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Lisa Bari, Vice President of Policy and Partnerships at Innovaccer, shares how public health departments can become better prepared to use AI by addressing their underlying data infrastructure; Angela Davis, Project Coordinator with the Montana Office of Rural Health and Area Health Education Center at Montana State University, explains how they developed a statewide AmeriCorps program grounded in health to address the population health needs of the highly rural state; a new ASTHO State Health Policy Update describes the legislative changes taking place across the country as a result of recent changes to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP); and on Wednesday, November 19th, ASTHO will close out its Public Health Nursing Learning Lab Series with a session on Public Health Nursing Workforce Culture. Innovaccer: How State and Local Public Health Leaders can Promote AI and Data Governance Montana State University: Montana State helping launch statewide AmeriCorps program for community health ASTHO Health Policy Update: States Seek Policy Guidance Beyond ACIP Vaccine Recommendations ASTHO Webinar: Public Health Nursing Workforce Learning Lab - A Series
Clearing up some misconceptions about the Cowichan tribe ruling Guest: Dwight Newman, Law prof at U of Saskatchewan; Canada Research Chair in Rights, Communities, and Constitutional Law The health implications of wildfire smoke Guest: Dr Sasha Bernatsky, rheumatologist and epidemiologist at McGill university Do we need age restrictions on who can use AI? Guest: Cayce Myers, Professor of public relations and director of graduate studies at the School of Communication, Virginia Tech How can we protect seniors from scams? Guest: Claudiu Popa, certified cyber security expert What type of Condo's should Vancouver be building? Guest: Daniel Oleksiuk, a lawyer, sat on the City of Vancouver's Renter's Advisory Committee and co-founded Abundant Housing Vancouver Rents are coming down near university because of less foreign students Guest: Giacomo Ladas, Associate Director of Communications, Rentals.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alfarena McGinty, Marion County Coroner in Indianapolis, Indiana, explains how her department's investment in Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) has improved the efficiency and interoperability of timely mortality data; Amanda Jones, Data Modernization Director at the Vermont Department of Health, discusses why her department created a Data Modernization Advisory Committee to promote cultural change and foster excitement around new technologies; ASTHO is now accepting applications from state health agency staff and levels of maternal care leaders for a community of practice to address maternal care challenges; and today, October 24th, is the deadline to apply to participate in ASTHO's success story discussions on preventing adverse childhood experiences. CDC Foundation: Resources for MDI Offices and IT Developers ASTHO Report: Accelerating Data Exchange in Public Health: Insights from Public Health FHIR Pilots ASTHO Blog: Creating Shared Vision and Governance for Data Modernization in Vermont ASTHO Web Page: Bridging Barriers in Maternal Health Access Community of Practice ASTHO Web Page: Success Stories: Advancing Health Agency Capacity to Address ACEs, Suicide, Overdose, and Mental Health-Related Harms Request for Information
What is democratic resilience and why is it a national security issue? Why is it important to preserve public trust and participation in the electoral process and what are some of the challenges to this? Apart from voting, what are some other ways that Australians can engage in the democratic process? What challenges do big tech companies, mis- and disinformation, and AI present in this digital age? In this episode Tom Rogers joins Tim Wilford to discuss the importance of democratic resilience in Australia, the role of civic engagement, and the challenges posed by misinformation in the digital age. Tom Rogers is a former Australian Electoral Commissioner and a Distinguished Advisor at the ANU National Security College (NSC). He is a member of the Advisory Committee for NSC's Community Consultation initiative. Tim Wilford is Director of NSC's Community Consultation Initiative. TRANSCRIPT Show Notes NSC academic programs – find out more NSC's Community Consultations initiative Judith Brett's book: From Secret Ballot to Democracy Sausage We'd love to hear from you! Send in your questions, comments, and suggestions to NatSecPod@anu.edu.au. You can tweet us @NSC_ANU and be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of DISRxUPT, host Justin Cole and new co-host Shannon Yarosz sit down with Dr. Hillary Blackburn — pharmacist, healthcare leader, author, and founder of the Talk to Your Pharmacist podcast — to explore how purpose, advocacy, and innovation intersect in modern pharmacy practice.Recently appointed to the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), Dr. Blackburn shares her journey from small-town Mississippi to national leadership, discussing how pharmacists can drive equitable access, lead with empathy, and innovate in patient-centered care.Path to PurposeEarly experiences in policy through internships on Capitol Hill and with HRSA's Office of Pharmacy AffairsHow rural roots and family values inspired a lifelong commitment to serviceThe importance of relationships and trust in advancing healthcare innovationMedication Access & AffordabilityLessons from leading Dispensary of Hope and building national medication access programsAddressing systemic barriers—cost, fragmentation, and inequity—through creative partnershipsIntegrating affordability and access initiatives within large health systems at Ascension RxAdvocacy & InnovationCurrent efforts to advance a CMS “wellness navigator” role for pharmacistsBridging policy and practice to highlight pharmacists as essential providersUsing data and outcomes research to sustain access programsEntrepreneurship & LeadershipBuilding the Talk to Your Pharmacist podcast and reaching global audiencesEncouraging pharmacists to take bold steps—write, speak, start new venturesInsights from her book How Pharmacists Lead: Answers from Women Who Are Leading, Succeeding, and Impacting PharmacyCommon leadership themes: creativity, empathy, collaboration, and resiliencePersonal Journey & PerspectiveLessons from caregiving for her mother during a cancer journeyThe human side of healthcare: advocacy, persistence, and empathy in actionFinding balance through seasons of life, prioritization, and supportive networksThe Future of PharmacyThe rise of AI-enabled care navigation and pharmacist-led value-based careInnovations in digital health, food-as-medicine programs, and affordability technologyA call for pharmacists to lead in prevention and chronic disease managementEnvisioning a future where pharmacists are fully integrated, reimbursed providersNotable Quotes“You never know where these things may go… but you never know unless you try.”“It really changes you when you're navigating serious illness for a loved one. It deepens your empathy and your urgency to fix what's broken in healthcare.”“Pharmacists are great problem-solvers. We need to be bold in creating the future of care - one where no patient has to choose between their medicine and their basic needs.”Advice for Future PharmacistsEmbrace adaptability and entrepreneurial thinkingDevelop skills beyond traditional pharmacy training - informatics, business, policySeek mentors and professional involvement earlyStay curious and connected to community needsLooking Ahead Dr. Blackburn envisions a healthcare future where pharmacists are key drivers of prevention, affordability, and innovation. Her story demonstrates how leadership, empathy, and initiative can transform access and outcomes for patients everywhere.About the Guest: Dr. Hillary Blackburn serves as Director of Medication Access and Affordability at Ascension Rx, is founder and host of the Talk to Your Pharmacist podcast, and author of How Pharmacists Lead. She recently joined the CDC's ACIP, representing pharmacy at the highest level of public-health decision-making.Hosts: Justin Cole and Shannon Yarosz, Cedarville University Center for Pharmacy Innovation Episode Length: 43 minutes Release Date: October 2025 Episode Number: 52Subscribe to DISRxUPT wherever you get your podcasts and visit cedarville.edu/pharmacy for more insights into innovation in pharmacy education and practice.
