Mati Hlatshwayo Davis, MD, MPH, FIDSA
@MatiH_ID
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Director of Health @CityofSTLDOH . Infectious Diseases physician, Public Health warrior. Board of Directors & Associate Editor @IDSAinfo . Views my own.🇿🇼 🇺🇸
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One day I will tell my story in full. But for now: Trust your instincts. Know your worth. Be brave enough to forge your own lane if it does not exist. Choose your mentors wisely. And above all, do not be afraid to step into your purpose, because it’s absolutely beautiful here
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I want Black men to grow old, Black women to be believed and Black children to thrive.
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I am ashamed to live in a society that would overlook the most vulnerable. Including children under the age of 5 who have been willfully forgotten in all this
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A few things:
1. Shout out to Zimbabwean scientist Dr Sikhulile Moyo, based in Botswana, who first sequenced
#omicron
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2. Vaccine equity is about supply in most countries, but also access and culturally specific education esp. where valid mistrust exists like in South Africa
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Support Black women BEFORE we need to withdraw, before we need to resign, before we need to stop, before we shut down.
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Today I was sworn in as the Director of Health for the City of St. Louis. I brought my daughters to see. That they, like every child, every young girl, every young Black immigrant girl, can be their authentic selves and succeed. You are enough. Your light is needed. Never give up
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By far the best part about yesterday on
@CNN
was this moment with my daughter Aneni. Representation matters
#HerTimeIsNow
#WomenInMedicine
#BlackWomeninMedicine
#IDtwitter
#COVID19
#RepresentationMatters
@divadocsbos
@uche_blackstock
@DrJRMarcelin
@dr_msharma
@AmmahStarr
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Thank you to the scientists in South Africa that were transparent and vigilant in bringing this new variant of concern, omicron, to light. Stigmatizing a country that has been exemplary in implementing mitigation strategies is wrong. Global vaccine equity is the only answer
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1/4) A patient refused to see my trainee after hearing her accent. He said he wanted someone he could “actually communicate with”. The look on her face and sadness in her voice when she told me broke my heart. Reminded me of the multiple times this happened to me for being Black
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My 2 year old, through congestion, a cough and double pink eye, just cupped my chin with her little hand, and said “I love you mommy, you make me feel safe” during our bedtime routine. There is nothing I could do, achieve, accomplish that will ever beat that. Ever
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I am honored and humbled to be able to share my appointment as the new Director of Health for the city of St. Louis under Mayor
@tishaura
. This is a culmination of my passions in infectious diseases, public health and community engagement. So excited to move this work forward
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I’m here for caring about all three Black people involved, starting with a Black woman who did not deserve her health condition being mocked publicly. I’m here for the Black community at the Oscars surrounding them with correction, love and support. I’m not here for anything else
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Before I log off to protect my peace (articulate😑), know this: There is a new breed of Black women. We walk through the doors that many before us opened. We are unapologetically excellent and we feed off this blatant racist misogyny. Keep it up, there’s more where this came from
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4/4)As much as we are responsible for our patients, we are responsible for our trainees. These racist incidents happen, and addressing them is uncomfortable and awkward. But we still need to do it. It is truly life changing for the young doctor who is so diminished when it occurs
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I’m 8 followers away from 12.5k. Twitter tribe do your thing 😉🙏🏾
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Good morning. The Surgeon General of the United States congratulated me publically, my new boss (the mayor) called
@jessedavismd
and I a power couple, the Mayor of KC endorsed me and I got a personal record on my deadlift yesterday. I’m going to take a nap now 😅
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🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I love us for real. This is a level of petty I wholeheartedly prescribe to. Well played guys
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P.S. it’s also part of their curriculum when they do phonics, they use the names of children in the class as practice for them. Come through intentional inclusion! 👏🏾
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As challenging as the J&J vaccine news will be on overall vaccine confidence, we have asked for this type of transparency, esp. in Black and brown communities with valid mistrust from historic and current systemic racism. We need clarity on the risks to better inform the public
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Some people are so mad to see you inhabit the spaces you do. Let them be mad. And some will say you’re not good enough, not qualified, that those spaces are inferior to theirs. That’s not your business. Their ugliness is theirs, not yours. Just keep being great. As you were
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1/2) Today is my last day at the VA. Literally the only sad part about this next step in my career. This man is the best boss I’ve ever had. He saw me when I was being overlooked. He met with me weekly for mentorship. We had tough conversations when George Floyd was murdered.
