Promises promises. RFK never had any intention of following through on these theoretical promises. #Medsky #IDsky #healthpolicy #politics #vaccines #measles

A sad outing for DMV area skater Ilia Malinin in the men's free skate at #MilanCortina. Too many mistakes. He didn't even medal. "I blew it," he just said in live interview. #Olympics #figureskating #skating #WinterOlympics

ICYMI: My story for @medscape.com on the AMA and CIDRAP's Vaccine Integrity Project joining to step into the gap created by ACIP. #Medsky #IDsky #vaccines

Many internal complaints at FDA about Prasad, incl “sexual harassment, retaliation against subordinates and verbally berating staff." He continues to live in SF Bay area and commutes to work in MD every 2 weeks, costing taxpayers $65K per year. How long until he's gone again? #Medsky

@reuters.com story is behind a paywall, but you get the drift. So disheartening. No government figure should need heavy-duty security. But also, Russell Vought should not get to plunder money that was used to save lives around the world to save his own hide.

In terms of what cures are being lost: - Epstein-Barr virus is perhaps the major trigger for multiple sclerosis - herpes simplex virus causes cold sores, genital herpes, infections in babies, deadly meningitis - shingles virus causes an intensely painful disease

Meanwhile, @washingtonpost.com @ddiamond.bsky.social reporting that O'Neill is now out. Who is going to lead CDC???? #Medsky #publichealth #healthpolicy #infectiousdisease #politics #healthlaw

But we do know that he used to snort cocaine from toilet seats. Hats off to Mike Stobbe/AP for this round-up, which includes no disclosures of conflicts by ACIP members. #Medsky #transparency #HHS #healthpolicy #EpiSky #publichealth

Given the dearth of communications from HHS or CDC on the expanding measles cases in the US, AAP urges RFK to speak out. #Medsky #IDsky #vaccines #MMR #EpiSky #publichealth #familymedicine #pediatrics

Sen Cassidy questioning the single-source monopoly company running the 340B drug program. How did DOGE overlook this opportunity to eliminate waste, fraud and abuse? #Medsky #oncology #cancer #pharma #biotech #drugcosts #healthpolicy

@ewidera.bsky.social, MD just published in JAMA Internal Medicine: "Importance of Function for Alzheimer Diagnosis and Management—More Than Memory". #geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf Read more here: tiny.ucsf.edu/B6anHu

Per an ex-CDC source: Acting CDC Director Jim O'Neill has not been to agency's Atlanta HQ since he was appointed in August. That's going on 6 months. O'Neill's temporary slot expires end of March, per govt rules. Will a new director be named? #politics #healthpolicy #healthlaw #Medsky

Since August, Florida has spent $405 mill in its anti-immigration push. $92 mill for porta-potties. Thousands in dining, including at Pedro's Tacos and Tequila Bar, Kyoto Japanese Cuisine, and Korean BBQ. Who brought that cuisine to America? via @floridaphoenix.com @statesnewsroom.com

70% said they will follow AAP, or AAFP guidance, not CDC. Two-thirds very concerned there could be new disease outbreaks. via @medscape.com #Medsky #IDsky #publichealth #pediatrics #vaccines #ACIP #immunization #familymedicine

I've drafted a dozen responses and each one fails to capture the full breath of all the ways the FDA bad-faith posture is so deeply corrosive.

FDA just stiff-armed Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine. Vinay Prasad said it was because the comp used a licensed vaccine as a comparator. This is contrary to what FDA had been telling Moderna at every stage, says the co. #IDsky #vaccines #influenza

The NYT editorial board has some thoughts on marijuana--it's too strong, there's too much of it, it's too unregulated and not taxed enough, and marketers should be dinged for making unproven health claims. #addiction #CBD #Medsky #publichealth #drugs #cannabis

The Trump administration is planning to terminate $600M of CDC grants to CA, CO, MN, and IL. We're publishing the full list. They are using vulnerable communities as a weapon to dismantle public health, targeting partisan enemies, and manipulating media. 🧵 1/5 grant-witness.us/posts/2026-0...

Official FL measles count (as of 1/31): 15. Ave Maria U alone is reporting 49. School says "per DOH guidance, campus operations continue, including in-person classes; Masses and confessions; dining services; and noncurricular activities." Expect more cases. #IDsky #vaccines #EpiSky #publichealth

Top line NIH funding levels DOES NOT MATTER when the people who control the purse strings are bad actors. Thanks for coming to my "seething commentary" TEDtalk. www.statnews.com/2026/02/10/i...

NEW: The AMA and a leading public health research group focused on vaccines are teaming up to create a parallel system to review vaccine safety and effectiveness. 
The CDC’s vaccine review process has “effectively collapsed” under RFKJr. My story. www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/...