Beautification and Environmental Advisory Committee - City of Palm Coast
Beautification and Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting - 10/22/25 5:00 PM @ City Hall (160 Lake Avenue)
Jessica Trotman is the Assistant Town Manager of Black Mountain, North Carolina, where she leads recovery and resilience efforts following Hurricane Helene. She also serves as a Senior Consultant with the American Flood Coalition. To her work in resilience, Jessica brings 15 years of experience in sustainability, planning, stormwater, public health and public administration. She serves in multiple advisory roles, including the North Carolina Flood Resiliency Blueprint advisory committee and Resilience subcommittee of the Governorʼs Advisory Committee on Western North Carolina Recovery. Skip ahead to the following section(s): (0:00) Intro & Monthly Highlights (6:10) Conversation with Jessica Trotman (27:12) Q&A Discussion (33:33) CCL's October Actions Review Join CCL: https://cclusa.org/join October Action Sheet: https://cclusa.org/actionsheet October Meeting Slides: https://cclusa.org/october-meeting-slides Pre-Call Video: https://vimeo.com/1126279438 Register for the Fall Conference (Nov. 14-15): https://cclusa.org/fallconference
Dr. Susan Kansagra, Chief Medical Officer at ASTHO, discusses some of the downstream implications of CDC's adoption of recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices earlier this week; Dr. Holly Wilcox, founder and Director of the Center for Suicide Prevention and professor at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, shares findings from their recent suicide prevention studies focused on early intervention and child access prevention laws; ASTHO is looking for leaders from up to six jurisdictions that have been successful in preventing mental health-related harms to apply to join discussions and help shape strategies for the future; and a new ASTHO blog article describes how the U.S. Virgin Islands worked with ASTHO and the Department of the Interior to improve their grant and financial management systems. ASTHO Blog: Downstream Effects of CDC Adopting ACIP Recommendations for COVID-19 and MMRV Vaccines Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health: Center for Suicide Prevention ASTHO Web Page: Success Stories: Advancing Health Agency Capacity to Address ACEs, Suicide, Overdose, and Mental Health-Related Harms Request for Information ASTHO Blog: Improving Grants Management in the U.S. Virgin Islands: Q&A with Tatia Monell-Hewitt
Episode 204: Adult Pneumococcal Vaccines in 2025. Luz Perez (MSIV) presents all the available pneumococcal vaccines for adults. Dr. Arreaza guides the discussion about what to do with adults who have previously received pneumococcal vaccines. Written by Luz Perez, MSIV, Ross University School of Medicine. Comments by Hector Arreaza, MD.You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought to you by the Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program from Bakersfield, California, a UCLA-affiliated program sponsored by Clinica Sierra Vista, Let Us Be Your Healthcare Home. This podcast was created for educational purposes only. Visit your primary care provider for additional medical advice.Today we're answering a clinic classic: Which pneumococcal vaccine should my adult patient get—and when? This is an update of episode 90.Why pneumococcal vaccines matter?Pneumococcal vaccines prevent infections caused by the bacteria Streptococcus pneumonia. These bacteria can cause serious infections like pneumonia, meningitis, and bacteremia. In 2017, the CDC reports that there were more than 31,000 cases of pneumococcal infections and 3,500 deaths from invasive pneumococcal disease. Children are vaccinated in early childhood, before age 5, with PCV15 or PCV 20, at the age of 2, 4, 6 months and a last dose around 12-15 months. Why do we vaccinate adults?Adults are vaccinated because they're at higher risk of getting pneumococcal disease or of having worse outcomes if they do. Vaccines are important because they protect these at-risk patients and reduce the spread of infections among communities. What are the available vaccines? PCV vs PPSV.There are two pneumococcal vaccines used in practice: a polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV) and a conjugate vaccine (PCV). Both protect by targeting capsular polysaccharides from pneumococcal serotypes most often responsible for invasive disease. In simple terms, these vaccines target a part of the bacteria “coating” and create antibodies or proteins that protect the body when the strep enters the body. PPSV (polysaccharide): PPSV is made from purified pieces of the pneumococcal capsule or coating. The current vaccine PPSV23 (Pneumovax®) covers 23 serotypes (or strains) that were the leading cause of pneumococcal infections in the 1980s. PCV (conjugate): Pneumococcal conjugate vaccines (PCVs) take capsular polysaccharides from the bacterium and chemically link them to a carrier protein, which changes and strengthens the immune response. Current PCVs come in four versions: PCV13 (Prevnar 13)PCV15 (Vaxneuvance)PCV20 (Prevnar 20)PCV21 (Capvaxive) The number indicates the amount of pneumococcal capsule types covered by each vaccine. PCV21 was designed around adult disease patterns and covers many serotypes currently driving invasive disease in adults. However, it does not include serotype 4, but this serotype is covered by the PCV20 and PCV15.Who should be vaccinated? In 2024, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) updated their recommendations on Pneumococcal vaccinations for adults. Their recommendations are: Everyone 50 years or olderAdults age 19–49 with risks: chronic lung/liver disease, heart failure, diabetes; CSF leak or cochlear implant; immunocompromised states (e.g., HIV, hematologic malignancy, CKD/nephrotic syndrome); functional/anatomic asplenia.Patients with history of prior invasive pneumococcal disease: still vaccinate. What vaccine should be given for adults that have never received the Pneumococcal vaccine?For eligible adults with no prior pneumococcal vaccines, there are three choices:PCV21 oncePCV20 oncePCV15 now, followed by PPSV23 later, usually 1 year; 8 weeks if immunocompromised, CSF leak, or cochlear implant.PCV 20 or PCV21 seem more convenient. Once and done. If available, PCV21 is a great one-and-done pick for most adults because it's tailored to current adult serotypes.Serotype 4 caveat: If your patient is at higher risk for serotype 4 disease—think Navajo Nation, or folks in the Western US/Canada with substance use disorders or experiencing homelessness—choose PCV20 (or PCV15 followed by PPSV23 if PCV20 isn't available).What if the patient already received a Pneumococcal vaccine in the past?Plan depends on which vaccine they received and when.PPSV23 only: give PCV21 ≥1 year later (or PCV20 if serotype-4 risk or PCV21 unavailable).PCV10 or PCV13 only: give PCV21 (or PCV20 if PCV21 unavailable) ≥1 year later. If a PCV is not available, discuss PPSV23 now vs waiting until PCV is available.If patient receives PPSV23 now will need to return ≥1 year later to receive a PCV vaccine, and no more vaccines are needed after that.Is it safe to administer the Pneumococcal vaccine with other vaccines?Coadministration is fine with other non-pneumococcal vaccines, as long as we use different syringes and sites. Data support same-day administration of PPSV23 + influenza, and PCV20 with influenza or mRNA COVID-19 vaccines.Some patients are hesitant to receive vaccines, Are there side effects and contraindications to the vaccine?Local reactions are most common: pain/tenderness; swelling/induration (~20%); redness (~15%). Some people “baby” the arm for a couple of days. These typically resolve in 3–4 days; NSAIDs and warm compresses help.Systemic symptoms: fatigue, headache, myalgias/arthralgias, chills; fever ≥38°C is uncommon (
Send us a textDr. Zorba Paster responds to the CDC committee's (The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices) new recommendations regarding MMR and Covid-19 vaccines.(Recorded October 9, 2025)WATCH: Dr. Paster on CNN Newsroom with Paula Newton talking about doctors navigating partisan divides, and the politicization of healthcare.Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!): Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime) Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.com Web: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well!
Send us a textDr. Zorba Paster responds to the CDC committee's (The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices) new recommendations regarding MMR and Covid-19 vaccines.(Recorded October 9, 2025)WATCH: Dr. Paster on CNN Newsroom with Paula Newton talking about doctors navigating partisan divides, and the politicization of healthcare.Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!): Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime) Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.com Web: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well!
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, known as ACIP, met last week to review and update our nation's vaccine recommendations.
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My Story Talk 28 Activities Beyond Europe Welcome to Talk 28 in our series where I'm reflecting on God's goodness to me throughout my life. Looking back on it, I suppose I travelled fairly widely during the time we were at Mattersey. Apart from the many places in Europe we visited, I found myself on the Lord's business in America, Africa, and Asia, though never, incidentally in Australia. These visits, which cover the period from 1982 to 2004, were either in connection with the Pentecostal World Conference which later became the Pentecostal World Fellowship or preaching trips The Pentecostal World Conference My reason for attending the Pentecostal World Conference in Oslo in 1992 was that, because it was being held in Europe, the PEF presidium had decided to hold a committee meeting there at the same time. Eileen and I had visited Norway for the first time two years previously where we had enjoyed a holiday there before attending the EPTA conference in Lillehammer. This time, however, I was alone. During one of the mornings, I was sitting high up at the back of the auditorium and was surprised to hear my name mentioned at the close of the session. Dr Ray Hughes was asking me to see him on the platform during the coffee break. I couldn't imagine why but, of course, went to see him as requested. This was not quite as easy as it sounds because to get there I had to make my way through hundreds of people who were exiting the venue and all walking in the opposite direct from me. When I finally got there, he said to me, Oh David, as you know, you've been appointed to the Advisory Committee, and we'd like you to sit on the platform with us for the rest of the conference. Well, I knew nothing about this appointment. It was a complete surprise and when a year or so later I was elected to the Presidium it was an even greater honour. The 1995 conference was particularly special because it was held in Jerusalem. And this time Eileen came with me. We had never been in Israel before and we made sure that we saw as many of the biblical sites as possible. We had booked a tour with a Christian company and travelled in a small coach with a group of Brits who were attending the conference, and it was there that we met Ivor and Jan Maddison who were pastoring the church in Ollerton, not far from Mattersey. (We got to know Jan very well when she came to live in Brixham after Ivor had died). The tour involved a visit to Tiberias on the shore of Lake Galilee from where we visited Capernaum, took a trip across the lake in a boat like those used by Jesus' disciples and from which he calmed the storm, and had a meal on the lake shore eating ‘St. Peter's fish', so called because of the occasion where he found a coin in the fish's mouth. We went to Caesarea Philippi, a beautiful place, where Peter confessed Jesus as the Christ. We visited the place in the river Jordan where Jesus is believed to have been baptised, and further south we had a brief stop in Jericho. We travelled up from there to Jerusalem in time for the conference and of course visited Bethlehem and all the places you would expect, many of which have been spoilt by centuries of tradition and tourism. Eileen got to see Nazareth, but I missed the trip because I had to be in a presidium meeting. Highlights in Jerusalem were the Garden of Gethsemane, and the via dolorosa. But without a doubt the visit to the garden tomb was by far the most moving. It may or may not have been the actual site of Jesus' burial and resurrection, although I like to think that it was, but it was certainly a powerful reminder of the truth – Jesus is not here, he is risen! And who could forget the visit to the Upper Room and joining with other Pentecostals in speaking in tongues as the first disciples did in Acts 2? After the conference we visited Masada, floated on the Dead Sea where it's impossible to sink, and went to the cave where the Dead Sea scrolls were discovered. It was there, I think, that we paid an Arab to let us take a photo of his camel! We also visited a museum where we saw a number of ancient seals, some dating back over three thousand years, and reminding us of Paul's teaching that after we believed we were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit. So during the trip there was much to remind us of Bible times and the truth of God's word. We were glad that we went but have never had a wish to return. Eileen is now enjoying the heavenly Jerusalem and one day I will join her there. And all because of Jesus! In 1998 the conference was held in Seoul, Korea, at the vast Yoido Full Gospel Church led by David Yongghi Cho, numbering at the time some 720,000 members. We had at first thought to extend the trip and visit China and the Great Wall. Eileen had always had a great interest in China, but when it turned out that the visit was not feasible she decided not to accompany me. I had met Cho at the London world conference in 1976 when I gave him a copy of my book, Know the Truth, later to be renamed You'd Better Believe It. I was naturally interested to visit his church and to experience one of the Sunday services there. There were, I think, six services each Sunday to accommodate the vast numbers. Everything had to be organised and left little if any room for the exercise of spiritual gifts like tongues, interpretation and prophecy which we might expect in a smaller congregation. Presumably there was opportunity for such gifts to be experienced in their many home groups. The final meeting of the conference was held in the Olympic Stadium where it was estimated that over 100,000 people were in attendance. I was privileged to read from the scriptures, which I found a little difficult on this occasion as I had somehow mislaid my glasses on a visit to the Prayer Mountain and was using a pair borrowed from an English brother who was staying in the same hotel as me. During the conference it was decided to hold the next presidium meeting in Hawaii in 1999. The reasoning seemed to be that as Hawaii is in the Pacific Ocean it was not too far from either Asia or America. However, no one considered the inconvenience for anyone travelling from Europe! But as I was the only European on the presidium I could hardly object. So that is how I came to fly to Hawaii, a 24 hour journey each way, for a three-day committee meeting! The purpose was to plan for the 2001 conference which was to be held in Los Angeles. Fortunately, the meeting finished a day early and I had a day to spare before flying home. This gave me the opportunity to take a minibus tour of the island, visiting among other things Pearl Harbour and a tropical rain forest. I also experienced macadamia nuts for the first time and learnt that the name comes a Scot named Macadam who first discovered them and who also invented tarmac! Eileen was able to travel with me for the Los Angeles conference in 2001 and in the week before the conference we both enjoyed a short holiday staying with Brian and Ann Lee, old friends from Retford who had emigrated to La Verne just a few miles from L.A. It was good to renew fellowship with them and to preach in their local AoG church. At the conference itself I had been asked to chair a theological seminar at which Roger Stronstad, a Canadian scholar whose writings I greatly admired, was to be one of the speakers. The subject was the baptism in the Holy Spirit, and at the last minute, I was asked to be the other speaker deputising for an American brother who was unable to attend. I was so grateful to the Lord for the opportunity he gave me to speak at the conference and the help he gave me to do so. The last world conference we attended was in South Africa in 2004. This conference was in many ways different from all the others. In the opening meeting the delegates were warmly welcomed by the President of South Africa, Thabo Mbeke who had been deputy president under Nelson Mandela from 1994 to 1999 and served as president from '99 to 2008. Eileen felt particularly honoured as she was seated right next to him on the front row! But much more important was the fact that so many participants were from African countries, and the meetings were marked by the freedom of expression so typical of African worship and so different from the formalism we have seen elsewhere even in some Pentecostal meetings. It was something we were to see much more of in later visits to Africa in the years that followed my retirement from Mattersey, After the conference we hired a car and travelled to the Africa School of Missions founded by Paul Alexander, my newly appointed successor at Mattersey. We broke our journey at Witbank where I preached at two services on the Sunday, travelling on to ASM on the Monday where we were warmly welcomed by the staff. They asked us if we were planning to visit the Kruger National Park, and, when we said no, one of them kindly phoned a relative who worked there and arranged for us to stay for a few nights at Skukuza, one of the safari lodges in the park. Our accommodation was in an extremely comfortable one-room apartment that looked something like a traditional African hut with a thatched roof. The restaurants served excellent food which was relatively inexpensive and offered views overlooking the wonderful wildlife. We enjoyed every moment we spent at Skukuza, especially when a company of mongooses ran across the compound in single file right in front of us. But of course it was driving outside the safari park that we saw most of the wildlife. It was early spring in the southern hemisphere, and the leaves had only just begun to appear on the trees and bushes, making it easy to spot whatever animals and birds happened to be in the area. We travelled miles each day, taking care to obey the instruction never to get out of the car except in specially designated safe places. We were also glad that the car had good air-conditioning because it was often important to ensure the windows were closed. On one occasion we stopped to watch a group of baboons in the road just ahead of us and I closed the electric windows. However, I had momentarily forgotten that, unlike our car at home, our hire car had electric windows only at the front. We only realised the back ones were still open when a large baboon leapt in onto the back seat attempting to steal our lunch! I turned round and shouted in a loud voice – Eileen later told the grandchildren that Grandad roared like a lion – and thank God, the animal obeyed! Both we and our lunch were safe. After that, we never opened the back windows again for the rest of the trip. Apart from that, the remainder of our stay there was relatively uneventful. We loved it so much that when I was back at ASM a few years later I borrowed a car and went back there. Our visit was far too short but was the highlight of our trip to South Africa. We were particularly grateful that in such a short time we had managed to see the big five – lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo, a wonderful ending to our last Pentecostal World Conference. Preaching trips But of course my travels beyond Europe were not limited to my role in the Pentecostal World Fellowship. There were preaching trips as well. At first, these centred on the USA where I combined preaching with raising funds for our building project. An American AoG pastor named Paul Curtis had a burden for Britain came to see me on one of his trips to England and said he would like to help raise funds for our new Hall of Residence. So at Paul's invitation, in February '82 I spent ten days preaching in AoG churches in North Carolina with a view to returning in mid-May for a period of four weeks. I enjoyed the trip in February, and the Lord blessed my ministry, and about £1400 was raised towards our building fund. Hopefully the trip in May-June would be more fruitful in that respect. I was looking forward to it and had bought my flights in advance as that was more economical. But only a few weeks before the trip Paul contacted me to apologise and tell me that he had been unable to arrange a suitable itinerary for me and that he felt that the time was not right. But I had already bought non-refundable tickets for flights both ways! And I had already planned the timetable at Mattersey to enable me to be away from the college throughout that period! After praying about it I contacted John and Sara Miles who were by then living in Naperville, Illinois, and asked their advice. Sara suggested that I was in a situation like Abraham's when he set off not knowing where the Lord would lead him. So I used the air tickets to fly as far as New York and paid the extra to fly on to Chicago where John and Sara collected me from O'Hare airport on May the 18th. When I arrived they told me that they had contacted Richard Dortch, the Superintendent of the Illinois AoG, and that he was arranging an itinerary for me around Illinois where I was already known through my three visits back in the seventies. I stayed with John and Sara until 6th July preaching in churches in the Chicago area on Sundays and Wednesday evenings. These included Yorkville, Palatine, Dekalb, Naperville, and Lake Villa as well as Chicago itself. I also spent a day at Wheaton College, had lunch with John, who was now a French professor there, and with Peter Kuzmic from Yugoslavia, and saw the wardrobe made famous in C.S. Lewis's The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. On Thursday the 27th I flew via Denver to San José, California, to visit Bethany Bible College. Dick Foth, who had been the pastor in Urbana where I first preached on my visit to the States in 1972, was now the President of Bethany and I had a couple of useful days with him visiting the college and comparing notes. I had an interesting experience flying back on the Saturday. The weather was extremely hot and everyone else was dressed in shorts and T shirts. I, however, was still wearing my jacket. As I was waiting in the queue to check in, an airline official approached me and said, Excuse me, sir. I wonder if you can help me. We're overbooked in Economy Class, and as you seem to be a suitable gentleman, I wonder if you would mind travelling First Class. Would I mind! It was the first and only time I have travelled First Class and, although I could never justify the expense of doing so, I was more than happy to enjoy the experience at no extra cost to myself. On 6th June I left Naperville and flew to Urbana where I preached on the Sunday and where my old friend Jim Hall was now the pastor. The next day I flew to Springfield MO to visit two other AoG colleges, Evangel College and Central Bible College, as well as the Graduate School located in the AoG Headquarters in Boonville Avenue. When I returned to Urbana on the Friday, Jim Hall had arranged an English Evening where I talked about the spiritual state of the UK and taught the Americans how to make a proper cup of tea! On the Sunday morning, I preached in Normal, where Marvin Foulkes was the pastor. I had preached for Marvin back in '72 and '74 and was delighted to see how much the church had grown since then. In the evening, I preached in Decatur from where I flew back to Chicago ready for my return to England the next day. Looking back on it, I felt that the trip had been very worthwhile, not just because it raised about $5000 for our college, but because of the opportunity it gave me to visit and learn from other AoG colleges and expand my vision for Mattersey. I was very grateful to Richard Dortch for making it possible. A year later I met Dortch in Portugal at the opening of the new chapel in the Bible College in Fanhões, near Lisbon, and he shared with me that he was soon likely to become the Executive Vice-President at PTL, the centre of Jimmy and Tammy Bakker's ministry, and he invited me to preach for a week on their TV station. This took place in 1985 and during our stay Eileen, Jonathan, and I were treated to the luxurious accommodation of the Heritage Grand Hotel. And we came home with a significant sum of money for our building fund. We were, of course, very grateful for their hospitality and generosity, but I confess I was not really comfortable about so much luxury. Coming to terms with the cultural differences and levels of poverty or prosperity we see around the world is by no means easy. The riches of America were in stark contrast with the poverty I was to see in India less than a year later. But I'll tell you about that next time.
