SM Fisher
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Short social media videos 📱linked to shorter attention spans and more stress 😖, meta analysis of 71 studies with 98,299 participants finds.
It is not social media - it’s what you do on it that matters.
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It is not social media - it’s what you do on it that matters.
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Feeds, feelings, and focus: A systematic review and meta-analysis examining the cognitive and mental health correlates of short-form video use - PubMed
The resurgence of short-form videos (SFVs), popularized by TikTok and Douyin, has transformed social media platforms, with features like Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts fostering their widespread adoption. Although initially geared toward entertainment, SFVs are increasingly used in education, po …
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November 16, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Short social media videos 📱linked to shorter attention spans and more stress 😖, meta analysis of 71 studies with 98,299 participants finds.
It is not social media - it’s what you do on it that matters.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41231585/?ut...
It is not social media - it’s what you do on it that matters.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41231585/?ut...
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Additional 8 #measles incidences reported in South #Carolina ...
| #virus | #pathogen | #publichealth | #SouthCarolina | Via wyff4 .com
| #virus | #pathogen | #publichealth | #SouthCarolina | Via wyff4 .com
Upstate measles outbreak grows to 43 cases
There are currently 13 people in quarantine and one in isolation.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Additional 8 #measles incidences reported in South #Carolina ...
| #virus | #pathogen | #publichealth | #SouthCarolina | Via wyff4 .com
| #virus | #pathogen | #publichealth | #SouthCarolina | Via wyff4 .com
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Warnings rise for U.S. as a severe flu strain causes outbreaks. A flu strain that emerged over the summer is causing unprecedented outbreaks in Japan, as well as in Canada and the U.K. The CDC hasn't provided insights on flu in the U.S. in nearly 2 months.
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Warnings rise for U.S. as severe flu strain causes outbreaks in Canada, U.K.
A flu strain that emerged over the summer is causing "unprecedented" outbreaks in Japan, as well as in Canada and the U.K. The CDC hasn't provided insights on flu in the U.S. in nearly two months.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:19 AM
Warnings rise for U.S. as a severe flu strain causes outbreaks. A flu strain that emerged over the summer is causing unprecedented outbreaks in Japan, as well as in Canada and the U.K. The CDC hasn't provided insights on flu in the U.S. in nearly 2 months.
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More than 3,500 cases of pertussis, or whooping cough, have been reported in Texas so far this year, according to state figures, roughly four times the number as last year and the highest since 2013.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:22 AM
More than 3,500 cases of pertussis, or whooping cough, have been reported in Texas so far this year, according to state figures, roughly four times the number as last year and the highest since 2013.
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A new study provides evidence of a biological mechanism for how Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) may trigger lupus.
EBV seems to reprogram B-cells at the beginning of a cascade that ultimately results in autoimmunity.
The authors mention that EBV is a cause of MS, and may be related to LongCOVID.
EBV seems to reprogram B-cells at the beginning of a cascade that ultimately results in autoimmunity.
The authors mention that EBV is a cause of MS, and may be related to LongCOVID.
Epstein-Barr virus reprograms autoreactive B cells as antigen-presenting cells in systemic lupus erythematosus
Epstein-Barr virus reprograms autoreactive B cells as antigen-presenting cells to promote pathogenic antinuclear T and B cell responses in lupus.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:45 AM
A new study provides evidence of a biological mechanism for how Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) may trigger lupus.
EBV seems to reprogram B-cells at the beginning of a cascade that ultimately results in autoimmunity.
The authors mention that EBV is a cause of MS, and may be related to LongCOVID.
EBV seems to reprogram B-cells at the beginning of a cascade that ultimately results in autoimmunity.
The authors mention that EBV is a cause of MS, and may be related to LongCOVID.
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Deadly #tree-killing #disease found in #Minnesota for first time ...
| #pathogen | #SuddenOakDeath | #oomycete | #Phytophthora | Via kttc .com
| #pathogen | #SuddenOakDeath | #oomycete | #Phytophthora | Via kttc .com
Deadly tree-killing disease found in Minnesota for first time
Researchers with the University of Minnesota have discovered a tree-killing pathogen in the state for the first time.
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November 13, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Deadly #tree-killing #disease found in #Minnesota for first time ...
| #pathogen | #SuddenOakDeath | #oomycete | #Phytophthora | Via kttc .com
| #pathogen | #SuddenOakDeath | #oomycete | #Phytophthora | Via kttc .com
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🍃 🧪 Clinical Trial of Plasmid DNA Delivery of Anti-COVID Antibody Shown to be Effective & Safe
In a phase 1 trial, intramuscular injection of synthetic plasmid DNA encoding monoclonal antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 was safe and well tolerated and did not elicit antidrug antibodies, according to a paper in Nature Medicine. #medsky 🧪
Safety and pharmacokinetics of SARS-CoV-2 DNA-encoded monoclonal antibodies in healthy adults: a phase 1 trial - Nature Medicine
In a phase 1 trial, intramuscular injection of synthetic plasmid DNA encoding monoclonal antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 was safe and well tolerated and did not elicit antidrug antibodies.
