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The Task Force for Global Health is a nonprofit protecting and promoting health for all so that people can achieve their full potential. For more information, visit www.taskforce.org.
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#ICYMI: January Dispatches newsletter dropped! The Task Force shares special tributes honoring the legacies of Dr. Foege, Dr. Hinman & Dr. Dowdle - trailblazers in global public health. You can also learn about how we're powering the fight to end NTDs. Check out these & more at the link in our bio.
In an Ebola outbreak, every hour counts. Working with local labs and partners, the CDC responded quickly. By deploying experts, using digital tools and reinforcing airport screening, the recent outbreak was stopped in just 3 months. Read more about the essential role of the CDC: bit.ly/3Oo2TfK
Another Battle Won Against Ebola
CDC helped the Democratic Republic of the Congo contain its 16th Ebola outbreak, saving lives.
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February 10, 2026 at 4:00 PM
In an Ebola outbreak, every hour counts. Working with local labs and partners, the CDC responded quickly. By deploying experts, using digital tools and reinforcing airport screening, the recent outbreak was stopped in just 3 months. Read more about the essential role of the CDC: bit.ly/3Oo2TfK
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We encourage you to read this compelling The New York Times story. It explores the road ahead for NTD elimination efforts following global shifts, and the innovative ways that countries are integrating treatment campaigns to continue driving the work forward.
This powerful @nytimes.com story by @stephanienolen.bsky.social features @taskforce.bsky.social
Director Dr. Pat Lammie's perspective on the future of NTD elimination. Read why partnerships and sustained investment are critical to preserving the gains we've made. #beatNTDs nyti.ms/4tvF4TE
Director Dr. Pat Lammie's perspective on the future of NTD elimination. Read why partnerships and sustained investment are critical to preserving the gains we've made. #beatNTDs nyti.ms/4tvF4TE
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February 6, 2026 at 2:03 PM
We encourage you to read this compelling The New York Times story. It explores the road ahead for NTD elimination efforts following global shifts, and the innovative ways that countries are integrating treatment campaigns to continue driving the work forward.
When the DRC announced its 16th Ebola outbreak, the CDC jumped into action. The result? The outbreak was declared over in 3 months, w/ 0 cases reaching the US. We believe investing in the CDC is one of the most cost-effective ways to save lives and enhance global security. 🔗bit.ly/46vLw2R
Protecting Health Workers and Communities from Ebola
CDC's support during an Ebola outbreak helped protect local populations and Americans.
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February 5, 2026 at 3:00 PM
When the DRC announced its 16th Ebola outbreak, the CDC jumped into action. The result? The outbreak was declared over in 3 months, w/ 0 cases reaching the US. We believe investing in the CDC is one of the most cost-effective ways to save lives and enhance global security. 🔗bit.ly/46vLw2R
This powerful @nytimes.com story by @stephanienolen.bsky.social features @taskforce.bsky.social
Director Dr. Pat Lammie's perspective on the future of NTD elimination. Read why partnerships and sustained investment are critical to preserving the gains we've made. #beatNTDs nyti.ms/4tvF4TE
Director Dr. Pat Lammie's perspective on the future of NTD elimination. Read why partnerships and sustained investment are critical to preserving the gains we've made. #beatNTDs nyti.ms/4tvF4TE
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February 3, 2026 at 9:05 PM
This powerful @nytimes.com story by @stephanienolen.bsky.social features @taskforce.bsky.social
Director Dr. Pat Lammie's perspective on the future of NTD elimination. Read why partnerships and sustained investment are critical to preserving the gains we've made. #beatNTDs nyti.ms/4tvF4TE
Director Dr. Pat Lammie's perspective on the future of NTD elimination. Read why partnerships and sustained investment are critical to preserving the gains we've made. #beatNTDs nyti.ms/4tvF4TE
Becoming Better Ancestors, a learning series featuring our founder Dr. William Foege, shared a moving tribute in his honor. Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6d5... #BillFoege #BecomingBetterAncestors #9Lessons #GlobalHealth
Being a Good Ancestor: The Legacy of Dr. Bill Foege (1936–2026)
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February 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Becoming Better Ancestors, a learning series featuring our founder Dr. William Foege, shared a moving tribute in his honor. Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6d5... #BillFoege #BecomingBetterAncestors #9Lessons #GlobalHealth
#ICYMI: January Dispatches newsletter dropped! The Task Force shares special tributes honoring the legacies of Dr. Foege, Dr. Hinman & Dr. Dowdle - trailblazers in global public health. You can also learn about how we're powering the fight to end NTDs. Check out these & more at the link in our bio.