This week on the Boxoffice podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk recap the opening weekend performance of Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another, cover the latest news in exhibition, and preview the October slate—including the surprise addition of Taylor Swift | The Official Release Party of a Showgirl.What to Listen For00:00 Intro 00:28 PTA's One Battle After Another01:02 Press Screening Reactions (Smashing Machine)02:11 PTA Box Office & Career High02:53 Warner Bros. Hot Streak04:22 Hollywood Tariff Threats07:55 Advisory Committee & Industry Response08:17 October Preview Kickoff09:07 Taylor Swift: Life of a Showgirl (AMC Event)10:56 A24's The Smashing Machine with Dwayne Johnson13:37 Avatar: The Way of Water Re-Release13:57 Daniel Day-Lewis in M&A15:12 Horror Spotlight: Bone Lake (Bleecker Street)16:22 Tron: Ares Preview18:14 Paramount's Ruman (Channing Tatum)19:07 A24's If I Had Legs I'd Kick You19:42 Sony Faith-Based Soul on Fire20:22 Netflix Thriller House of Dynamite21:03 Musical Adaptation Kiss of the Spider Woman21:54 Universal's Black Phone 223:47 Lionsgate's Good Fortune (Keanu Reeves)24:42 Angel Studios' Truth and Treason25:13 Amazon/MGM's After the Hunt26:42 Kelly Reichardt's The Mastermind27:22 Chainsaw Man: The Movie (Anime)28:23 Paramount's Regretting You (Colleen Hoover)29:02 Bruce Springsteen Biopic Deliver Me From Nowhere31:43 Richard Linklater's Rogers & Hart Film32:52 Yorgos Lanthimos Sci-Fi Remake
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast:Dr. Robert Malone, is a bioethicist who is an internationally recognized scientist in virology and immunology. He was appointed to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices by HHS Secretary Kennedy.
Prior to coming to NYU, Dr. Caplan was the Sidney D. Caplan Professor of Bioethics at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in Philadelphia, where he created the Center for Bioethics and the Department of Medical Ethics. He has also taught at the University of Minnesota, where he founded the Center for Biomedical Ethics; the University of Pittsburgh; and Columbia University. He received his PhD from Columbia University. Dr. Caplan is the author or editor of 35 books and more than 880 papers in peer reviewed journals. His books include Vaccination Ethics and Policy, with Jason Schwartz, and, Getting to Good: Research Integrity in Biomedicine, with Barbara Redman. He has served on a number of national and international committees including as the chair of the National Cancer Institute Biobanking Ethics Working Group; chair of the Advisory Committee to the United Nations on Human Cloning; and chair of the Advisory Committee to the Department of Health and Human Services on Blood Safety and Availability. He has also served on the Presidential Advisory Committee on Gulf War Illnesses, the Special Advisory committee to the International Olympic Committee on Genetics and Gene therapy, the Special Advisory Panel to the National Institutes of Mental Health on Human Experimentation on Vulnerable Subjects, the Wellcome Trust Advisory Panel on Research in Humanitarian Crises, and as the co-director of the Joint Council of Europe/United Nations Study on Trafficking in Organs and Body Parts.
California Passes Law Allowing State to Set Its Own Vaccine Guidance In a landmark move, California has passed a new law (AB 144, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom on September 17, 2025) that gives the state authority to establish its own vaccine schedules and related policies — rather than being bound by federal guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Here's a breakdown of what the law does, why it was enacted, and how it fits into a broader trend among U.S. states. Key Provisions of the Law Some of the main changes under AB 144: It establishes a baseline for vaccine coverage based on the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendations as of January 1, 2025. It authorizes the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) to modify or supplement those baseline recommendations, using guidance from independent medical organizations (like the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, etc.). It requires that state-regulated insurance plans (including Medi-Cal) cover vaccines that the state health department endorses under its guidance — meaning no copays for many Californians under those plans for state-recommended vaccines. It gives CA authority to act more independently of federal advisory bodies when those are perceived by state leadership to be compromised or less trustworthy. Why This Law Was Enacted Several reasons motivated the push for this law: Concerns over federal changes: The law reflects growing concern in California (and some other states) that recent shifts at the federal level — including reconstitution of advisory panels, changes in vaccine eligibility criteria, and what state officials view as politicization of public health — have undermined trust in the CDC's recommendations... Click Here or Click the link below for more details! https://naturallyrecoveringautism.com/230
OIN SHERI HORN HASAN @ FOR THIS WEEK'S ASTROLOGICALLY SPEAKING PODCAST WHICH DROPS SEPTEMBER 26 @ https://www.karmicevolution.com/astrologically-speakingSome astro transits are fleeting but all are part of a cycle—astrology is, after all, the study of cycles! The one that's most prevalent right now is clearly represented by the repercussions of the recent Mars in Scorpio third quarter waning “crisis in consciousness” square to Pluto in Aquarius which perfected on September 24. The repercussions triggered by this Mars/Pluto square are clearly upon us now, especially here in the U.S. Don't forget that when you put Mars & Pluto together—whether its through aspects between the two or aspects between planets in their ruled signs of Aries & Scorpio—you can pretty much be assured the energies are going to be about one or more of the following subjects: money, power, control, secrets, sex, anger, &/or violence.That's why astrologer Rob Hand defines this square in his book “Planets In Transit” as a time that heralds “a serious conflict between individual energies & the energies of a group.” This becomes more obviously prevalent now because Pluto is in Uranus-ruled Aquarius, the sign of groups. “Transit cycles involving Pluto have a strange way of producing total destruction of your own ends if you take illegitimate shortcuts,” Hand continues. However, “the consequences of your deceptive actions will not be apparent until the next time transiting Mars either conjoins or opposes Pluto.” Hand is, of course, speaking of the transit of Mars to one's natal Pluto. However, I have found his description of aspects between transiting planets often to be as accurate in energetic terms as a transit to a natal chart planet. At the least, he captures the essence of the potential manifestation of archetypal aspect combinations be they solely in the sky or affecting the natal.And don't forget astrologer Michael Lutin's teaching that whenever an aspect in the sky echoes one in your individual chart, you will experience a “recurrence” of that energy.I can pretty much guarantee that there are plenty of Mars/Pluto frictional aspects in the natal charts of sexual abuse victims, such as those trafficked by sexual predator Jeffrey Epstein, though there are likely other astrological indications specific to each as well. Anybody recognize how a recurrence of Mars/Pluto energy entered the collective since a number of his victims spoke out about his abuse on the steps of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. recently? And how this week's election of a new Congresswoman in Arizona put the Epstein issue front & center back in the news?According to The Hill publication on Sept 25: “Lawmakers in both parties fighting to force the Trump administration to release all the federal files on Jeffrey Epstein took a big step closer to their goal this week. Adelita Grijalva's victory on Tuesday in a special House election in southern Arizona sends another Democrat to Capitol Hill — and secures the deciding 218th signature on a discharge petition designed to compel the Justice Department to disclose the still-concealed documents related to the late child sex offender.”THERE WERE INCIDENTS & ACCIDENTS, HINTS & ALLEGATIONSRegardless, since this Mars/Pluto square—which represents the waning third quarter “crisis in consciousness” portion of the Mars/Pluto synodic cycle which began with their conjunction at 0'46” AQ on Feb 14, 2024—we've seen numerous related incidents that reflect its energies pretty accurately.