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The U.S. withdrew from @who. #NYC joined it anyway.

In the face of federal pullback and changing vaccine guidance, New York just plugged directly into the WHO’s global outbreak and response network, alongside California, Illinois, and a growing coalition of states.

Networks like these aren’t symbolic. They’re how local health authorities ensure they get early warnings on emerging pathogens, up-to-date immunization guidance, and access to epidemiologists when outbreaks hit.

Local action can help fill national gaps—because health isn’t political.

Feb 18

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The U.S. withdrew from @who. #NYC joined it anyway.

In the face of federal pullback and changing vaccine guidance, New York just plugged directly into the WHO’s global outbreak and response network, alongside California, Illinois, and a growing coalition of states.

Networks like these aren’t symbolic. They’re how local health authorities ensure they get early warnings on emerging pathogens, up-to-date immunization guidance, and access to epidemiologists when outbreaks hit.

Local action can help fill national gaps—because health isn’t political.

We were honored to be joined by @SenJohnCurtis, recipient of our 2026 Congressional Champion Award, at our National Advocacy Summit.

We are grateful for his leadership and commitment to global health. American global health programs save lives around the world and keep Americans safe from dangerous diseases. Thanks to leaders like Senator Curtis, they continue to enjoy bipartisan support in Washington and continue to deliver for our country and the world.

Feb 12

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We were honored to be joined by @SenJohnCurtis, recipient of our 2026 Congressional Champion Award, at our National Advocacy Summit.

We are grateful for his leadership and commitment to global health. American global health programs save lives around the world and keep Americans safe from dangerous diseases. Thanks to leaders like Senator Curtis, they continue to enjoy bipartisan support in Washington and continue to deliver for our country and the world.

That’s a wrap on the Shot@Life and United to Beat Malaria National Advocacy Summit, and once again, we are blown away by the dedication, inspiration, and passion spread by you, our global health Champions.

Nearly 100 of our top advocates—representing key districts across 38 states—came together to deliver urgent messages to Congress about the importance of global immunization and malaria prevention. In these times of uncertainty and newfound challenges to global health, raising our voices is more important than ever to ensure a safer, healthier world for all.

Stay tuned—our bi-annual advocacy mobilization is fast approaching, and we need YOUR help to keep the momentum! #GlobalHealthforUS #GlobalHealthStartsWithMe

Feb 11

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That’s a wrap on the Shot@Life and United to Beat Malaria National Advocacy Summit, and once again, we are blown away by the dedication, inspiration, and passion spread by you, our global health Champions.

Nearly 100 of our top advocates—representing key districts across 38 states—came together to deliver urgent messages to Congress about the importance of global immunization and malaria prevention. In these times of uncertainty and newfound challenges to global health, raising our voices is more important than ever to ensure a safer, healthier world for all.

Stay tuned—our bi-annual advocacy mobilization is fast approaching, and we need YOUR help to keep the momentum! #GlobalHealthforUS #GlobalHealthStartsWithMe

From a powerful keynote address by former U.S. Surgeon General @jeromeadamsmd to some face time with the creator of a vaccine that’s saved millions, day one of the first-ever Shot@Life and United to Beat Malaria National Advocacy Summit was nothing short of inspiring!

Champions got a peek behind the curtain at the current global health landscape—from innovations to renewed collaboration—and bolstered today’s advocacy with stories from experts in the field.

Here’s to #HealthforAll! 💚🧡

Feb 10

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From a powerful keynote address by former U.S. Surgeon General @jeromeadamsmd to some face time with the creator of a vaccine that’s saved millions, day one of the first-ever Shot@Life and United to Beat Malaria National Advocacy Summit was nothing short of inspiring!

Champions got a peek behind the curtain at the current global health landscape—from innovations to renewed collaboration—and bolstered today’s advocacy with stories from experts in the field.

Here’s to #HealthforAll! 💚🧡

The time has come! Tune in next week as we welcome Champions for our first-ever joint National Advocacy Summit with @unitedtobeatmalaria. For those following along from home, stay tuned for other ways to get involved.

To those joining us in D.C., we can’t wait to see you! Your advocacy is more important now than ever before. #GlobalHealthforUS

Feb 6

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The time has come! Tune in next week as we welcome Champions for our first-ever joint National Advocacy Summit with @unitedtobeatmalaria. For those following along from home, stay tuned for other ways to get involved.

