Kirsten Burkhart
@kirstenburkhart.bsky.social
Non-profit Director. Animal lover. Aunt to the best nieces and nephews in the world.
Accountability isn’t optional. It’s essential.
The Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid recognizes our commitment to sharing accurate, up-to-date information about our mission, finances, and impact.
The Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid recognizes our commitment to sharing accurate, up-to-date information about our mission, finances, and impact.
February 6, 2026 at 3:27 PM
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The crush of new grant cancellations hasn't let up.
If your grant was terminated (or your app was pulled) please use this Google Form👇 to submit details for tracking purposes.
Multiple advocacy efforts are moving forward, but we must must must know more about what grants were cancelled and why.
If your grant was terminated (or your app was pulled) please use this Google Form👇 to submit details for tracking purposes.
Multiple advocacy efforts are moving forward, but we must must must know more about what grants were cancelled and why.
Cancelled NIH grant information submission form
Please use this form to submit information identifying specific NIH grants that have been cancelled for any reason after January 20, 2025.
Data from this form will be used to update the Rescinded NIH...
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March 21, 2025 at 3:32 AM
The crush of new grant cancellations hasn't let up.
If your grant was terminated (or your app was pulled) please use this Google Form👇 to submit details for tracking purposes.
Multiple advocacy efforts are moving forward, but we must must must know more about what grants were cancelled and why.
If your grant was terminated (or your app was pulled) please use this Google Form👇 to submit details for tracking purposes.
Multiple advocacy efforts are moving forward, but we must must must know more about what grants were cancelled and why.
Reposted by Kirsten Burkhart
HIV spreads through contact with certain bodily fluids from someone with a detectable viral load. Without treatment, it can weaken the immune system and lead to AIDS. Let’s be clear: there is no scientific evidence that poppers cause AIDS. Misinformation harms—facts matter.
March 18, 2025 at 6:15 PM
HIV spreads through contact with certain bodily fluids from someone with a detectable viral load. Without treatment, it can weaken the immune system and lead to AIDS. Let’s be clear: there is no scientific evidence that poppers cause AIDS. Misinformation harms—facts matter.
Reposted by Kirsten Burkhart
Getting older with HIV brings new challenges—that’s why we launched Advanced Care. Designed for clients 50+, it addresses age-related health and social issues to improve daily life and outcomes. Care should grow with the community, and we're making sure it does.
March 4, 2025 at 6:22 PM
Getting older with HIV brings new challenges—that’s why we launched Advanced Care. Designed for clients 50+, it addresses age-related health and social issues to improve daily life and outcomes. Care should grow with the community, and we're making sure it does.
Reposted by Kirsten Burkhart
This is the most relevant article to NIH and research cuts I’ve seen.
Imagine if this was today , how many people would be saying “Why are we studying Gila Monsters and their impact on diabetes ? That’s wasted money !”
globalnews.ca/news/9793403...
Imagine if this was today , how many people would be saying “Why are we studying Gila Monsters and their impact on diabetes ? That’s wasted money !”
globalnews.ca/news/9793403...
How a Canadian scientist and a venomous lizard helped pave the way for Ozempic - National | Globalnews.ca
In 1984, Dr. Daniel Drucker, an endocrinologist from the University of Toronto, discovered a hormone that helped pave the way for popular diabetes drugs such as Ozempic.
globalnews.ca
February 9, 2025 at 9:58 PM
This is the most relevant article to NIH and research cuts I’ve seen.
Imagine if this was today , how many people would be saying “Why are we studying Gila Monsters and their impact on diabetes ? That’s wasted money !”
globalnews.ca/news/9793403...
Imagine if this was today , how many people would be saying “Why are we studying Gila Monsters and their impact on diabetes ? That’s wasted money !”
globalnews.ca/news/9793403...
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Elon Musk reportedly spent $40M on #Superbowl ads calling #USAID wasteful. Here's how we would've spent that $$:
Shipped the 29K metric tons of American food on American ships instead of letting it rot in a Texas warehouse. Tell Congress to #saveforeignaid and #standwithUSAID.
Shipped the 29K metric tons of American food on American ships instead of letting it rot in a Texas warehouse. Tell Congress to #saveforeignaid and #standwithUSAID.
February 9, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Elon Musk reportedly spent $40M on #Superbowl ads calling #USAID wasteful. Here's how we would've spent that $$:
Shipped the 29K metric tons of American food on American ships instead of letting it rot in a Texas warehouse. Tell Congress to #saveforeignaid and #standwithUSAID.
Shipped the 29K metric tons of American food on American ships instead of letting it rot in a Texas warehouse. Tell Congress to #saveforeignaid and #standwithUSAID.