“Incidents” that cannot be ignored here in America if we are to preserve our democratic system of three independent branches of government which are currently now being dissolved & destroyed under the U.S. Pluto return's ongoing energies, along with that of the current Saturn/Neptune conjunction & its cycle in Aries.Incidents such as U.S. president's statement “I hate my enemies” at Charlie Kirk's funeral, which clearly invites others to do the same. Incidents like governmentally-driven suppression of free speech & the decision by the CDC to recommend Covid vaccines ONLY to anyone over 65 or with a verifiable health issue. And then there's the agency's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) panel vote to restrict children's access to a measles-mumps-rubella vaccine known as MMRV. The panel also postponed a vote on whether all newborns should get the hepatitis B shot. Incidents such as the DoJ's indictment of former FBI director James Comey on charges even the DoJ says won't stick. Incidents such as the FBI dropping its bribery case against the now immigration czar Tom Homan who last year secretly accepted a bag filled with $50K in cash in return for “favors” when he entered government in 2025.Incidents such as learning the Secret Service dismantled a covert telecommunications network spread across five locations in the New York area that contained a system also used to transmit assassination threats against senior U.S. officials during the gathering of the world's dignitaries at the United Nations in New York City this past week.And, neither last nor least, incidents such as the looming U.S. government shutdown on October 1 based on the inability of Congress to do the “Libra thang” & negotiate & compromise to avoid such a catastrophe. Mars square Pluto doesn't compromise, after all…it's about power and those who get hurt in the process be damned…THE HANDWRITING ON THE WALLWe arrived at the first Mars/Pluto waxing first quarter “crisis in action” square on June 11, 2024, & it was July 1, 2024, when the Supreme Court granted U.S. presidents “immunity from criminal liability for…official acts,” according to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU.) Thus began the time of “a serious conflict between individual energies & the energies of a group,” as Rob Hand puts it. On November 3, 2024, the day before the U.S. presidential election, Mars made its first exact opposition to Pluto. Because of Mars' retrograde period, these two opposed again late on January 2/early Jan 3, 2025, & then one more time on April 26 of this year.Rob Hand describes a Mars/Pluto opposition thusly: “If you are tempted to gain control over others, be very careful. Eventually you might find yourself opposed by everyone whom you have ever tried to rule.” Certainly sounds like something that ultimately manifested as the massive “No Kings” protest rallies around the nation, no?Meanwhile, the next time Mars & Pluto conjoin to begin a new synodic cycle will be at 3'34” Aquarius on January 27, 2026. So it's between now & then that we'll be experiencing the waning quarter of this current cycle between the two which, again, denotes a time of conflict between those in power & the energies of a group.The U.S. Pluto return brings us back to the origins (read: birth) of America, which clearly did not happen without a fight. Taxation of the colonists by the British monarchy clearly helped ignite the American Revolution, which began in 1775 & lasted until peace was formally declared in 1783.It then took the colonists' "founding fathers" until 1789 to construct a constitution, create three co-equal branches of government, inaugurate the first U.S. president & seat the first Supreme Court justices. As we look at what's happening now, especially the repercussions of the waning square of Mars in Scorpio to Pluto in Aquarius those who are paying attention can clearly see the handwriting on the wall…The question becomes: Do we want to be puppets on a string, or stand up & fight back? Even if it took something as seemingly superficial as the censoring of a late-night talk show comedian to wake the masses up, it nevertheless sparked a revolution against suppression of our democratic rights. The waning portion of this Mars/Pluto cycle advises: Don't let that spark die as the winds of suppression try to snuff it out… Tune in to all of this & more Astro News You Can Use starting today @ https://www.karmicevolution.com/astrologically-speakingincluding the upcoming September 29 first-quarter lunar monthly square & Mercury in Libra's cardinal square to Jupiter in Cancer October 1, as we wax toward the exact Eris/Chiron conjunction in Aries October 9! See you then! Namaste…
About this episode: An overwhelming majority of Americans support vaccines, particularly routine childhood immunizations for preventable diseases like measles, mumps, and rubella. But misinformation is obscuring the scientific evidence on vaccine safety and efficacy. In this episode: Michael Osterholm, one of the founding members of the Vaccine Integrity Project, talks about his work to uplift science-backed research and offers a readout on the most recent meeting of the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. Guest: Michael Osterholm, PhD, MPH, is an author and epidemiologist who serves as the director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota. He is one of the founders of the Vaccine Integrity Project, an initiative safeguarding vaccine access by reviewing and sharing scientific evidence. Host: Stephanie Desmon, MA, is a former journalist, author, and the director of public relations and communications for the Johns Hopkins Center for Communication Programs. Show links and related content: CDC advisers weaken COVID vaccine recommendations but stop short of requiring prescriptions—CIDRAP Poll: 79% of Americans Support Routine Childhood Vaccine Requirements—de Beaumont Concerned about US vaccine misinformation and access, public health experts start Vaccine Integrity Project—CNN Transcript information: Looking for episode transcripts? Open our podcast on the Apple Podcasts app (desktop or mobile) or the Spotify mobile app to access an auto-generated transcript of any episode. Closed captioning is also available for every episode on our YouTube channel. Contact us: Have a question about something you heard? Looking for a transcript? Want to suggest a topic or guest? Contact us via email or visit our website. Follow us: @PublicHealthPod on Bluesky @JohnsHopkinsSPH on Instagram @JohnsHopkinsSPH on Facebook @PublicHealthOnCall on YouTube Here's our RSS feed Note: These podcasts are a conversation between the participants, and do not represent the position of Johns Hopkins University.
Ever wondered what really happens behind closed boardroom doors when leaders are faced with uncomfortable truths, especially when speaking up could cost them their job? This conversation isn't just about corporate buzzwords or performative change. It's an unfiltered look at how fear quietly shapes decisions, and how a handful of micro-courage moments can actually flip the script for whole organizations. If you think courage at work is all about bold speeches, think again. There's a twist here that might just change the way you see your own leadership, and what's possible for your team. Ready to find out what most leaders are missing (and why it matters now more than ever)? In this episode, you will be able to: Discover how cultivating courage in the workplace can unlock bold decisions that drive real growth and innovation. Learn strategies to overcome fear in leadership that empower you to lead with confidence and authenticity. Build people-first cultures that inspire loyalty, boost morale, and create teams ready to tackle any challenge. Master emotional intelligence and respectful communication to transform workplace relationships and fuel collaboration. My special guests are Kristen Kavanaugh, Mike Randolph Kristen Kavanaugh brings a wealth of real-world leadership experience shaped by roles that truly matter, from her time as Senior Director of Inclusion, Talent, and Learning at Tesla to her service as a Naval Academy graduate and veteran. As Founder and CEO of The Agency Initiative, Kristen focuses on helping leaders and organizations step up with courage, not just when it's easy, but when the pressure is on and the stakes are high. She's also served as Vice Chair for the Department of Defense's first-ever Advisory Committee on Diversity and Inclusion, showing her commitment to building workplaces where everyone can thrive. Mike Randolph is the Co-Founder and COO of The Agency Initiative and a strategic leader with expertise in operational effectiveness and holistic people development. Most recently, Mike held a senior position at YETI, leading and designing Talent Experience programs. Prior to that, he led the Talent Management and Leadership Development organizations at Tesla where he integrated courageous leadership practices into the people systems and programs that accelerated growth. The key moments in this episode are:00:05:17 - Understanding Fear in Leadership and Organizational Culture 00:07:04 - Fear-Based vs Courageous Leadership: Lessons from Tesla 00:10:05 - The Impact of Fear-Based Leadership on Organizations and Society 00:13:11 - The Normalization of Fear and Surveillance in the Workplace 00:15:53 - Leadership Examples Challenging Toxic Normalization 00:17:17 - The Business Case for Protecting Rights and Embracing Diversity 00:19:11 - Leading with Empathy during Crisis and Uncertainty 00:23:02 - The Agency Loop: Courage as the Fuel for Authentic Leadership 00:25:55 - Cultivating Agency, Authenticity, and Growth in Leadership 00:28:00 - Building Courage and Resilience in High-Speed Environments 00:31:00 - Listening to Understand: A Foundation for Authentic DEI Efforts 00:33:00 - Addressing Burnout and Learning Agility in Today's Workforce 00:35:00 - Embracing Curiosity and Courage to Drive Inclusive Leadership 00:38:42 - The Importance of Diverse Leadership Reflecting Customer Needs 00:40:29 - Navigating Cultural Differences and Building Peace at Tesla 00:42:18 - Anchoring Leadership in a Shared Mission to Overcome Conflict 00:44:08 - Courageous Leadership Amid Fear and Toxicity in the Workplace Connect with Kristen Kavanaugh and Mike Randolph Follow on Instagram at @courageoverfearbook, @mikerandolph.official, and @kristenkavanaugh.official for updates and community engagement. Purchase the book at courageoverfearbook.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
An advisory committee for the Centers for Disease Control made changes to vaccine recommendations in a meeting last week that was described in media reports as tense and chaotic. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices or ACIP changed advice on COVID vaccines to a "shared decision-making model." It also changed its recommendation regarding the combined childhood vaccine for measles, mumps, rubella and varicella or chicken pox (MMRV). The committee recommended that children under 4 not be given the MMRV vaccine and instead recommended an MMR vaccine and a separate shot for varicella (chicken pox). The committee tabled a decision on whether to delay the birth dose of the Hepatitis B vaccine for newborns. To begin Wednesday's “Sound of Ideas,” we're going to talk about the recommendations coming out of the ACIP meeting and what those recommendations mean for those seeking COVID-19 or the MMRV vaccine. Later, Brian Katulis, a senior fellow at the Middle East Institute joins the program to talk about the Trump administration's foreign policy in that region.
