Like earthquakes, the next #pandemic is a matter of when, not if. Trump & RFK Jr. is leaving America vulnerable to biological threats. #MAHA

Important to remember the power of foreign state actors in shaping vaccine hesitancy... Social media and vaccine hesitancy gh.bmj.com/content/5/10... "...a substantial relationship between foreign disinformation campaigns and declining vaccination coverage."

Trump & the Republican Congress don't even have the concepts of a plan to help them and sadly the Senate deal only promises a vote & not a solution. We need people in Congress with the courage to actually help Americans afford their health care. #healthcare #shutdown abcnews.go.com/US/insane-ac...

Canada lost its official measles elimination status after a year of continuous transmission

President Trump is making every effort to starve hungry Americans including threatening people wanting to feed them. Will the Republicans Congress call out this cruelty? #hunger #shutdown

Got a new story about a little-known HHS agency with a massive job: the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR). ASPR gave us Operation Warp Speed. Now it's being run by a conspiracy theorist who calls those vaccines “genocide.” www.msnbc.com/msnbc/meet-a...

ICYMI: After Prop 50 passed, I announced that I am continuing my campaign for Congress in CA-06. Having represented over 70% of the district, I’m excited to continue advocating for the people of Sacramento in Congress.

Disruptions to SNAP during the government shutdown have left recipients facing imminent hunger, unable to restock their pantries or refrigerators.

My commentary on American Lung Association's annual State of Lung Cancer report. We are making progress, but there is much more to be done. If we don't fund CDC, NIH, and affordable access to quality healthcare we will go the wrong direction. www.healio.com/news/hematol... #LungCancer

Great article from @virginiagewin.bsky.social showing that across the Federal science ecosystem, research that benefits the American public is being delayed or completely halted, and remaining programs are being consolidated under close partisan political control. www.nature.com/articles/d41...

“We are witnessing nothing less than a clown show at #FDA right now.” People who worked at or rely on the US drug regulator see dysfunctional leadership & soap opera-ish behavior at a key federal agency, @matthewherper.bsky.social & @lizzylawrence.bsky.social report. www.statnews.com/2025/11/04/f...

What an incredible evening last night with Congressman Eric Swalwell and the Folsom Area Democrats rallying for Yes on Prop 50! Grateful for everyone taking action to strengthen our democracy and make a difference for our communities. Let’s finish strong! #DrPan

RFK Jr came to Sacramento where I debated him twice. He lost both times. I am running for Congress where I dare him to debate me again. #SB277 #SB276 #Ivax2protect DrPanforCongress.com

On halloween there’s nothing spookier than a future without CDC

“Dozens of scientists are considering leaving the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, where Prasad serves as director, to escape a work environment that eight agency officials described to STAT as rife with mistrust and paranoia. These officials said staffers are terrified of pushing back”

Ozempic, MRI machines and flat screen televisions all emerged out of fundamental research decades earlier — the very types of study being slashed by the US government www.nature.com/articles/d41...

I voted today! Early voting is happening now, cast your ballot and make your voice heard. #CA03 #DrPan

Acetaminophen (Tylenol) in pregnancy does not increase the risk of autism @jama.com @ki.se jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...

Great energy yesterday walking with union leaders and members for YES on 50! Join us next Saturday at 9:30am - DM for details. #DrPan #CA03

Today, California celebrates Filipino American labor leader Larry Itliong, a trailblazer during one of the most pivotal movements for farmworker rights in U.S. history. His commitment to unity and social justice continues to inspire Californians today.

Idaho law runs against a public health hallmark: one's participation in society depends on their willingness to obey rules. E.g., In SC, >150 unvaxxed kids quarantined amidst a measles outbreak; 5 began to show symptoms, but quarantine prevented spread That precaution would now be illegal in ID.🛟

Voters should pick their representatives, not the other way around. Glad to get the chance to talk to some of the volunteers and organizers doing the hard work to make sure Prop 50 passes. This vote will have critical implications, not just for California, but for our entire country.

“an extension of the #ACA tax credits is at the center of a budget deadlock…. Democrats are demanding an extension on the credits—something nearly 80% of Americans also want” #shutdown #affordability

Hundreds of anti-science bills have hit statehouses, targeting key public health protections such as vaccines, milk safety, fluoride. bit.ly/4qkw167

The shingles vaccine was found to lower the risk of heart disease, dementia and death. According to the new study, adults 50 and older who get the shingles vaccine have a 50% lower risk of dementia. www.upi.com/Health_News/...

