Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH
@andreagarciawan.bsky.social
Promoting science and the betterment of public health for all people in all communities.
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West Nile virus cases are up in the U.S., with more severe cases and deaths than expected. Join the AMA and CDC for a clinician call to learn about the latest epidemiology, diagnosis, and guidance for high-risk patients. Register now and submit your questions ➡️ spr.ly/63324ACILk
October 23, 2025 at 8:21 PM
West Nile virus cases are up in the U.S., with more severe cases and deaths than expected. Join the AMA and CDC for a clinician call to learn about the latest epidemiology, diagnosis, and guidance for high-risk patients. Register now and submit your questions ➡️ spr.ly/63324ACILk
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ACOG recently led a coalition of national medical organizations in filing an amicus brief in support of the plaintiffs in the case of American Academy of Pediatrics vs. RFK Jr. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4njzuzu
October 16, 2025 at 3:15 PM
ACOG recently led a coalition of national medical organizations in filing an amicus brief in support of the plaintiffs in the case of American Academy of Pediatrics vs. RFK Jr. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4njzuzu
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For decades, our medical experts have provided ACIP unbiased, evidence-based input on vaccine safety & effectiveness. Excluding physicians from this process is dangerous & erodes trust in vaccines. We urge the Administration to reconsider. Patients deserve better. spr.ly/63320fkIQs
Statement from ACIP Medical Association Liaisons on ouster from vaccine review
Deeply disappointed and alarmed by medical association liaisons being barred from reviewing evidence, informing vaccine recommendations to help ensure safety of U.S. vaccine program.
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August 1, 2025 at 7:56 PM
For decades, our medical experts have provided ACIP unbiased, evidence-based input on vaccine safety & effectiveness. Excluding physicians from this process is dangerous & erodes trust in vaccines. We urge the Administration to reconsider. Patients deserve better. spr.ly/63320fkIQs
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Vaccines save lives. And in times like these, clear, evidence-based guidance matters more than ever. #OurAMA joins 79 medical societies to reaffirm that vaccines for flu, COVID-19 & RSV are vital to preventing serious illness. http://spr.ly/633214e6w3 #VaccinesWork
AMA, 79 medical societies back vaccination against respiratory viruses
Together, reaffirm support for vaccination to protect against flu, COVID-19, and RSV and call for vaccines to remain available to patients without cost sharing.
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June 25, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Vaccines save lives. And in times like these, clear, evidence-based guidance matters more than ever. #OurAMA joins 79 medical societies to reaffirm that vaccines for flu, COVID-19 & RSV are vital to preventing serious illness. http://spr.ly/633214e6w3 #VaccinesWork
Reposted by Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH
Measles update as of May 25:
📍 Mexico: Three children have died this month.
📍 Canada: Ontario now reports more cases than the entire U.S. Alberta’s case count continues to climb rapidly.
📍 North Dakota: Grand Forks County has confirmed its first cases (2), linked to international travel.
📍 Mexico: Three children have died this month.
📍 Canada: Ontario now reports more cases than the entire U.S. Alberta’s case count continues to climb rapidly.
📍 North Dakota: Grand Forks County has confirmed its first cases (2), linked to international travel.
YSPH VMOC Special Report - Measles Outbreak Southwest US 5-25-2025.pptx
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May 28, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Measles update as of May 25:
📍 Mexico: Three children have died this month.
📍 Canada: Ontario now reports more cases than the entire U.S. Alberta’s case count continues to climb rapidly.
📍 North Dakota: Grand Forks County has confirmed its first cases (2), linked to international travel.
📍 Mexico: Three children have died this month.
📍 Canada: Ontario now reports more cases than the entire U.S. Alberta’s case count continues to climb rapidly.
📍 North Dakota: Grand Forks County has confirmed its first cases (2), linked to international travel.
Reposted by Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH
Update on the Texas Measles outbreak: Cases doubled this week, with 48 known infections now, most in patients are under the age of 17. All of the cases are believed to have occurred in unvaccinated individuals, with 13 people hospitalized
www.dshs.texas.gov/news-alerts/...
www.dshs.texas.gov/news-alerts/...
February 14, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Update on the Texas Measles outbreak: Cases doubled this week, with 48 known infections now, most in patients are under the age of 17. All of the cases are believed to have occurred in unvaccinated individuals, with 13 people hospitalized
www.dshs.texas.gov/news-alerts/...
www.dshs.texas.gov/news-alerts/...
Reposted by Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH
Doing the unthinkable: The deep cuts to the #CDC's workforce today are expected to decimate the Epidemic Intelligence Service, a program that has trained public health rapid responders for decades.
Envy of the world. Poof!
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Envy of the world. Poof!
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CDC cuts expected to devastate Epidemic Intelligence Service, a ‘crown jewel’ of public health
Members of the CDC's Epidemic Intelligence Service were warned Friday that many of them were about to be fired
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February 14, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Doing the unthinkable: The deep cuts to the #CDC's workforce today are expected to decimate the Epidemic Intelligence Service, a program that has trained public health rapid responders for decades.
Envy of the world. Poof!
www.statnews.com/2025/02/14/t...
Envy of the world. Poof!
www.statnews.com/2025/02/14/t...
Reposted by Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH
The critical issue of firearm safety and the role physicians and hospitals can play. #MedSky
Firearm injury prevention strategies in medicine and how physicians can play a role in gun safety
YouTube video by American Medical Association (AMA)
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February 12, 2025 at 12:10 AM
The critical issue of firearm safety and the role physicians and hospitals can play. #MedSky
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We’re thrilled to partner with @jpidsociety.bsky.social on "Healthcare Sustainability Through the Infectious Diseases Lens", an article series that explores practical strategies for reducing the environmental impact of healthcare practices.
See the Collection ⬇️
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See the Collection ⬇️
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Healthcare Sustainability Through the Infectious Diseases Lens
This series highlights the interconnectedness of infectious diseases, climate change, and sustainability. As one of the most pressing issues of our time, the unprecedented collaboration between JPIDS and OFID serves to engage a wide readership with this crucial content.
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February 7, 2025 at 10:11 PM
We’re thrilled to partner with @jpidsociety.bsky.social on "Healthcare Sustainability Through the Infectious Diseases Lens", an article series that explores practical strategies for reducing the environmental impact of healthcare practices.
See the Collection ⬇️
https://buff.ly/40NXQbg
See the Collection ⬇️
https://buff.ly/40NXQbg
Reposted by Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH
The USDA said four Nevada dairy herds were infected with an H5N1 bird flu strain which has circulated in wild birds, making prospects for containment in cows appear dim.
USDA milk testing shows different strain of H5N1 bird flu in Nevada dairy herds
The USDA said four Nevada dairy herds were infected with an H5N1 bird flu strain that has circulated in wild birds, making prospects for containment in cows appear dim.
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February 5, 2025 at 8:02 PM
The USDA said four Nevada dairy herds were infected with an H5N1 bird flu strain which has circulated in wild birds, making prospects for containment in cows appear dim.