Summary In this conversation, Leah Wilson and Valerie Borek discuss the recent changes in the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) under Secretary Bobby Kennedy. They explore the implications of a new vaccine advisory committee, the importance of transparency in vaccine discussions, and the historical context of vaccine schedules. The conversation delves into the controversies surrounding combination vaccines, the MMRV vaccine, and the evolving public perception of vaccines, particularly in light of COVID-19. They emphasize the need for informed consent and the challenges faced by healthcare providers in navigating vaccine policies. Topics Covered:
Hilary Gerzhoy is a partner at HWG LLP, where she represents lawyers, law firms, legal tech companies, and in-house counsel navigating the full range of legal ethics matters. She serves as outside general counsel to law firms nationwide, advising on risk management, conflicts and disqualification, and firm formations and dissolutions. Hilary is the Chair of the D.C. Bar Rules of Professional Conduct Review Committee, a member of the ABA's Ethics and Professional Responsibility Committee, and was appointed by the judges of the D.C. Circuit to serve on the D.C. Circuit's Advisory Committee on Admissions and Grievances. She also teaches legal ethics as an adjunct professor at Georgetown University Law Center. Hilary has published more than forty articles on developments in legal ethics and her work has been featured in the Chicago Tribune, Bloomberg Law, The National Law Journal, Law.com, Law360, the Washington Lawyer, and LexisNexis. WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS EPISODE ABOUT ETHICS TROUBLE FOR LAWYERS Most lawyers work hard to serve their clients well, and part of that commitment means staying alert to ethical challenges. Questions around conflicts, supervision, or new technology don't have to turn into problems – if you know how to spot and address them early. As a lawyer who advises firms across the country on professional responsibility, Hilary Gerzhoy helps attorneys do exactly that. She guides clients through bar complaints and malpractice claims, but more importantly, she shows them how to avoid those situations in the first place. In this episode of The Lawyer's Edge Podcast, Elise Holtzman talks with Hilary about the most common ethics missteps, how disciplinary actions differ from malpractice suits, and the practical steps you can take to safeguard your reputation. 1:25 — Hilary's background and role in legal ethics 2:19 — The two types of risk lawyers face: disciplinary vs malpractice 2:46 — How bar complaints get filed and investigated 4:28 — Range of sanctions, from private admonishments to disbarment 5:50 — Key differences between malpractice suits and bar complaints 8:20 — Why “the cover-up is worse than the crime” 9:28 — Why malpractice suits often turn into bar complaints 12:40 — Common triggers for bar complaints (including money issues) 18:05 — When conflicts of interest create ethics problems 25:12 — How firms can reduce risk with better supervision and systems 30:44 — The role of technology, including AI, in malpractice and ethics risk 36:17 — Steps lawyers can take to mitigate mistakes in real time 44:44 — Why hiding errors can have career-ending consequences 45:20 — Building a firm culture where people can admit mistakes Mentioned In Good Lawyers, Bad Outcomes: How Lawyers Can Avoid Ethics Trouble HWG LLP Hilary Gerzhoy on LinkedIn Get connected with the coaching team: hello@thelawyersedge.com The Lawyer's Edge SPONSOR FOR THIS EPISODE Today's episode is brought to you by the Ignite Women's Business Development Accelerator, a 9-month business development program created BY women lawyers for women lawyers. Ignite is a carefully designed business development program containing content, coaching, and a community of like-minded women who are committed to becoming rainmakers AND supporting the retention and advancement of other women in the profession. If you are interested in either participating in the program or sponsoring a woman in your firm to enroll, learn more about Ignite and sign up for our registration alerts by visiting www.thelawyersedge.com/ignite.
In this episode of the Watchung Booksellers Podcast, we feature the launch event for Bobbi Brown's memoir Still Bobbi. In this lively and heartwarming conversation, Bobbi discussed her book, her businesses, and her life in Montclair with business leader Carolyn Everson.Bobbi Brown is a renowned makeup artist and entrepreneur, best-selling author, sought after speaker, beauty industry icon, and a hotelier. She founded two successful cosmetic brands: Bobbi Brown Cosmetics and more recently created the clean beauty brand Jones Road. She also envisioned and now operates The George Hotel in Montclair, NJ. Bobbi made the TIME100 “Most Influential People in the World” list and was also named one of Fortune's Most Powerful Women and Forbes' "50 Over 50" Most Influential Women. She has received the Glamour Woman of the Year Award, The Fashion Group International Night of Stars Beauty Award, and The Jackie Robinson Foundation's ROBIE Humanitarian Award. She was appointed to serve on the Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and has been inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame. She received a BFA from Emerson College and holds honorary doctorates from Montclair State University, Fashion Institute of Technology, Monmouth University, and Emerson College.Carolyn Everson is a Senior Advisor at Permira, one of the world's largest investment firms and Boston Consulting Group. Carolyn has decades of experience in senior operating roles in consumer facing technology and media companies. She most recently was President of Instacart. Prior to Instacart, she was the Vice President, Global Business Group at Facebook (Meta) where she led a team of over 4,000 people in over 55 countries and was responsible for over $60B in revenue. She has been named to AdWeek's 'AdWeek 50' every year since 2013, and in 2015, she topped Business Insider's list of the Most Powerful Women in Advertising. She has also been included twice on Fortune's '40 Under 40' list.Books:A full list of the books and authors mentioned in this episode is available here. Register for Upcoming Events.The Watchung Booksellers Podcast is produced by Kathryn Counsell and Marni Jessup and is recorded at Watchung Booksellers in Montclair, NJ. The show is edited by Kathryn Counsell. Original music is composed and performed by Violet Mujica. Art & design and social media by Evelyn Moulton. Research and show notes by Caroline Shurtleff. Thanks to all the staff at Watchung Booksellers and The Kids' Room! If you liked our episode please like, follow, and share! Stay in touch!Email: wbpodcast@watchungbooksellers.comSocial: @watchungbooksellersSign up for our newsletter to get the latest on our shows, events, and book recommendations!
The Advisory Committee on Capitol security met Monday and heard about gun restrictions, screenings and other safety measures in capitols around the country. A professor at Minnesota State University in Mankato is catching heat for online comments.This is an MPR News Evening update, hosted by Jacob Aloi. Theme music is by Gary Meister. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.
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In this week's Healthcare Preview, Debbie Curtis and Rodney Whitlock join Erin Fuller to discuss where Congress is at in their battle to fund the government as the September 30th deadline quickly approaches, as well as an overview of last week's highly-anticipated Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting.
Good morning from Pharma and Biotech daily: the podcast that gives you only what's important to hear in Pharma e Biotech world. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) has changed its recommendations for the MMRV vaccine for children under four, advising that the measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine be administered separately from the chickenpox vaccine. The committee is also expected to make changes to the childhood schedule for hepatitis B and COVID-19 vaccines. Replimune's stock has crashed after uncertainty surrounding the regulatory path for its tumor destroyer therapy, while a House bill has reignited hope for the FDA's rare pediatric priority review voucher program. Bluebird Bio has rebranded as Genetix Biotherapeutics following a private equity buyout, and Sino Biological has introduced a high-throughput platform for AI-driven antibody discovery. Several pharmaceutical companies have announced layoffs, impacting thousands of jobs.
Welcome back to Dr. M's Women & Children First, where we explore the front lines of children's health and what matters most for our families. Today I'm honored to bring you Dr. Paul A. Offit, the Director of the Vaccine Education Center and Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Infectious Diseases at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. He also holds the Maurice R. Hilleman Professorship of Vaccinology at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Offit is a globally recognized expert in virology and immunology. He has served on the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices and FDA's Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee. He's co-editor of the seminal vaccine textbook Vaccines, and for decades has been one of the clearest scientific voices defending evidence, transparency, and children's health. This week, we'll dig into COVID, vaccine policy, and what's ahead for children in light of the latest shifts. Among current headlines: Healthy children and pregnant women are no longer being uniformly recommended for COVID vaccines by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a decision that's stirring debate among pediatricians and public health experts like Dr. Offit. He's sharply voiced concerns about removing key vaccine recommendations without new data, and about the broader implications of loosening vaccine guidance for the public good. In this conversation, we'll cover: What the science says now about bivalent COVID vaccines in kids How recent policy changes affect vaccine access, trust, and safety What parents need to know—what's changed, what's stable, and what remains uncertain This is my third time talking with Dr. Offit, and as always, I expect you'll leave with clarity, evidence, and questions worth sharing. I hope you enjoy this conversation. Let's dive in. Dr. M
Last Week, the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunisation Practices met to review childhood vaccination recommendations in the US. The committee, whose members were appointed by anti-vaccination US Secretary of Health Robert F Kennedy Jr, have voted on a variety of recommendations for child vaccinations and restrictions of vaccinations from COVID-19 to Measles and Mumps immunisations. This move has been met with concern, both over the implications for the health and wellbeing of children and the public, and what it means for one of the most prominent countries and advisory bodies to make such a move. In particular, the move itself was rife with confusion, with the advisory committee being ill-equipped to review the recommendations. Monday Wire Producer Alex spoke to Associate Professor at the University of Auckland, Helen Petousis-Harris, about the confused and muddled recommendations, what they mean for public health, and what this says about the state of vaccine regulation.
USA TODAY Congressional Reporter Zach Schermele has the latest from Capitol Hill where the possibility of a government shutdown looms.President Donald Trump has created new immigration fees, including a "gold card" for foreigners to pay $1 million to remain in the country permanently.The Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices gives new guidance on the MMRV vaccine for young children, while falling short of clear recommendations on eligibility for COVID-19 shots.USA TODAY National Correspondent Michael Collins talks about some concerns from the right amid efforts to shut down and seek retribution against those who have mocked Charlie Kirk's death or have been openly critical of his hardline political views.Charlie Kirk will be remembered Sunday in Arizona.Have feedback on the show? Please send us an email at podcasts@usatoday.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The CDC’s vaccine advisory committee, restructured by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., proposed new guidelines. It voted to delay hepatitis B shots for newborns and recommended against giving the MMRV combo vaccine to children under 4. COVID-19 vaccine guidance is pending, sparking concern among pediatricians and public health groups. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Broeske & Musson' on all platforms: --- The ‘Broeske & Musson Podcast’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- ‘Broeske & Musson' Weekdays 9-11 AM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Facebook | Podcast| X | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It is a big week that may change vaccine guidance and access. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices began a two-day meeting to discuss and vote on various recommendations. It's being watched closely because the committee was completely overhauled by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Ali Rogin discussed more with Dr. Tom Frieden, the CDC director under President Obama. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
About this episode: The FDA has long convened scientifically rigorous advisory committees to review data and offer recommendations for regulating a range of food and drug products. However, it has recently pulled back and leaned heavily into ad-hoc “expert panels” that are not held to the same standards. In this episode: Caleb Alexander, an epidemiologist and drug safety expert who has served on over a dozen FDA advisory committees, raises concerns about the lack of transparency and accountability in these new panels and suggests that their lax standards might undermine the agency's credibility. Guest: Dr. G. Caleb Alexander, MS, is a practicing internist and drug safety expert at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Host: Lindsay Smith Rogers, MA, is the producer of the Public Health On Call podcast, an editor for Expert Insights, and the director of content strategy for the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Show links and related content: The FDA's pivot from ad comms to ‘expert' panels is bad medicine—STAT An FDA panel spread misinformation about SSRI use in pregnancy, alarming doctors—NPR Learn About FDA Advisory Committees—FDA Transcript Information: Looking for episode transcripts? Open our podcast on the Apple Podcasts app (desktop or mobile) or the Spotify mobile app to access an auto-generated transcript of any episode. Closed captioning is also available for every episode on our YouTube channel. Contact us: Have a question about something you heard? Looking for a transcript? Want to suggest a topic or guest? Contact us via email or visit our website. Follow us: @PublicHealthPod on Bluesky @JohnsHopkinsSPH on Instagram @JohnsHopkinsSPH on Facebook @PublicHealthOnCall on YouTube Here's our RSS feed Note: These podcasts are a conversation between the participants, and do not represent the position of Johns Hopkins University.