January 30, 2026 at 9:26 PM
#ICYMI: January Dispatches newsletter dropped! The Task Force shares special tributes honoring the legacies of Dr. Foege, Dr. Hinman & Dr. Dowdle - trailblazers in global public health. You can also learn about how we're powering the fight to end NTDs. Check out these & more at the link in our bio.
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Africa CDC launched a Central Data Repository to unify public health data & strengthen early detection, forecasting & coordinated response to health risks. Sponsored by the Global Fund, PHII of @taskforce.bsky.social led core technical work to establish a secure platform. buff.ly/nDMc4Vd 🛟 🧪
January 30, 2026 at 4:19 PM
Africa CDC launched a Central Data Repository to unify public health data & strengthen early detection, forecasting & coordinated response to health risks. Sponsored by the Global Fund, PHII of @taskforce.bsky.social led core technical work to establish a secure platform. buff.ly/nDMc4Vd 🛟 🧪
As we mark World NTD Day (Jan 30), The Task Force celebrates progress – more than 50 countries have eliminated an NTD - and looks toward finishing the job with our partners: bit.ly/4qTv19d
#WorldNTDDay #beatNTDsO
#WorldNTDDay #beatNTDsO
January 30, 2026 at 4:48 PM
As we mark World NTD Day (Jan 30), The Task Force celebrates progress – more than 50 countries have eliminated an NTD - and looks toward finishing the job with our partners: bit.ly/4qTv19d
#WorldNTDDay #beatNTDsO
#WorldNTDDay #beatNTDsO
Disinformation spreads fast, but facts are powerful. By sharing credible, science-based information, we can help strengthen trust in vaccines worldwide. Learn more: www.voicesforvaccines.org/science/disi...
January 29, 2026 at 5:42 PM
Disinformation spreads fast, but facts are powerful. By sharing credible, science-based information, we can help strengthen trust in vaccines worldwide. Learn more: www.voicesforvaccines.org/science/disi...
@taskforce.bsky.social mourns the loss of our friend, colleague, mentor and vaccine visionary, Dr. Alan Hinman, who passed away at the age of 88 on January 26. He spent more than 50 years working in public health, devoting his career to a vision of a world without vaccine-preventable diseases.
January 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM
@taskforce.bsky.social mourns the loss of our friend, colleague, mentor and vaccine visionary, Dr. Alan Hinman, who passed away at the age of 88 on January 26. He spent more than 50 years working in public health, devoting his career to a vision of a world without vaccine-preventable diseases.
Yesterday, the world lost one of the greatest and most impactful public health leaders Task Force Founder Dr. William H. (Bill) Foege, who died in Atlanta at the age of 89. Learn about Dr. Foege’s life and legacy: www.taskforce.org/bill-foege-t...
Bill Foege Tribute - The Task Force for Global Health
A TRIBUTE TO DR. WILLIAM H. FOEGE 1936-2026 “Public health might be the greatest measure of kindness, the greatest measure of how to treat each other.” Dr. William H. Foege Task Force for Global Health mourns death and celebrates legacy of Task Force Co-Founder and former CDC Director Dr. William H. Foege The Task Force […]
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January 25, 2026 at 2:22 PM
Yesterday, the world lost one of the greatest and most impactful public health leaders Task Force Founder Dr. William H. (Bill) Foege, who died in Atlanta at the age of 89. Learn about Dr. Foege’s life and legacy: www.taskforce.org/bill-foege-t...
We always look forward to spending time with our dedicated epidemiologists at @taskforce.bsky.social's Polio Surge Capacity Support Program who are working tirelessly with partners on the frontlines of polio eradication efforts! Together, with support from the CDC and GPEI, we can #endpolio!