Reposted by Kirsten Burkhart
The LGBTQIA2S+ community isn’t just individuals—it’s parents, siblings, grandparents, coworkers, and friends. When DEI initiatives are challenged, it’s not just policies at risk—it’s people. It’s all of us.
February 3, 2025 at 3:59 PM
The LGBTQIA2S+ community isn’t just individuals—it’s parents, siblings, grandparents, coworkers, and friends. When DEI initiatives are challenged, it’s not just policies at risk—it’s people. It’s all of us.
@defendpublichealth.bsky.social The section on "Impact on Racial & Ethnic Minorities" is gone from HIV.gov.
February 1, 2025 at 12:54 AM
@defendpublichealth.bsky.social The section on "Impact on Racial & Ethnic Minorities" is gone from HIV.gov.
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Vital info may be disappearing from official sites, but support isn’t. We’ve gathered trusted national and PA resources to help you access the care and info you need. Check them out below. You’re not alone—help is here.
January 31, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Vital info may be disappearing from official sites, but support isn’t. We’ve gathered trusted national and PA resources to help you access the care and info you need. Check them out below. You’re not alone—help is here.
Reposted by Kirsten Burkhart
The removal of #HIV- and #LGBTQ-related resources from the websites of CDC and other health agencies is deeply concerning.
Access to this information is crucial for ID and HIV health care professionals.
Our full statement: https://buff.ly/42AO8LI
Access to this information is crucial for ID and HIV health care professionals.
Our full statement: https://buff.ly/42AO8LI
January 31, 2025 at 10:27 PM
The removal of #HIV- and #LGBTQ-related resources from the websites of CDC and other health agencies is deeply concerning.
Access to this information is crucial for ID and HIV health care professionals.
Our full statement: https://buff.ly/42AO8LI
Access to this information is crucial for ID and HIV health care professionals.
Our full statement: https://buff.ly/42AO8LI
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CDC contraceptive guide for medical doctors is gone.
January 31, 2025 at 11:38 PM
CDC contraceptive guide for medical doctors is gone.
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We believe in decency, kindness, and equity. Love is love. Gender is a social construct. Science saves lives. Reproductive rights are human rights. Democracy is not a given—it requires action. We stand for a future where everyone has the freedom, care, and respect they deserve.
January 30, 2025 at 3:35 PM
We believe in decency, kindness, and equity. Love is love. Gender is a social construct. Science saves lives. Reproductive rights are human rights. Democracy is not a given—it requires action. We stand for a future where everyone has the freedom, care, and respect they deserve.
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We’re breaking down barriers to reproductive health. PA residents can get free condoms, menstrual products, pregnancy tests, OTC contraception, and emergency contraception—no association needed. Stop by our Williamsport or State College offices. Everyone deserves access, and we’re making it happen.
January 29, 2025 at 2:49 PM
We’re breaking down barriers to reproductive health. PA residents can get free condoms, menstrual products, pregnancy tests, OTC contraception, and emergency contraception—no association needed. Stop by our Williamsport or State College offices. Everyone deserves access, and we’re making it happen.
Reposted by Kirsten Burkhart
Defend Public Health is speaking out about the attacks on science by the Trump administration.
“This is just vengeance, as far as I'm concerned," said @jimalwine.bsky.social.
www.axios.com/2025/01/27/t...
“This is just vengeance, as far as I'm concerned," said @jimalwine.bsky.social.
www.axios.com/2025/01/27/t...
Trump's early actions on health agencies roil medical researchers
Researchers are mobilizing for a fight over the politicization of science that stems from — and could rival — the clashes over the COVID-19 response.
www.axios.com
January 27, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Defend Public Health is speaking out about the attacks on science by the Trump administration.
“This is just vengeance, as far as I'm concerned," said @jimalwine.bsky.social.
www.axios.com/2025/01/27/t...
“This is just vengeance, as far as I'm concerned," said @jimalwine.bsky.social.
www.axios.com/2025/01/27/t...
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Times may be uncertain, but you're not alone. We're here for you, and many resources are ready to help.
January 24, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Times may be uncertain, but you're not alone. We're here for you, and many resources are ready to help.
We’re moving forward, not back. We will always recognize and respect all gender identities and stand in support of the LGBTQIA2S+ community. You are seen, valued, and celebrated.
January 23, 2025 at 4:17 PM
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We’re here to connect with those passionate about health equity and community care. Expect discussions on breaking barriers to care, social determinants of health, and updates on services, outreach programs, and care for individuals living with HIV and the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
January 21, 2025 at 7:56 PM
We’re here to connect with those passionate about health equity and community care. Expect discussions on breaking barriers to care, social determinants of health, and updates on services, outreach programs, and care for individuals living with HIV and the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