Dr. Susan Kansagra, Chief Medical Officer at ASTHO, discusses updates to federal health initiatives that continue to impact public health agencies, including the latest report from the Make America Health Again Commission and recent activity regarding vaccines; Tiffany Day, Public Health Specialist with the Henry County Health Department in Ohio, previews what she'll discuss as a speaker during ASTHO's Succession Planning webinar session tomorrow, and highlights how succession planning can enhance the existing public health workforce; it's Telehealth Awareness Week and ASTHO's resource page has everything your department needs to expand its telehealth initiatives; and applications are now open for the second cohort of the Leadership Exchange for Adolescent Health Promotion Plus Community of Practice, which can help health agencies advance health education. U.S. Dept of HHS: MAHA Commission Unveils Sweeping Strategy to Make Our Children Healthy Again U.S. Dept of HHS: CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices to Meet September 18-19 ASTHO Blog: Levers for Preventing Chronic Disease That Intersect with Key MAHA Report Themes ASTHO Web Page: Telehealth ASTHO Webinar: Succession Planning Part 2 of 3: Laying the Groundwork ASTHO Web Page: Leadership Exchange for Adolescent Health Promotion Plus (LEAHP+) Community of Practice Cohort 2
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Freddie Sayers speaks with Dr. Martin Kulldorff — co-author of the Great Barrington Declaration and newly appointed chair of the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) — to discuss his and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s views on vaccines, the recent turmoil at the CDC that has seen senior officials resign or be removed, and his reflections on the global pandemic response, from Sweden's no-lockdown strategy to the United States' vaccine mandates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
ABOUT THE EVENTMusicians For Musicians Celebrates 10 Years of Music Advocacy with Star-Studded Performance Event at The Cutting Room"In this crazy time with so much social-political-cultural turmoil happening here in the US and around the world,” says Ladjevardi, “I firmly believe that musicians' vital role is to speak out for their communities and come up with messages that will create solidarity among a particular group of people and unite them to fight for their cause. Musicians are the most powerful artists whose sounds can have an impact on people's conscience in a second." - Sohrab aka SoSaLaMusicians For Musicians (MFM), a nonprofit association founded in 2015 by saxophonist and activist Sohrab Saadat Ladjevardi aka SoSaLa, emerged from a deep need to organize freelance musicians into a unified voice for fair compensation, labor protection, and industry recognition. Advocating for the rights, recognition, and fair pay of freelance and independent musicians proudly announces its 10th Anniversary Celebration on Friday, September 5, at The Cutting Room in New York City. This special event kicks off at 9:00 p.m., with musical performances starting at 9:30 p.m. Tickets are free for MFM members and $20 for non-members. Over the past decade, MFM has united musicians across genres and geographies under a single mission: to raise music from a passion to a profession through advocacy, education, and solidarity. From educational webinars and podcasts to championing the Freelance Isn't Free Act and amplifying national campaigns for fair streaming royalties and AI protections, MFM has been a driving force in elevating music as a profession.The highlight of the evening will be an exceptional performance by the MFM Unity Ensemble, featuring Grammy Award-winning saxophonist/band leader and educator Joe Lovano and 8x Grammy Award-winning pianist/composer/ band leader and Afro Latin Jazz Alliance founder Arturo O'Farrill. Their collaboration will celebrate both MFM's mission and the power of collective musical expression.Later in the evening, there will be another exceptional performance by New York's Nu NO WAVE band SoSaLa — led by saxophonist/singer SoSaLa—featuring guitarist Mark C. (Live Skull) and drummer Andy Weintraub. Together, they will create music that transcends both rock and jazz.The event will also include remarks from MFM board members, Advisory Committee representatives, and video tributes from supporters.Supporters can support the organization by purchasing limited-edition MFM merchandise, including event-branded T-shirts. 100% of ticket and merch proceeds will go to benefit MFM's ongoing programs and campaigns. CreditsProducer and host: Dawoud KringlePublisher: Musicians For Musicians (MFM), Inc. and Sohrab Saadat LadjevardiTechnical support: Adam Reifsteckhttps://musiciansformusicians.org
Send us a message with this link, we would love to hear from you. Standard message rates may apply.The flu vaccine is our best defense against influenza, a contagious respiratory virus that causes millions of illnesses and thousands of deaths in the US each year. Despite being only 40-60% effective, the vaccine significantly reduces hospitalizations, outpatient visits, and deaths while protecting vulnerable populations who cannot be vaccinated.• Influenza causes 9-41 million illnesses, 140,000-960,000 hospitalizations, and 12,000-80,000 deaths annually in the US• Everyone aged six months and older should receive the flu vaccine yearly• The vaccine must be updated annually because the flu virus changes each year• Getting vaccinated helps protect vulnerable populations like infants and immunocompromised individuals• Common misconception that the vaccine causes flu is false – it cannot give you the flu• Only 40-46% of Americans get the flu vaccine annually despite its proven benefits• The best time to get vaccinated is before flu season begins, but getting it later still helps• Flu vaccination reduces strain on hospitals during peak seasonsGo get your flu shot today! It's the best way to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your neighbors ReferencesPrevention and Control of Seasonal Influenza With Vaccines: Recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices - United States, 2022-23 Influenza Season. Grohskopf LA, Blanton LH, Ferdinands JM, et al. MMWR. Recommendations and Reports : Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. Recommendations and Reports. 2022;71(1):1-28. doi:10.15585/mmwr.rr7101a1. Copyright License: CC0.Clinical Practice Guidelines by the Infectious Diseases Society of America: 2018 Update on Diagnosis, Treatment, Chemoprophylaxis, and Institutional Outbreak Management of Seasonal Influenzaa. Uyeki TM, Bernstein HH, Bradley JS, et al. Clinical Infectious Diseases : An Official Publication of the Infectious Diseases Society of America. 2019;68(6):e1-e47. doi:10.1093/cid/ciy866.Influenza Vaccination. Treanor JJ. The New England Journal of Medicine. 2016;375(13):1261-8. doi:10.1056/NEJMcp1512870.Effects of Influenza Vaccination in the United States During the 2017-2018 Influenza Season. Rolfes MA, Flannery B, Chung JR, et al. Clinical Infectious Diseases : An Official Publication of the Infectious Diseases Society of America. 2019;69(11):1845-1853. doi:10.1093/cid/ciz075.Vaccines for Preventing Influenza in Healthy Adults. Demicheli V, Jefferson T, Ferroni E, Rivetti A, Di Pietrantonj C. The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2018;2:CD001269. doi:10.1002/14651858.CD001269.pub6.Recommendations for Prevention and Control of Influenza in Children, 2022-2023. Pediatrics. 2022;150(4):e2022059275. doi:10.1542/peds.2022-059275.Influenza. Uyeki TM. Annals of Internal Medicine. 2021;174(11):ITC161-ITC176. doi:10.7326/AITC202111160.Support the showSubscribe to Our Newsletter! Production and Content: Edward Delesky, MD & Nicole Aruffo, RNArtwork: Olivia Pawlowski
C-TRAN invites volunteers to serve on its Citizens Advisory Committee (CCAC), a liaison to the Board of Directors. Seats include senior, fixed-route rider, low-income, social services, school system, student/youth rider, C-VAN rider, bi-state traveler, deaf/hard-of-hearing, and developmentally disabled rider. Terms run Jan 2026–Dec 2027; the committee meets one evening per month. Applications are due Oct. 10. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/c-tran-seeking-applicants-for-c-tran-citizens-advisory-committee/ #ClarkCountyWA #PublicTransit #Transportation #VolunteerService #CivicEngagement #AdvisoryBoard #CTRAN #Accessibility #CommunityVoice
In his weekly clinical update, Dr. Griffin with Vincent Racaniello is shocked by COVID vaccine restrictions and uncertainties such as pharmacy stock, the ACIP meeting roster and whether it guidance is legal, 3 new ACIP members all anti-vaccine, ending of childhood vaccine mandates in Florida, the continued Legionnaire's outbreak in Harlem, before Dr. Griffin deep dives into recent statistics on the measles epidemic, RSV, influenza and SARS-CoV-2 infections, the Wasterwater Scan dashboard, Johns Hopkins measles tracker, cardia benefits of the influenza vaccine, presence of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in breast milk following vaccination, the use of antiviral nasal sprays to treat COVID 19, whether or not the NB.1.8.1 should be included in the fall 2025 vaccines, where to find PEMGARDA, long COVID treatment center, where to go for answers to your long COVID questions, and contacting your federal government representative to stop the assault on science and biomedical research. Subscribe (free): Apple Podcasts, RSS, email Become a patron of TWiV! Links for this episode Can You Still Get the Covid Shot? (NY Times) Meeting of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (Federal Register) Cassidy Calls for Vaccine Committee Meeting to be Postponed Following CDC Departures(US Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions) Catherine Stein (Brownstone Institute) CIP to review COVID, hep B, and MMRV vaccine recommendations at September meeting (CIDRAP) Kennedy plans to add new members to an influential vaccine advisory panel. 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With President Donald Trump recently challenging pharmaceutical companies to “justify success” of their COVID-19 products, I'm sitting down with scientist, physician, and author Dr. Robert Malone to get his insights into what's going on behind the scenes.Dr. Malone is currently serving as a member of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and also as a medical advisor for MAHA Action.The recent firing of CDC director Susan Monarez was followed by the resignations of several top CDC officials. At the same time, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has also announced that the emergency-use authorization for the COVID-19 vaccine products has been rescinded.Is Trump's recent Truth Social post a turning point in his stance on the COVID-19 vaccines and the success of Operation Warp Speed?What does the future hold for the ACIP? What will they be evaluating in upcoming meetings? And what challenges and major opportunities does Dr. Malone see?Views expressed in this video are opinions of the host and the guest, and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.