To those joining us in D.C., we can’t wait to see you! Your advocacy is more important now than ever before. #GlobalHealthforUS

In today’s global health environment, fostering relationships and telling YOUR story is more powerful than ever.

Hear from @rameshferris, polio survivor and advocate, about the importance of connection. After all, teamwork makes the dream work!

Feb 5

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In today’s global health environment, fostering relationships and telling YOUR story is more powerful than ever.

Hear from @rameshferris, polio survivor and advocate, about the importance of connection. After all, teamwork makes the dream work!

In 2025, only 39 cases of naturally occurring wild poliovirus were recorded, down from 350,000 annually in the 1980s, thanks to vaccines and global cooperation.

But polio eradication presents a catch-22: the live oral vaccine that’s been so effective can rarely mutate and cause vaccine-derived polio in under-vaccinated areas. High vaccination rates everywhere are critical to preventing this phenomenon, and bringing a decades-long global eradication campaign to the finish line. #endpolio

Feb 4

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In 2025, only 39 cases of naturally occurring wild poliovirus were recorded, down from 350,000 annually in the 1980s, thanks to vaccines and global cooperation.

But polio eradication presents a catch-22: the live oral vaccine that’s been so effective can rarely mutate and cause vaccine-derived polio in under-vaccinated areas. High vaccination rates everywhere are critical to preventing this phenomenon, and bringing a decades-long global eradication campaign to the finish line. #endpolio

Cervical cancer is preventable—and the HPV vaccine is why.

As #CervicalCancer Awareness Month comes to a close, the message is simple: we have the tools to end cervical cancer in this lifetime.

Learn more about the HPV vaccine with a familiar face, College Ambassador @wxjiha.

Jan 30

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Cervical cancer is preventable—and the HPV vaccine is why.

As #CervicalCancer Awareness Month comes to a close, the message is simple: we have the tools to end cervical cancer in this lifetime.

Learn more about the HPV vaccine with a familiar face, College Ambassador @wxjiha.

Investing in organizations like @gavialliance isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s the necessary thing to do.

As we ramp up to our National Advocacy Summit with @unitedtobeatmalaria, hear from Chloe Cooney, Director of U.S. Strategy for Gavi, to learn why.

Jan 29

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Investing in organizations like @gavialliance isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s the necessary thing to do.

As we ramp up to our National Advocacy Summit with @unitedtobeatmalaria, hear from Chloe Cooney, Director of U.S. Strategy for Gavi, to learn why.

According to a new @thelancetgroup study: during COVID-19, as real world evidence on vaccine safety and effectiveness grew, vaccine hesitancy dropped sharply.

65% of initially hesitant individuals ultimately chose vaccination.

Vaccine confidence isn’t build overnight—but new studies show it CAN be built. Trust grows when clear public health communications are made accessible.

Jan 28

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According to a new @thelancetgroup study: during COVID-19, as real world evidence on vaccine safety and effectiveness grew, vaccine hesitancy dropped sharply.

65% of initially hesitant individuals ultimately chose vaccination.

Vaccine confidence isn’t build overnight—but new studies show it CAN be built. Trust grows when clear public health communications are made accessible.

Entering 2026, the cholera crisis continues: 600K cases across 31 countries were reported last year alone.

Current vaccines help, but stockpiles are falling short, two doses are needed, and they’re not 100% effective in children under 5—our world’s most vulnerable.

Here’s the hope though: a novel single-dose vaccine has shown promising results in phase 1 trials. Unlike existing vaccines, all recipients in the trial developed antibodies that could kill the cholera bacterium entirely, suggesting stronger protection.

While we wait for further trials, remember: vaccines are just one tool. The real cure isn’t in a vial, but in access to safe water and sanitation. 💧

Jan 23

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Entering 2026, the cholera crisis continues: 600K cases across 31 countries were reported last year alone.

Current vaccines help, but stockpiles are falling short, two doses are needed, and they’re not 100% effective in children under 5—our world’s most vulnerable.

Here’s the hope though: a novel single-dose vaccine has shown promising results in phase 1 trials. Unlike existing vaccines, all recipients in the trial developed antibodies that could kill the cholera bacterium entirely, suggesting stronger protection.

While we wait for further trials, remember: vaccines are just one tool. The real cure isn’t in a vial, but in access to safe water and sanitation. 💧

Last year, disillusionment with vaccines, medical research, and even physicians hit an all-time high in the U.S.—and such a trend is far more damaging than you may think.

Learn more from Dr. Permar of @wcmpediatrics about why we need to change the conversation.

Jan 22

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