Waste, fraud and abuse. #DrainTheSwamp

Bipartisan agreement that Americans should not listen to RFK Jr’s advice. So why did Republicans confirm Junior for HHS Secretary so he can make it harder for Americans to follow their doctor’s advice? thehill.com/homenews/sen...

This is incredible news @drpanmd.bsky.social is an incredible fighter and a fierce proponent of common sense public health measures. Kevin Kiley was my rep when I lived in the Eastern Sierra and one of the worst Republicans in California

Great news! Proud to author SB852 to establish CalRx to produce low cost medications including insulin for Californians. subscriber.politicopro.com/article/2020...

A recent memo written by a Make America Healthy Again influencer lays out a series of unsubstantiated claims that academic researchers and federal agencies are secretly spreading toxic substances from airplanes, poisoning Americans, and spurring large-scale weather events.

This is exactly the person I want grilling RFK jr* at hearings after the midterms. * if hes gone by then, he can grill Wakefield, Weinstein, Ladapo, etc etc. If RFK goes, the next one will be as bad or worse.

"It doesn't get more tinfoil hat." The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is preparing to investigate *chemtrails,* according to an internal memo @stephaniearmour.bsky.social obtained. A department spokeswoman notably did not deny it. kffhealthnews.org/news/article...

In California, Dr. Richard Pan is running for a seat in the US House. He needs donations! Follow him on Bluesky: @drpanmd.bsky.social 👇

A well-known Sacramento Democrat is taking on this suddenly vulnerable California Republican calmatters.org/politics/202... via @mayacmiller.bsky.social @calmatters.org

I can personally vouch for this. I saw the whole thing go down.

The CDC Under Siege Even critics couldn’t imagine how quickly CDC is being reshaped, with major medical associations, former directors, and surgeon generals all warning that Americans’ wellbeing is being challenged. We discuss with @danielpayne.bsky.social, Rochelle Walensky and Daniel Jernigan

“Over the 12 months ended in August, the price of coffee increased 20.9%, Labor Department data showed; ground beef was up 12.8%, and bananas rose 6.6%. Dairy, fruits and vegetables and cereals have all become pricier.” #TrumpTax

I thought they said it was wrong for an administration to ask a social media platform to take stuff down.

Look who's running for Congress! Dr. Richard Pan was an effective and enthusiastic advocate for public health in California. He'll be a terrific US Representative.

This is AWESOME: @drpanmd.bsky.social is inspirational and we need people like this in Congress! I just donated to his campaign (follow the thread for a link to donate)

Dr Pan has worked hard for health education. Thank you Dr Pan for everything you have accomplished for public health. @amberspeaks.bsky.social @doritreiss.bsky.social @gavinyamey.bsky.social @drjudystone.bsky.social @drdebhoury.bsky.social @angierasmussen.bsky.social

Dr. Pan is a conscientious politician, a staunch advocate for children, and a Light where it is needed. I fully support his candidacy, as much as my support means from the east coast 😏

I’m Dr. Richard Pan, a pediatrician, father, and former state senator. I’ve spent my career protecting kids and expanding health care. Now I’m running for Congress because Washington could use a little good medicine. #CA03 #DrPanForCongress Watch our launch video, then share it.

“The U.S. has now confirmed 1,563 cases this year, according to the #CDC — the highest annual number in more than three decades…. the CDC has confirmed 44 #measles outbreaks in 41 states this year.” #Ivax2protect www.npr.org/2025/10/12/n...

RFK Nr & Trump don’t learn from their past mistakes. Unfortunately, these mistakes put Americans in danger. #ICYMI #CDC #PublicHealth abcnews.go.com/amp/Politics...

CDC has been a global leader in public health & played a key role in smallpox eradication. Health depts in red states & blue states rely on CDC expertise & support. The CDC EIS program trains the next generation of public health leaders & disease detectives. They are burning it to the ground.

Last month Trump said he wanted proof that COVID vaccines are effective. Yesterday, during his "semiannual" physical, Trump received a COVID vaccine as well as a flu shot. That's because vaccines — which Trump's administration have made harder to get — work.

NEW: @CDCgov hit hard by massive firings that several staff describe to me as a “bloodbath.” Among those RIFd: —leadership of the center for immunization and respiratory diseases; —leadership of global health center —leadership of the measles outbreak response; 1/4

RIF notices also sent to the CDC’s 2023 and 2024 class of civilian EIS officers known as its main disease detectives, per sources. These are the people who are typically the first responders in an outbreak. 4/4

RFK Jr & Trump are ensuring America will not be prepared for future disease outbreaks. #1MdeadAmericans #CDC