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November 9, 2025 at 12:05 PM
🍃 🧪 Clinical Trial of Plasmid DNA Delivery of Anti-COVID Antibody Shown to be Effective & Safe
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It is with sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Dr. James Watson, Nobel prize-winning scientist and former Director and President of CSHL. We extend our sincere condolences to his wife Liz and family during this difficult time. www.cshl.edu/in-remembran...
In remembrance of Dr. James D. Watson | Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
Jim Watson made many contributions to science, education, public service, and especially Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL). As a scientist, his and Francis Crick’s determination of the structure of...
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November 7, 2025 at 9:23 PM
It is with sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Dr. James Watson, Nobel prize-winning scientist and former Director and President of CSHL. We extend our sincere condolences to his wife Liz and family during this difficult time. www.cshl.edu/in-remembran...
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If a government tells you that you can’t call it authoritarian, it’s authoritarian.
September 25, 2025 at 5:22 PM
If a government tells you that you can’t call it authoritarian, it’s authoritarian.
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Liberal Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor on Tuesday warned that the poor quality of civics education means Americans may not know the difference between a president and a king.
Justice Sotomayor questions if Americans know the difference between presidents and kings
The liberal justice was speaking about the importance of civics education at a conference in New York.
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September 16, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Liberal Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor on Tuesday warned that the poor quality of civics education means Americans may not know the difference between a president and a king.
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Fascinating how the highest heights of the White House jumped on condemning the ICE shooting today but still has not said a word about the CDC shooting. Political violence is an emergency that our nation has to face. Silence from our leaders is complicit. #CDC #publichealth
September 25, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Fascinating how the highest heights of the White House jumped on condemning the ICE shooting today but still has not said a word about the CDC shooting. Political violence is an emergency that our nation has to face. Silence from our leaders is complicit. #CDC #publichealth
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Trump administration officials are enthused about the drug leucovorin for autism. But some experts are warning that the science to warrant that enthusiasm is far from solid.
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Trump team backs an unproven drug for autism — but does it work?
Leucovorin would be available only to a minority of autistic people, and has not been tested for safety or effectiveness in a large trial. Some researchers are worried.
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September 24, 2025 at 2:42 AM
Trump administration officials are enthused about the drug leucovorin for autism. But some experts are warning that the science to warrant that enthusiasm is far from solid.
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💉 Nasal spray COVID-19 vaccine
A new trial tested a nasal vaccine that combines two components to boost immunity against Omicron. It was safe, well tolerated, and triggered strong antibody protection in humans.
🔗 www.nature.com/articles/s41...
#SciComm #COVID19 🧪 #Vaccines
A new trial tested a nasal vaccine that combines two components to boost immunity against Omicron. It was safe, well tolerated, and triggered strong antibody protection in humans.
🔗 www.nature.com/articles/s41...
#SciComm #COVID19 🧪 #Vaccines
Intranasal vaccine combining adenovirus and trimeric subunit protein provides superior immunity against SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant - Nature Biomedical Engineering
A combination of adenovirus-vectored and subunit protein intranasal vaccine enhances immune response against SARS-CoV-2 variants in animal models and humans.
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September 24, 2025 at 4:52 AM
💉 Nasal spray COVID-19 vaccine
A new trial tested a nasal vaccine that combines two components to boost immunity against Omicron. It was safe, well tolerated, and triggered strong antibody protection in humans.
🔗 www.nature.com/articles/s41...
#SciComm #COVID19 🧪 #Vaccines
A new trial tested a nasal vaccine that combines two components to boost immunity against Omicron. It was safe, well tolerated, and triggered strong antibody protection in humans.
🔗 www.nature.com/articles/s41...
#SciComm #COVID19 🧪 #Vaccines
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“The revolutionary HIV prevention tool, injectable lenacapavir, will be available at a cost of US$40 a year in 120 low- and middle-income countries starting in 2027”
@unitaid.bsky.social CHAI Wits RHI
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“The revolutionary HIV prevention tool, injectable lenacapavir, will be available at a cost of US$40 a year in 120 low- and middle-income countries starting in 2027”
@unitaid.bsky.social CHAI Wits RHI
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Unitaid, CHAI, and Wits RHI enter into a landmark agreement with Dr. Reddy’s to make HIV prevention tool lenacapavir affordable in LMICs - Unitaid
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September 24, 2025 at 12:23 PM
We all need some good news
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“The revolutionary HIV prevention tool, injectable lenacapavir, will be available at a cost of US$40 a year in 120 low- and middle-income countries starting in 2027”
@unitaid.bsky.social CHAI Wits RHI
unitaid.org/news-blog/le...