Catherine O'Hara died of a pulmonary embolism, but had been living with rectal cancer. #Medsky #oncology #SCTV #SchittsCreek

Florida's measles reporting lags. State does not recommend MMR vaccine as a preventive. Via @wusf.org @kerrysheridan.bsky.social #IDsky #pediatrics #education #vaccines #publichealth #familymedicine #EpiSky

New poll: 78% say political influence is affecting scientific decision-making in vaccine policy; 60% concerned that those who want to get vaccinated are no longer able to bec of changes in or confusion around reccs from federal government. #IDsky #vaccines #pediatrics #publichealth

It's like listening to a pitch at an investors' conference. MMI is the ONLY company selected to present. All the other presentations are from federal agencies. There are dozens of trials underway in Alzheimer's. Why was MMI selected to present? #Medsky #neurology #dementia #neurosurgery

Newly re-constituted Alzheimer's Advisory Council is currently hearing what amounts to a commercial for Jacksonville-based MMI from its CEO. 9 of 11 new non-fed members are from Florida. No members disclosed potential conflicts. #Neurosky #geriatrics #PsychSky #dementia

New from @pauloffit.bsky.social in @jama.com -- bottom line: infants and children ingest more aluminum through breast milk and diet than through vaccines. #Medsky #IDsky #pediatrics #obgyn #vaccinesafety #publichealth

Four deaths, dozens between 19 mos and 67 years o sickened after eating death cap mushrooms. #Medsky #toxic #shrooms #foodpolicy #foraging

Love this idea from Madison Keys thrown out on The Players Box podcast: a "rage room" where players can vent frustrations out of sight of cameras, media, fans. Get on it, tournament directors! @servedpodcast.bsky.social @jonwertheim.bsky.social #ATP #WTA #MiamiOpen #IndianWells #RolandGarros

ICYMI: Dr. Oz goes off-message from RFK. #IDsky #publichealth #measles #vaccines #MMR #outbreak #immunization

Washington DC also. Multiple measles exposures at the March for Life, Catholic U, the DC Metro system, Union Station (Amtrak), Reagan airport, and Children’s National Medical Center. Only a matter of time before it hits Capitol Hill and the White House. #IDsky #publichealth

Add Maine to this list, a case confirmed on Friday. 21 states and growing in each state. #IDsky #measles #MMR #vaccines #publichealth #epidemiology

CDC measles update: 733 confirmed cases, only 6 from international visitors. Reported in AZ, CA, FL, GA, ID, KY, MN, NB, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, UT, VA, WA, and WI. Twenty states. #IDsky #publichealth #episky #vaccines #MMR #epidemic #healthpolicy

A childhood idol and fabulous character. Notably, this was written by Len Shapiro, one of the Post's all-time great sportswriters who retired in 2011. The obit was most likely in the can. It re-doubles the sadness for DC sports and the Post's sports section. #NFL #journalism #SonnyJurgensen

Videos that will make you smile. The Buddhist monks are due to arrive in DC on Tuesday. You can track their progress and see videos on their Facebook page. #walkforpeace www.facebook.com/walkforpeace...

MAHA Center has sent previews of a Super Bowl ad w/Mike Tyson who says "something has to be done about processed food in this country". 30-second spots go for $8-to-10 mill. Bravo but not everyone can afford to eat like Mike. Also, what's USDA doing to stop supporting Big Food?

The cost of Zepbound out of pocket/sans insurance for 2.5 mg is literally the same as it is on Trump Rx. How did they not even get this right on GLP-1s? trumprx.gov/p/zepbound

Trump launched TrumpRx, a self-pay website for prescriptions. Most people without insurance won't be able to afford these prices. Meanwhile, Big Pharma gets free promotion & to keep prices high. Like most things Trump slaps his name on, it's a corporate giveaway that's likely to fail.

Five cases of measles in Lancaster County, PA. Just FYI that the Lancaster area has large numbers of Amish populations. This article is via Philadelphia Inquirer, which says there was also a likely exposure in a different part of the state, Collegeville. #IDsky #episky #MMR #publichealth

More on the layoffs @washingtonpost.com including a hollowing out of the health care team. As Lena says, they were all told that health care would be a new focus area. As it should be in these uncertain times for public health and policy. #WashingtonPost #journalism #healthpolicy #healthlaw

I’m stunned and heartbroken. I’ve been laid off, along with so many dear colleagues. Making my way to The Post nine years ago felt like a dream come true.

I mean, it's not like there's anything happening in health care in Washington that could use a more intense focus from experienced and knowledgeable reporters. Yet more awful news. #WashingtonPost #journalism

The South Carolina measles outbreak has triggered rare but serious brain swelling in some children

Small but mighty crew of advocates for public health at the RFKJr presser in #Nashville. Internal medicine, pediatric ID fellow, pediatric nurse, retired ophthalmologist, epidemiologist & emergency medicine. Thanks to everyone who took the time to show up and stand up for science! #MedSky #EpiSky

The 4-in-1 home test for RSV, flu A + B and COVID--now available at retailers--might give consumers false comfort. My story for @medscape.com #IDsky #vaccines #familymedicine #primarycare #diagnostics #OTC

TrumpRx, the Trump administration’s much-anticipated direct-to-consumer drug platform, is expected to launch on Thursday, according to two people familiar with the matter. https://cnn.it/4qU0nwg

Novo Nordisk said it plans to take legal and regulatory action against Hims & Hers. on.wsj.com/4aek0b9

Full-fat dairy is full of saturated fat. What some experts have to say about the new dietary guidelines' emphasis on full-fat dairy. via @medscape.com #Medsky #diet #nutrition #foodpolicy #healthpolicy #publichealth

RFK cited the Nuremberg Code--which prohibits medical experimentation--as reason for being able to refuse a vaccine. Some physicians showed up in Nashville to protest RFK's advocacy of "medical freedom." #IDsky #vaccines #measles #MMR #immunization #publichealth @tennesseelookout.com

Marty Baron: “Bezos’s sickening efforts to curry favor with President Trump have left an especially ugly stain of their own. This is a case study in near-instant, self-inflicted brand destruction.” From @ruthmarcus.bsky.social great and sad story about the @washingtonpost.com downfall. #journalism