Physician leader Janet Jokela discusses her article "How federal actions threaten vaccine policy and trust," highlighting the unprecedented removal of expert members from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices and its replacement with individuals lacking clinical experience, some holding anti-vaccine views. Janet explains the downstream risks to immunization standards, insurance coverage, and public health, and describes swift pushback from major physician groups and ongoing legal challenges. She also examines the role of professional societies, emerging initiatives like the Vaccine Integrity Project, and the urgent need for new health communication models to rebuild trust. Janet offers actionable strategies to safeguard evidence-based policy, protect patient-physician relationships, and maintain vaccine access in the U.S. Careers by KevinMD is your gateway to health care success. We connect you with real-time, exclusive resources like job boards, news updates, and salary insights, all tailored for health care professionals. With expertise in uniting top talent and leading employers across the nation's largest health care hiring network, we're your partner in shaping health care's future. Fulfill your health care journey at KevinMD.com/careers. VISIT SPONSOR → https://kevinmd.com/careers Discovering disability insurance? Pattern understands your concerns. Over 20,000 doctors trust us for straightforward, affordable coverage. We handle everything from quotes to paperwork. Say goodbye to insurance stress – visit Pattern today at KevinMD.com/pattern. VISIT SPONSOR → https://kevinmd.com/pattern SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended
SHEA President Dr. David Weber talks with Dr. Preeti Mehrotra and Dr. Marci Drees about their experiences as SHEA liaisons to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). They discuss reviewing vaccine data, lessons from COVID, and what the future holds for vaccines and public health.
Nonprofit leadership is about balancing mission, people, and authenticity. In this inspiring episode of IMPACTability®, Frank Bartoli, founder and CEO of PA Inclusive, shares his journey from father and advocate to leader of a thriving nonprofit. Frank opens up about the challenges of staffing shortages, the shifting culture of volunteerism, and why authenticity is the most important leadership trait. He also reveals the surprising success of Coffee Inclusive—a social enterprise employing people with disabilities that has become a model for community engagement. From organizational design and Board responsibilities to evolving fundraising strategies, Frank offers invaluable insight for nonprofit leaders, staff, and Board members alike. Whether you're facing staffing struggles, engaging volunteers, or seeking new ways to stay mission-driven, this episode is packed with lessons for leading with heart and strategy. Prefer video? Watch the full episode on YouTube, https://youtu.be/nfWMofU-nwI Standout Quotes “It's harder to recruit engaged volunteers. The culture of people is really changing.” — on today's biggest nonprofit challenge (18:36) “Nonprofit CEOs need to be very well versed in organizational design.” — on what leaders must master to succeed (29:27) “Authenticity is key to our success.” — on the most important leadership trait (39:51) Chapters & Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome & Frank's Journey to Nonprofit Leadership 04:32 – Inclusion in Action: Understanding IDD Services 10:09 – What Inspires the Work: Lessons from Family & Community 14:09 – The Realities of Nonprofit Leadership 18:36 – Staffing Shortages & Volunteer Engagement Challenges 25:29 – Coffee Inclusive: A Nonprofit Success Story 29:27 – Essential Advice for Nonprofit CEOs & Boards 36:16 – Fundraising Trends & the Power of Authenticity 41:21 – Boundaries, Training, and Final Takeaways Guest Bio Frank Bartoli is the founder and CEO of PA Inclusive and Coffee Inclusive, organizations dedicated to building inclusive opportunities for people with disabilities. With more than 30 years in nonprofit leadership—including roles with The Arc, the YMCA, and multiple Boards—Frank has consistently championed innovation and community engagement. Inspired by his daughter Ellie, who has Down Syndrome, Frank created PA Inclusive to ensure that people with disabilities can live and work in truly inclusive communities. Under his leadership, Coffee Inclusive has become a successful social enterprise, training and employing people with disabilities while reshaping perceptions in the community. Frank has also served on the Governor's Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities and continues to advocate nationally for authentic leadership and inclusion. His journey offers nonprofit leaders practical lessons on staffing, fundraising, Board engagement, and the power of authenticity in driving real change. Resource Mentioned Asking (book) by Jerold Panas:
A committee on Capitol area security met for the first time Wednesday morning since two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses were shot in their homes in June.Security around the Capitol has come under intense scrutiny since the shootings and after a man gained entry to the Capitol after hours by placing a wooden wedge in an external door. Members discussed proposals to add metal detectors, ban firearms and take other safety measures.MPR News senior politics reporter Clay Masters was at the meeting this morning and joined the show to share more about the role of the Advisory Committee on Capitol Security.
Our 50th episode of QuidelOrtho Science Bytes features Dr. Jonathan Temte, a leading public health expert, discussing how schools, families, and healthcare providers can stay ahead of respiratory illnesses this school year. As students return to classrooms, familiar viruses like flu, RSV, and COVID-19 often resurge. Dr. Temte explains why symptoms alone can't reliably distinguish between these illnesses and how rapid diagnostics are essential for early detection, accurate treatment, and preventing further spread. About Our Speaker: Dr. Temte joined the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health faculty at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1993. He is a professor of family medicine and community health and the Associate Dean for Public Health and Community Engagement for the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Dr. Temte received his BA from Luther College, an MS in Biological Oceanography from Oregon State University, and his PhD in Zoology and Minor in Epidemiology from the University of Wisconsin. He pursued his medical training at the University of Wisconsin Medical School, where he received his MD. Dr. Temte also served as the Director of the Wisconsin Research and Education Network from 2000 to 2005. He chaired the American Academy of Family Physicians Commission on Science in 2008, the AAFP, and he currently chairs the Wisconsin Council on Immunization Practices. He also served as AAFP liaison to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices from 2004 to 2008, where he was appointed a voting member from 2008 to 2015 and served as chair from 2012 to 2015. Dr. Temte has also been active on pandemic influenza and bioterrorism working groups for the state of Wisconsin. In addition to his outstanding credentials, Dr. Temte's research interests include respiratory viruses, influenza, COVID-19, schools, and immunization policy.
About this episode: Fall vaccines for flu, RSV, and—more recently—COVID have long followed a uniform rollout schedule allowing clinics and pharmacies ample time to order and administer shots. But that process looks different this year, raising concerns about access. In this episode: Katelyn Jetelina, publisher of Your Local Epidemiologist, explains how changes to the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and the FDA are pushing back the timeline and changing recommendations for routine vaccinations. Guest: Katelyn Jetelina, PhD, MPH, is an epidemiologist and scientific communicator. She is the co-founder of Health Trust Initiative, an adjunct professor at Yale School of Public Health, and a Senior Scientific Advisor to several government and non-profit agencies, including the CDC. In addition, Jetelina is the publisher of Your Local Epidemiologist. Host: Lindsay Smith Rogers, MA, is the producer of the Public Health On Call podcast, an editor for Expert Insights, and the director of content strategy for the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Show links and related content: What's the plan for fall vaccines? If you're confused, you're not alone—Your Local Epidemiologist Covid cases rising in US as officials plan to restrict booster vaccines—The Guardian Will New Vaccine Recommendations Affect Your Fall Flu Shot?—AARP Transcript information: Looking for episode transcripts? Open our podcast on the Apple Podcasts app (desktop or mobile) or the Spotify mobile app to access an auto-generated transcript of any episode. Closed captioning is also available for every episode on our YouTube channel. Contact us: Have a question about something you heard? Looking for a transcript? Want to suggest a topic or guest? Contact us via email or visit our website. Follow us: @PublicHealthPod on Bluesky @JohnsHopkinsSPH on Instagram @JohnsHopkinsSPH on Facebook @PublicHealthOnCall on YouTube Here's our RSS feed Note: These podcasts are a conversation between the participants, and do not represent the position of Johns Hopkins University.