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3/4)Not only was he receptive after a calm and firm discussion, but he apologized to her after she said she was still happy to see him.Afterwards she told me tearfully that she had heard throughout training that this was how it should be handled but this was the first time it was
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3/3)for all faculty too, unprompted. I am so moved by their commitment to supporting us. As they should. The burden shouldn’t be on us, and certainly not on a child, for this and so many things we face in spaces that have traditionally excluded us intentionally or unintentionally
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1/3) My oldest daughter (5) has a relatively short but phonetic name from my home country of Zimbabwe. Throughout her educational experience, her peers and some teachers have mispronounced her name. When she became old enough to notice it, she was too scared to correct people,
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1/2) There are only 8 countries currently subjected to travel bans despite global evidence of
#Omicron
community transmission and an updated plan to address global travel. Those 8 countries are predominantly Black. Predominantly classified as low income countries
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Today reknowned Zimbabwean journalist
@daddyhope
called and asked me to join him on
@TwitterSpaces
to discuss
#omicron
and travel bans impacting 8 African countries. Over 2000 people joined with leadership from around the globe. Take a listen and prepare to be inspired
#DrMati
This is the recording of the Covid-19 Omicron variant conversation with the great Zimbabwean medical doctor, virologist and infectious diseases specialist Dr Mari Hlatshwayo Davis.
She is the Director of health for the city of St Louis.
Thank you
#DrMati
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I just came on this morning to say that
@verified
has zero credibility to me until
@gradydoctor
is verified. It’s actually offensive at this point
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On this day, Wednesday June 2 2021, I finally broke my 8/10 streak and earned my first 10. I want to thank my mama, my daughter for her pre-k graduation flowers that pushed me over the edge, and of course, the Almighty. We did it Joe 😅
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Today I met Sharita, pregnant and worried about the effect of the vaccine on her unborn child until I counseled her. I also met Rena, 12, and an aspiring obstetrician. She beamed when I told her I was a physician and the Director of Health for her city. Representation matters
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Watching Cory Booker create space for Judge Brown Jackson and speak healing, power, affirmation, TRUTH. To watch him read the small men that tried her but failed. To see a Black man stand up for a Black woman in that way? Everything. That, is how you show up for us
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2/3) understandably for a child her age. I would correct where I could but admit it felt awkward and like an imposition at times. The plight for many immigrants. She started a new school and not only did they give the phonetic spelling of her name to all teachers but made a video
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But let’s only ban South Africa and 7 other African countries. And there are other countries, without a clear link to South Africa. Not only are are travel bans ineffective and performative, but this specifically perpetuates stigma and xenophobia
Two people in the UK have been found to be infected with the new Covid variant, Omicron, health secretary says
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All of which requires support from global leaders. Especially since much of the lack of vaccine confidence is rooted in historic colonialism and the current way in which LICs and MICs were left behind in terms of distribution. People in those countries are mistrustful as a result
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Guysssssss, one of the community talks I did for the Lincs was forwarded to someone at the NIH who just invited me to speak next month on the impact of historic and current systemic racism on research and community engaged solutions 😱🤯 you never know who’s watching
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We are the women cabinet members for
@STLCityGov
. We are excellent, we are leaders, we are diverse and we are
#StLouis
#STL
history. Pictured here with our fearless leader, Mayor Tishaura Jones
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Take time to show appreciation for civil servants and essential staff. They are underpaid and overworked and still show up. Often with no access to self care. They have single-handedly kept society moving forward the past two years. If they’re having a bad day? Show them grace
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2/4) In most cases patients were accommodated without any further discussion. I took him aside and had the discussion I wished those attendings had for me. I also asked her what she would like to happen and reassured her that if she was uncomfortable I would see the patient
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Absolutely appalled that I just flew in from South Africa and not one person asked my husband or I for our CoVID test or vaccination card at customs or beyond. Masking is being enforced very well, but that is still unacceptable given where the US is with this pandemic. Do better
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Because yesterday was the epitome of black girl magic, I’m going to summon the spirits of Michelle Obama, Madam VP Kamala Harris, Amanda Gorman and Stacy Abrams and shoot my shot:
@abbydphillip
I would love to be on your show and talk all things CoVID, vaccines and equity!
