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Dr Samuel Animates
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Research: health literacy, media, and tech
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Folks in health communication are getting pressure to use AI tools. But how do you know if they work?

I made a practical testing guide: run 25 tests, track failures, calculate error rates, document everything.

No data science background needed.

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How to Test Generative AI Tools for Health Communication: Step-by-Step Evaluation Guide
Test generative AI tools for health communication with a simple systematic approach. Measure performance, track failures, and build evidence for your decisions.
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January 14, 2026 at 6:31 PM
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I've enjoyed learning about the Public Health Communication Collaborative through their ambassador program. They're committed to science-backed resources about vaccines, infectious disease, etc. Their materials are a great professional resource: publichealthcollaborative.org/trending/
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Trending - Public Health Communications Collaborative
Knowing what health information is trending can help you generate and deliver fact-based, effective, and timely public health communications in your
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January 7, 2026 at 8:27 PM
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reposting for feeds: tenure-track assistant professor position in epidemiology at U Minnesota.

#academicsky #phdsky #episky #publichealth
rwidome.bsky.social Rachel Widome @rwidome.bsky.social · Dec 18
Good morning epi methods community! Please consider applying for (and spreading the word about) this position here at Minnesota. It's a great place to be! (You can read the whole description and apply here: apply.interfolio.com/179313) #EpiSky
Beginning of job description. It states: "The Division of Epidemiology and Community Health, University of Minnesota School of Public Health, seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor who has expertise in a broad range of epidemiologic methods. About the Job The Division of Epidemiology & Community Health, School of Public Health, University of Minnesota, invites applications at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track). As a faculty member, the individual will actively contribute to the Division’s mission through research, teaching, advising, and professional service activities. Key responsibilities include: ● Maintain and expand expertise in the application of foundational and cutting-edge epidemiologic methods. Candidates are expected to have a deep understanding of causal inference, bias mitigation, and statistical modelling. Expertise across diverse epidemiologic methods and content areas is welcomed. ● Develop a research program that incorporates rigorous epidemiologic methods, and collaborate with other faculty as a co-investigator on new grant initiatives. Example areas of possible methodologic applications include, but are not limited to, causal analysis, bias analysis, infectious disease modelling, mutational signatures in cancer, -omics data applications, spatial and temporal analyses, pharmacoepidemiology, quasi-experimental methods, implementation science, generative artificial intelligence and/or machine learning, digital health, wearables, etc. ● Contribute to Epidemiology curriculum development, teach epidemiologic methods as part of the Epidemiology PhD methods sequence and other classes as needed, and participate in development of the PhD qualifying examinations. Advising PhD, post-doctoral, and master's students is also expected. ● Actively engage in service, including at a national level through professional organizations focused on epidemiologic methods. ● Serve as a resource for translating up-to-date epidemiologic methods to applications i…
January 5, 2026 at 8:57 PM
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via LinkedIn, job posting list targeting recent MPH grads: docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

Mix of biotech, research, state public health
MPH Recruiting
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December 23, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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this short hand-drawn koi loop has been sitting in my youtube drafts so long i can't remember why

so I figured I'd finally share it www.youtube.com/shorts/dtpeZ...

#animation #art
koi loop #animation #art #relax #blue #handmade
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December 20, 2025 at 7:39 PM
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Trying my hand at monochrome pixel art for a new hobby project and it's an interesting mix of tedious, meditative, and fun
Spritesheet of 8 frames of a black and white pixel art mascara wand entering the tube.
December 8, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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I tend to to just post things related to my health research and health communication work. but I have wanted a change of pace lately so here's a thread of my lo-fi background videos I use as an outlet for the psychedelic animation loops I like to make

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samuelanimates.bsky.social Dr Samuel Animates @samuelanimates.bsky.social · Nov 24
I still like to find time to play around with visual art and animation loops... just very very slowly and spradically. Sometimes it takes a year to get around to finishing one. This has aligned well with having fun with lo-fi/bg study music videos, so here's a dumpster fire

youtu.be/2WxXAyb61O4
1 hour of corporate bg music and dumpster fire to cozy up to while working cuz everythings beautiful
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November 24, 2025 at 6:18 PM
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I still like to find time to play around with visual art and animation loops... just very very slowly and spradically. Sometimes it takes a year to get around to finishing one. This has aligned well with having fun with lo-fi/bg study music videos, so here's a dumpster fire

youtu.be/2WxXAyb61O4
1 hour of corporate bg music and dumpster fire to cozy up to while working cuz everythings beautiful
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November 24, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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New paper out! We studied how different ways to count words can changes reading grade level estimates. Bottom line: Don't take reading grade estimates at face value. AND show your work when you do them! More info in thread below.