January 23, 2026 at 3:21 PM
We always look forward to spending time with our dedicated epidemiologists at @taskforce.bsky.social's Polio Surge Capacity Support Program who are working tirelessly with partners on the frontlines of polio eradication efforts! Together, with support from the CDC and GPEI, we can #endpolio!
Today we join the NTD Roundtable to celebrate the recent elimination of #NTDs in Laos, Niger, Vietnam and Senegal. American leadership in ending NTDs has helped ensure health security both at home & abroad. Learn why investments to fight NTDs are so critical: www.usntdroundtable.org.
January 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Today we join the NTD Roundtable to celebrate the recent elimination of #NTDs in Laos, Niger, Vietnam and Senegal. American leadership in ending NTDs has helped ensure health security both at home & abroad. Learn why investments to fight NTDs are so critical: www.usntdroundtable.org.
We are thrilled to highlight this groundbreaking work by the @phinformatics.bsky.social, a program of @taskforce.bsky.social!
PHII helped create a solution using generative AI to classify pediatric audiology reports with Cal Poly’s DxHub, powered by AWS, and support from Mass Eye & Ear, Boston Children’s Hospital & the Massachusetts Universal Newborn Hearing Screening (UNHS) Program. lnkd.in/eb9CWBwi 🛟 🧪
January 12, 2026 at 3:34 PM
We are thrilled to highlight this groundbreaking work by the @phinformatics.bsky.social, a program of @taskforce.bsky.social!
You can still make a difference! Join @taskforce.bsky.social as we strengthen the systems that keep us all safe. From delivering life-saving vaccines to ensuring every community is prepared for the next pandemic, your support builds a more resilient world. Support our mission here: bit.ly/48U9FSk
January 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM
You can still make a difference! Join @taskforce.bsky.social as we strengthen the systems that keep us all safe. From delivering life-saving vaccines to ensuring every community is prepared for the next pandemic, your support builds a more resilient world. Support our mission here: bit.ly/48U9FSk
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PHII Director Vivian Singletary shares her reflections on the past year and looks forward to what 2026 holds. Read her latest blog: 🛟 🧪
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December 19, 2025 at 5:12 PM
PHII Director Vivian Singletary shares her reflections on the past year and looks forward to what 2026 holds. Read her latest blog: 🛟 🧪
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You should know that RSV is a common and burdensome threat to kid’s health. You should also know we have immunizations for it.
January 6, 2026 at 5:55 PM
You should know that RSV is a common and burdensome threat to kid’s health. You should also know we have immunizations for it.
The clock is ticking on your year-end giving! Your gift prevents backsliding and saves lives, decreasing suffering and child mortality worldwide. We partner in nearly 140 countries to deliver vaccines, eliminate disease, and strengthen health systems. Make your year-end gift: bit.ly/48U9FSk
December 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The clock is ticking on your year-end giving! Your gift prevents backsliding and saves lives, decreasing suffering and child mortality worldwide. We partner in nearly 140 countries to deliver vaccines, eliminate disease, and strengthen health systems. Make your year-end gift: bit.ly/48U9FSk
Our December Dispatch is live! Global health is more than statistics—it's the story of preventing suffering and building stronger health systems. From smallpox eradication to eliminating NTDs, celebrate the progress made possible by supporters like you.
Explore our Best Reads of 2025: bit.ly/4oZtfRV
Explore our Best Reads of 2025: bit.ly/4oZtfRV
December 19, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Our December Dispatch is live! Global health is more than statistics—it's the story of preventing suffering and building stronger health systems. From smallpox eradication to eliminating NTDs, celebrate the progress made possible by supporters like you.
Explore our Best Reads of 2025: bit.ly/4oZtfRV
Explore our Best Reads of 2025: bit.ly/4oZtfRV
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I've had the good fortune of spending 2025 on sabbatical at the @taskforce.bsky.social supporting ethics and co-design in global health. It was a tumultuous year for our field, and I'm grateful to have spent it with this crew!
Here's a bit of what we did
Here's a bit of what we did
FACE-ing 2025
Written by Rachel Hall-Clifford December 2025 It’s hard to know what to say about 2025. We’ve seen a tidal wave of defunding sweep through global health, causing devastation to programs and people tha...