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“The revolutionary HIV prevention tool, injectable lenacapavir, will be available at a cost of US$40 a year in 120 low- and middle-income countries starting in 2027”
@unitaid.bsky.social CHAI Wits RHI
unitaid.org/news-blog/le...
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“Notably absent is the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which physicians, pharmacists and public health experts historically used as a go-to source for vaccine information.” triblive.com/news/pennsyl...
Pa., wary of federal guidance, turns to medical groups for vaccine advice
Pennsylvanians should get vaccine advice from professional medical associations, not Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Department of Health and Human Services, state officials said Monday. The Pennsylvani...
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September 24, 2025 at 12:26 PM
“Notably absent is the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which physicians, pharmacists and public health experts historically used as a go-to source for vaccine information.” triblive.com/news/pennsyl...
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The Trump administration is so dangerous and stupid that the WHO is forced to put out a corrective statement
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WHO statement on autism-related issues
The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes that there is currently no conclusive scientific evidence confirming a possible link between autism and use of acetaminophen (also known as paracetamol) ...
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September 24, 2025 at 12:39 PM
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Researchers Uncover GPT-4-Powered MalTerminal Malware Creating Ransomware, Reverse Shell thehackernews.com/2025/09/rese... via @TheHackersNews
Researchers Uncover GPT-4-Powered MalTerminal Malware Creating Ransomware, Reverse Shell
MalTerminal, created before Nov 2023, shows earliest LLM-embedded malware, signaling new AI-driven cyber threats.
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September 20, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Researchers Uncover GPT-4-Powered MalTerminal Malware Creating Ransomware, Reverse Shell thehackernews.com/2025/09/rese... via @TheHackersNews
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162,000 doctors strong: The American College of Physicians demands RFK Jr. be removed as HHS Secretary, warning he is undermining vaccines, science, and public health.
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#BlueSky #MedSky #NewsSky #NurseSky #SciSky
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#BlueSky #MedSky #NewsSky #NurseSky #SciSky
American College of Physicians Calls for Removal of Secretary Kennedy at HHS | ACP Online
Statement attributable to:Jason M. Goldman, MD, MACPPresident, American College of Physicians
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September 20, 2025 at 12:05 AM
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First human #mosquito-borne EEE #virus #death reported in South #Carolina in more than 20 years ...
| #EasternEquineEncephalitis | #pathogen | #infection | #publichealth | Via wyff4 .com
| #EasternEquineEncephalitis | #pathogen | #infection | #publichealth | Via wyff4 .com
First human mosquito-borne EEE virus death reported in South Carolina in more than 20 years
South Carolina confirms its first death from eastern equine encephalitis in over 20 years.
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September 20, 2025 at 1:00 AM
First human #mosquito-borne EEE #virus #death reported in South #Carolina in more than 20 years ...
| #EasternEquineEncephalitis | #pathogen | #infection | #publichealth | Via wyff4 .com
| #EasternEquineEncephalitis | #pathogen | #infection | #publichealth | Via wyff4 .com
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31 of the 48 confirmed and probable cases of Ebola have died since the outbreak began in central Democratic Republic of Congo early this month.
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WHO: 31 of 48 Ebola cases in DRC have died in latest outbreak - UPI.com
Thirty-one of the 48 confirmed and probable cases of Ebola have died since the outbreak began in central Democratic Republic of Congo early this month, the World Health Organization said Thursday.
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September 20, 2025 at 2:48 AM
31 of the 48 confirmed and probable cases of Ebola have died since the outbreak began in central Democratic Republic of Congo early this month.
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The Northern Pacific Ocean is currently smashing temperature records.
And it is reaching these levels far earlier than the current generation of climate models had expected.
A short thread 🧵
And it is reaching these levels far earlier than the current generation of climate models had expected.
A short thread 🧵
September 18, 2025 at 10:44 AM
The Northern Pacific Ocean is currently smashing temperature records.
And it is reaching these levels far earlier than the current generation of climate models had expected.
A short thread 🧵
And it is reaching these levels far earlier than the current generation of climate models had expected.
A short thread 🧵
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I'm here to banish the darkness, if only for a moment.
A vaccine for chlamydia in koalas. Developed in Canada by a global team, with help from the family of Steve Irwin.
It reduces mortality, reduces disease severity, provides protection for baby koalas.
Turning the tide on a deadly disease.
A vaccine for chlamydia in koalas. Developed in Canada by a global team, with help from the family of Steve Irwin.
It reduces mortality, reduces disease severity, provides protection for baby koalas.
Turning the tide on a deadly disease.
First koala chlamydia vaccine approved
The disease has been plaguing the endangered marsupials since the 1990s.
www.popsci.com
September 19, 2025 at 2:59 AM
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