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Link: www.tandfonline.com/eprint/MGCTE...
Readability scores don't just vary due to "error", they vary due to context-specific decisions. The example text reads: "The deluge in new cases is fueling a sharp rise in #COVID19 hospitalizations. as of this morning, there were 276 virus-stricken patients in our state's hospitals. Thats a 39% increase over the past week and a 109% increase since 3/17" The hashtag is highlighted an annotated with the question, "Count as a 4-syllable word? Count at all?" The date is highlighted and annotated with the question, "Count as a 1-syllable word and 3-syllable word? Count as "March 17"? Count at all?"
November 13, 2025 at 7:28 PM
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Just posted a new research review on AI tools for health communiocation. Can ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini actually help health professionals create better patient education? My usual refrain: these tools are not the cure-alls the companies selling them want you to believe

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AI Tools for Health Materials: A Research-Based Guide for Health Professionals
Can ChatGPT write good patient education? I analyzed the research. Three key findings every health professional should know.
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November 7, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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Summary graphic for these steps to tell your public health story
Infographic titled "Tell Your Public Health Story: 6 Steps to Amplify Community Impact" from the Public Health Communications Collaborative. The six steps are: 1. Outline the Changes - Document budget, staff, and program shifts. 2. Map the Impact - Show where changes affect health services. 3. Humanize Your List - Identify people and personal stories. 4. Plan for Action - Define what you want readers to do. 5. Write Your Piece - Connect big picture to local issues. 6. Share Widely - Use media, partners, and community channels.
October 31, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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In the Public Health Communications Collaborative, we're talking about how to share our public health stories. The local effect of policy shifts and budget cuts may not be apparent to your community without someone telling the story.

Here are the tips we're learning:
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October 31, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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Communicating about vaccines can be a challenge. Public Health Communications Collaborative has developed a library of vaccine resources so you don’t have to go it alone, such as the flyer below.

You can find more resources here: publichealthcollaborative.org/communicatio...
Flyer with two cartoon faces of young children: Your Quick Guide to the Flu Vaccine for Kids Who? Everyone ages 6 months and older. When? Between September and October, before the flu season starts. Why? Flu vaccines prevent flu infection, reduce the severity and duration of flu symptoms and illness, and save lives. Where? The flu vaccine is available at pharmacies, health clinics, and from healthcare providers. Some kids are also eligible for FluMist, an at-home nasal spray flu vaccine. If you're interested in this vaccination option for your child, you should talk to a healthcare provider about it.
October 7, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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In case any of these are helpful for folks job hunting in the health space,
Reposting for feeds:
#episky #phdsky #publichealth #academicsky
samuelanimates.bsky.social Dr Samuel Animates @samuelanimates.bsky.social · Sep 9
Updated thread with US/Canada job postings in Public Health that might be relevant for folks with research backgrounds

First, an actively updated spreadsheet from the folks at Public Health Hiring Help: docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

150+ additions in September

#medsky #publichealth #AcademicSky
2025 PH Postings
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September 9, 2025 at 8:43 PM
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Reposting for the #publichealth feed
siphidaho.bsky.social siphidaho.bsky.social @siphidaho.bsky.social · Aug 25
We’re hiring a Public Health Preparedness Program Manager to help us plan for and respond to emergencies. Full-time with a hybrid option and strong benefits. Apply by on Indeed. https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Southeastern-Idaho-Public-Health-1
Close-up of hands performing CPR on a manikin for first aid training.
September 9, 2025 at 8:26 PM
samuelanimates.bsky.social
Updated thread with US/Canada job postings in Public Health that might be relevant for folks with research backgrounds

First, an actively updated spreadsheet from the folks at Public Health Hiring Help: docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

150+ additions in September

#medsky #publichealth #AcademicSky
2025 PH Postings
docs.google.com
September 9, 2025 at 8:21 PM
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👋 I am excited to announce that I am part of a new cohort of Public Health Communications Collaborative Ambassadors this fall. Follow along as I share new, timely resources for #PublicHealth professionals as a #PHCCAmbassador

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I'm a Public Health Communications Collaborative Ambassador. Follow along as I share new, timely resources for #PublicHealth professionals Line-drawing self-portrait: person with long dark hair and glasses, with colorful layered clothes. Public Heath Communications Collaborative graphic, with #PHCCAmbassador as the heading
July 15, 2025 at 8:34 PM
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In my latest newsletter, I break down 3 practical options for public health professionals who want to experiment with generative AI but have privacy and environmental concerns.

Good news: you have options. Thread below. Read more here:
www.linkedin.com/pulse/privat...

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3 Private AI Tools for Health Professionals
Run AI locally with GPT4All, chat privately with DuckDuckGo, or analyze content with SHeLL Editor. Three tools for health professionals.
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July 2, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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Is AI Overhyped in Health Communication?

My latest newsletter issue highlights how data quality puts practical limits on the promises of AI.

Evidence, not industry hype, should drive our tech choices. Sometimes that means AI. Sometimes it means a simple keyword list.

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3 Data Quality Problems That Deflate AI Hype in Health Communication
Real research reveals why AI isn't always the answer for health communication. Learn how data redundancy, unclear standards, and simple tools challenge AI hype
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June 11, 2025 at 4:57 PM