The ACIP decision to discontinue the recommendation for a universal hepatitis B birth dose vaccine will cause harm. As the federal government continues to fail children's health, families can rely on our nation's physicians to continue to put children's health first.

New #LetsTalkID out now!🎙️ @matih-id.bsky.social and @drdemetre.bsky.social explore the current state of public health. They discuss how political pressures and weakened infrastructure have left the system vulnerable, and how this could spark a public health “renaissance." Transcript: bit.ly/4887CZq

NEW! Live from #IDWeek2025, #LetsTalkID hosts Drs. Buddy Creech, @matih-id.bsky.social & @paulsaxmd.bsky.social share their hottest takes on infectious diseases, from the dismantling of the CDC to breakthroughs in treating staph aureus bacteremia. Transcript: https://bit.ly/4oAUKlI

Absolutely phenomenal @sidpharm.bsky.social keynote 🔑 from Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo Davis @matih-id.bsky.social today: Reducing Barriers Toward Health Equity: Advocating for Change in the Healthcare Industry and Beyond. I laughed, I cried. All the things. Just wow 👏👏👏 #IDWeek2025 #IDSky

“Whose trust are we earning and whose voices are missing from our systems?” - @matih-id.bsky.social on equity-based leadership #SIDP2025 @sidpharm.bsky.social

“Every system reproduces the priorities of those who built it-unless we make deliberate choices to design differently” @matih-id.bsky.social #SIDP2025 #IDWeek2025

As national medical, scientific, public health and patient organizations, we call for the resignation of HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to ensure the health of the American people. Our statement: https://bit.ly/45LeJHi

"The politicization of health and public health has got to stop," urges IDSA Board member @matih-id.bsky.social, discussing the recent shooting at CDC offices during this week's episode of the Why Should I Trust You? podcast.

What happens when you bring MAHA leaders together with public health leaders, and a group with seemingly opposite political affiliations? Days after the CDC attack we had honest dialogue, and moments of connection you might not expect. And I kept it ALL the way real 🎧 Listen: apple.co/46T2mdf

Received the 2025 Dr. William Montague Cobb Award from the NAACP. I represent my family, Zimbabwe, and St. Louis with pride. This is a recognition of a life’s work grounded in health equity, justice, and a vision for Black liberation through public health.

Honored to join Dr. Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir and Dr. Jasmine Marcelin as the first Black authors for Mandell’s Principles and Practice of Infectious Diseases along with Dr. Talia Swart 📚. Our chapter on communicating ID to the public is out now in this ID foundational, gold standard textbook!

🚨BREAKING: IDSA, along with AAP, APHA, ACP and others, has filed a lawsuit against HHS/Secretary Kennedy to stop unlawful changes to vaccine policy and defend public health. We refuse to stand by while America’s public health safeguards are torn apart. bit.ly/4lm7UkW

Grateful to the St. Louis County NAACP for the Excellence in Healthcare Award. Health is a human right. But tornado recovery delays, federal cuts, and underfunded health departments remind us how far we have to go. I build systems that serve us with dignity, and I won’t stop.

Pt. 2 out now!🎙️Judy Guzman-Cottrill, DO, Professor of Pediatrics at OHSU, and John Brooks, MD, former CDC medical officer, rejoin @matih-id.bsky.social to discuss the impact of federal funding cuts and actions we can take to protect vulnerable communities. #LetsTalkID Transcript: bit.ly/43ZWXxH

So surprised and honored to be recognized by the county NAACP! 🎉Especially with this group of visionaries

New two-part #LetsTalkID series!🎙️From dismantled community partnerships to stalled clinical trials, Drs. Judy Guzman-Cottrill, John Brooks & @matih-id.bsky.social explore the impact of federal public health funding cuts. Ep. 1 is out now. Search "Let's Talk ID" in your favorite podcast app.

