.
+ watch/read this:
www.pbs.org/newshour/sho... @kkjetelina.bsky.social
#PublicHealth
✅️ Get your COVID-19 and flu vaccines. It's not too late!
✅️ Norovirus: Wash your hands often.
✅️ Respiratory viruses: Wear a mask to protect yourself and others around you from sickness.
+ watch/read this:
www.pbs.org/newshour/sho... @kkjetelina.bsky.social
#PublicHealth
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We're tracking Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) which has existed among wild bird populations in Massachusetts since 2022. Risk of human infection is currently low. Avoid contact with sick, injured, or dead birds and report it to mass.gov/reportbirds or call 311.
#BirdFlu #AvianFlu
#BirdFlu #AvianFlu
February 3, 2025 at 10:37 PM
We're tracking Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) which has existed among wild bird populations in Massachusetts since 2022. Risk of human infection is currently low. Avoid contact with sick, injured, or dead birds and report it to mass.gov/reportbirds or call 311.
#BirdFlu #AvianFlu
#BirdFlu #AvianFlu
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SHOT IN THE ARM is now streaming for free on PBS.
www.pbs.org/show/shot-in...
www.pbs.org/show/shot-in...
Shot in the Arm
SHOT IN THE ARM explores vaccine hesitancy historically and in the context of Covid-19.
www.pbs.org
January 30, 2025 at 1:43 AM
SHOT IN THE ARM is now streaming for free on PBS.
www.pbs.org/show/shot-in...
www.pbs.org/show/shot-in...
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If you are convinced, as I am, that RFK Jr. has no place in making our public health decisions, please write to your senator TODAY to let them know where you stand. Visit www.shotinthearmmovie.com/take-action for an email script and to find your senator's contact info.
Take Action to Stop the RFK Jr. Nomination – SHOT IN THE ARM
www.shotinthearmmovie.com
January 30, 2025 at 1:43 AM
If you are convinced, as I am, that RFK Jr. has no place in making our public health decisions, please write to your senator TODAY to let them know where you stand. Visit www.shotinthearmmovie.com/take-action for an email script and to find your senator's contact info.
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