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December 17, 2025 at 2:13 PM
I've had the good fortune of spending 2025 on sabbatical at the @taskforce.bsky.social supporting ethics and co-design in global health. It was a tumultuous year for our field, and I'm grateful to have spent it with this crew!
Here's a bit of what we did
Here's a bit of what we did
We are thrilled that @forbes.com has named us one of America's Top 100 Charities! Our rating of 100% for fundraising efficiency reflects our commitment to those we serve and those who support our work. In this challenging time for global health, we are honored to be recognized as a great investment.
America’s Top 100 Charities: A Year Of Pain After Trump Cuts
America’s Top 100 Charities: A Year Of Pain After Trump Cuts
Save The Children Federation and International Rescue Committee are among the Forbes 2025 Top 100 Charities scrambling to make up for budget shortfalls.
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December 16, 2025 at 6:59 PM
We are thrilled that @forbes.com has named us one of America's Top 100 Charities! Our rating of 100% for fundraising efficiency reflects our commitment to those we serve and those who support our work. In this challenging time for global health, we are honored to be recognized as a great investment.
Your donation to @taskforce.bsky.social strengthens disease detection processes worldwide, ensuring global pandemic preparedness. Your support empowers experts like Dr. Alphonse Acho, who is helping communities detect outbreaks and track diseases BEFORE they spread globally.🔗bit.ly/4iLx0Jy
December 16, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Your donation to @taskforce.bsky.social strengthens disease detection processes worldwide, ensuring global pandemic preparedness. Your support empowers experts like Dr. Alphonse Acho, who is helping communities detect outbreaks and track diseases BEFORE they spread globally.🔗bit.ly/4iLx0Jy
@taskforce.bsky.social shares the Hepatitis B Birth Dose Communications Library from the Coalition for Global Hepatitis Elimination (CGHE).
This resource (posters, flyers, videos) was created with African partners to promote the vital Hepatitis B birth dose vaccine.
See the materials: bit.ly/48SC4Hb
This resource (posters, flyers, videos) was created with African partners to promote the vital Hepatitis B birth dose vaccine.
See the materials: bit.ly/48SC4Hb
December 15, 2025 at 2:15 PM
@taskforce.bsky.social shares the Hepatitis B Birth Dose Communications Library from the Coalition for Global Hepatitis Elimination (CGHE).
This resource (posters, flyers, videos) was created with African partners to promote the vital Hepatitis B birth dose vaccine.
See the materials: bit.ly/48SC4Hb
This resource (posters, flyers, videos) was created with African partners to promote the vital Hepatitis B birth dose vaccine.
See the materials: bit.ly/48SC4Hb
An initiative called Strengthening Outbreak Notification and Response (SONAR) equips 14 countries with national-led disease surveillance and rapid response systems to promote long-term global health security. Learn how SONAR prepares countries to safeguard their communities. ▶️ bit.ly/48hewf3
Investment in Global Health Security in Africa and Beyond - The Task Force for Global Health
When communities are equipped with strong disease warning systems and people trained to use them, they are able to respond more quickly to threats, limiting the spread of disease. An initiative based primarily in Africa has verified nearly 73,000 threats in the last three years, half of which were flagged within 24 hours. The program […]
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December 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM
An initiative called Strengthening Outbreak Notification and Response (SONAR) equips 14 countries with national-led disease surveillance and rapid response systems to promote long-term global health security. Learn how SONAR prepares countries to safeguard their communities. ▶️ bit.ly/48hewf3
People like Karen Lollis, who lost her immunity after a life-saving transplant, depend on all of us to be vaccinated. We are working in nearly 140 countries to deliver vaccines and strengthen health systems, protecting those who need it most. Help keep Karen and others safe. Donate: bit.ly/4iLx0Jy
December 9, 2025 at 4:00 PM
People like Karen Lollis, who lost her immunity after a life-saving transplant, depend on all of us to be vaccinated. We are working in nearly 140 countries to deliver vaccines and strengthen health systems, protecting those who need it most. Help keep Karen and others safe. Donate: bit.ly/4iLx0Jy