In St Louis we built real public health programs rooted in justice and community. Now federal cuts are dismantling that work. I co-authored this piece with Dr Kathleen Page to say clearly that we see what is happening and we are not staying silent. Read. Share. Advocate: doi.org/10.1093/infd...

Tuesday was my last day as Director of Health for STL. 130+ surprised me with a sendoff filled with love and legacy. Proud of my team for donating food for impacted families after. On my way to support: 🟤 The People’s Response: 🔗 bit.ly/4dNxWut 🟤 Urban League, supply drop 🤎 Your Community Doc

Heartbroken seeing tornado damage in STL from afar. Grateful to our Dept of Health team for rapid response. For help: 📞 Call 211 🙋 Volunteer: lnkd.in/gvXP7StT 💸 Donate: lnkd.in/gJUxFNVx Sat @ 10am join THE PEOPLE’S RESPONSE at O’Fallon Park.

🧵The City of St. Louis proudly recognized Dr. @matih-id.bsky.social with an official resolution from the Board of Aldermen—celebrating her visionary #Leadership, groundbreaking achievements, and deep commitment to the health and well-being of our community. Here’s just a glimpse. 👇

In response to the recent measles exposure, individuals, particularly parents of infants and adults unsure of their #vaccination status, are encouraged to take preventive action.✅ Contact your healthcare provider to discuss next steps. Find a local FQHC: rb.gy/lq0jgy

The recent measles exposure was linked to an unvaccinated adult who was contagious while visiting. #Measles is highly contagious—roughly 9 out of 10 unvaccinated people exposed to the virus are likely to get infected. ➡️ The good news? The MMR vaccine is safe and effective.

“It was important to me specifically to build some infrastructure to support communications who are the points of contact at area hospitals, at our federally qualified health centers, and at our regional health departments”- Dr. @matih-id.bsky.social 🗞 www.stlmag.com/health/st-lo... #measles

#Measles often begins with a high fever, cough, runny nose, & red eyes. A rash typically follows 3–5 days later, starting on the face and spreading down the body. If you suspect any of these symptoms, we encourage you to isolate and call your doctor before arrival for testing. #PublicHealth

A confirmed case of #measles has been linked to an out-of-state visitor at the St. Louis Aquarium on April 30 between 1-6pm. If you were there during this time, monitor for symptoms and contact your healthcare provider immediately. For more details: drive.google.com/file/d/1H5zL... #STLHealth

IJS @sarahfenske.bsky.social @stlmag.bsky.social please profile and highlight the shit out of the work this incredible woman has done for the City of St. Louis in her time at @cityofstldoh.bsky.social ! She deserves so much celebration and appreciation. Thank you, Doctor @matih-id.bsky.social 🙌💜⚜️

Thank you St. Louis 🤎

Congrats to our Director, Dr. @matih-id.bsky.social, nominated for the Lifespiration-Superhero Award at the 2nd Annual "Superpower is You" Luncheon! 💫 Celebrating leaders who inspire change and uplift communities. 🌍💖

🩺 March was a big month at the Health Department! We celebrated National #PublicHealth Week by highlighting the power of prevention and community health 💪—even as we face federal funding cuts that threaten vital programs. 📖 Read more here: drive.google.com/file/d/1_S7Z...

Getting tested just got easier. With the Take Me Home program, you can order a free HIV test kit straight to your door—no hassle, no judgment. Test on your terms. 🏠💙 #TakeMeHome #HIVTesting #knowyourstatus

Dr. @matih-id.bsky.social visited Southside Wellness Center to connect with our beloved senior residents — bringing smiles, conversations, and a few #DOHCares gifts along the way! A heartfelt thank you to Ms. Ollie Stewart for her decades of tireless advocacy for public health in our region. 💐✨

1/2) Today is the last day of National Public Health Week and it’s been beautiful to celebrate these incredible humans all week! All the success you’ve seen come out of this department is all them. We’ve almost doubled in size in under four years, but one thing has stayed the same: we are family.

"The future of our Department of Health programs is at risk due to funding cuts. This #NationalPublicHealthWeek, I’m calling on you to stand with us—contact your members of Congress and demand they restore funding for these critical services. Your voice matters!"- Dr. @matih-id.bsky.social

We're improving health through economic mobility in St. Louis! 🌟 SLATEMJC & partners are linking workforce development with health to create career opportunities and a stronger community. Learn more at ThinkHealthSTL.org! #EconomicMobility #STLHealth #Community #NPHW2025

📣We need your help to ensure that #PublicHealth programs like FoodRX receive the funding they deserve! Contact your members of Congress today & ask them to prioritize public health funding to support programs like Food RX that address health disparities in our city. @matih-id.bsky.social

It’s National Public Health Week! 🎉 Please show some love to all the fearless public health workers who shown up every day on behalf of public health. I joined Great Day St. Louis to educate the public about our Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), learn more here: www.thinkhealthstl.org

A MUST WATCH.🛟🧪🩺 "Sec Kennedy, I care about what you care about. I care about making America healthy again. I just don't understand right now, how these fast & seemingly rash cuts help us...what is happening now is doing more harm than good, & that harm may not be able to be undone quickly..."

This is Dr Mati from the St Louis DOH. She told me cuts have eliminated a nutrition program for lower-income kids in St. Louis. She is pleading with @SecKennedy to reverse course. She believes in MAHA and says this is the opposite of that. www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcwD...

Ok so this made me a little emo today 🥹

Thank you Senator Cory Booker

Food programs, outbreak monitoring, mental health aid: state and local health officials grapple with a flurry of budget cuts from federal officials.

🧵In the latest health news, Dr. @matih-id.bsky.social addresses state and local health departments struggling with a wave of cuts from Washington, D.C. She highlights the negative impact these cuts are having on some of the programs affecting children and families... www.statnews.com/2025/03/28/t...

Got questions about Mpox? We've got answers! 🤔✨ Stay informed about symptoms, prevention, and treatment. Knowledge is the best protection. 🛡️ #MpoxFAQ #StayInformed #HealthAwareness

Carrying #Narcan can make all the difference in an overdose emergency. 💊 By acting fast, you can reverse an overdose and help prevent a crisis. Be the difference. Share knowledge, be prepared, and take action. Request your Narcan kit today by calling (314) 657-1585.🙌

“For decades, the original Homer G. Phillips Hospital was a beacon of health equity, training, and excellence in serving marginalized communities during a time when segregation limited access to quality care.”- Dr. @matih-id.bsky.social www.stlamerican.com/news/local-n...

In honor of Women’s History Month, let's celebrate women's health by prioritizing self-care. Regular check-ups, screenings, and mental health check-ins are important parts of staying healthy. 💪👩‍⚕️ #WomensHistoryMonth #WomensHealth

Public health outcomes will continue to sink if health equity is deprioritized, warns IDSA Board member Matifadza Hlatshwayo Davis, MD, MPH, FIDSA, adding, “it will have a domino effect on everyone.” Our press briefing addresses outbreak threats, funding challenges and more: buff.ly/r4QFq4Y

Public health officials say CDC cuts, misinformation 'from the top down hinder measles response efforts. "We need all-hands-on-deck. Now is not the time to be depleting an already depleted public health workforce," STL Health Director Dr. @matih-id.bsky.social fiercehealthcare.com/providers/pu...

1/2) Advocacy with @idsainfo.bsky.social and being clear about current public health threats and the need for: funding, workforce, research and transparent communication backed by trusted expertise with: ✅ The Senate Majority Leader ✅ The Senate Finance Committee Majority and Minority

🌱 Take What You Need Today: A Message from Your Health Department 🌱 In times of stress or uncertainty, it's important to remember that taking care of your #MentalHealth is just as vital as your physical health. Today, focus on what you need for your well-being.