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There is no such thing as an African accent. Africa is a continent. My TED talk is now complete
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My husband told me that he saw a shift in me when I became intentional about removing myself from toxic relationships, interactions and spaces. More joyful, more purpose-led. Protect your peace
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Wow. Last night I jokingly asked for 8 more followers to get to 12.5k (I like round numbers lol). You guys got me to 15k in half a day! The power of community, thank you. Welcome new followers! I'm a public health leader and ID doc (with little filter lol) passionate about equity
I’m 8 followers away from 12.5k. Twitter tribe do your thing 😉🙏🏾
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1/2) 2021 saw me leave an academic institution that didn’t value me. And only 4 months later, answer the Mayor’s call to lead. I’ve faced unbelievable obstacles from day 1, but thankful for
@jessedavismd
, my
#1
fan who goes to war with me daily. My babies who have saved me.
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Tomorrow I sit down with one of the
#Zimbabwe
’s leading voices, entrepreneur and publisher
@TrevorNcube
for
@ConvoWithTrevor
. I cannot wait to share our episode with you guys! 🇿🇼
@daddyhope
@PastorEvanLive
@ProfJNMoyo
@advocatemahere
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1/3) I am so proud to be one of this year’s recipients of
@IDSAInfo
’s Society Citation Award, given in recognition of exemplary contributions to IDSA, an outstanding discovery in the field of infectious diseases or a lifetime of outstanding achievement.
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We broke the city record for case positivity rate today in
#StLouis
. Our hospitals are at capacity with critical shortages in staff. I am urging you to refrain from any social gatherings over the holidays. I am working to increase testing as early as next week. Hang in there
The staggering rise of
#COVID19
cases has the
@CityofSTLDOH
advising against ANY social gathering this weekend to slow the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in our community. Read more:
#COVID19
#COVID19Cases
#PublicHealth
#StaySafe
#SafeAtHome
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Had a deeply impactful meeting at the White House with Drs.
@AshishKJha46
,
@BhadeliaMD
,
@CameronWebb46
and
@TaisonBell
re: where we are now with
#COVID19
and where we need to go. Moments like this are not lost upon me. Daughter of Zimbabwe, mwana waMarcia, a proud moment indeed
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They say our voices don’t have impact but they do. So thankful to this brave reporter and others like him who I have had the privilege to discuss this matter with recently to advocate on our behalf. There is enough data to end this, it is now willful prejudice. STOP THE BAN NOW
US: Reporter on Southern Africa travel ban | Cancelmilinium: Reporter on Southern Africa travel ban: “What would you say to those who believe that this is a racist ban that targets only African and Black African nations?”
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We still have a lot to learn about
#Omicron
. No need to panic, we have the tools to stay safe:
✔️Get your vaccine, or booster if eligible
✔️Wear a mask correctly especially indoors
✔️Stay 6 feet apart in crowded spaces
✔️Wash your hands often
✔️Advocate for global vaccine equity
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So disappointed in how this has been handled. Announcing ramped up efforts to ensure global vaccine equity should be the lead, not travel bans. For every 100 people in high-income countries, 133 doses of vaccine have been given, vs. 4 doses per 100 people in low income countries
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Soooo in ID career milestones reached,
@CarlosdelRio7
called me to personally invite me to be on this year’s
@IDWeek2022
opening plenary panel. Wow!
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P.S. I’m getting a lot of questions about approach. Here is a recording of visiting Grand rounds I gave on this topic: . Happy to come speak or help implement the policy I wrote!
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1/2) I joined
@AlJazeera_World
to discuss travel bans after news of the
#Omicron
variant broke. The lead should be global vaccine equity:increase supply, manufacturing and funding for culturally specific education to combat misinformation. Plus patent waivers on
#COVID19
vaccines
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Can’t think of a better way to celebrate International Women’s Day than to also make it “bring your mama to work” day 😆 in all seriousness, this woman raised 3 young women alone in Zimbabwe and now got to walk through the department of health her daughter leads. What a moment 🤎
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Spending the duration of this pandemic with little by the way of options to protect my children, has been one of the scariest periods of my life.Being able to provide parents like me accessible
#COVID19
education and the option to vaccinate their children, means everything to me
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1/2) Someone having a toxic experience in a space you are currently thriving in, does not negate your experience. Both can be true. Don’t invalidate that experience because you think it threatens yours. Especially if you’re directly benefiting from systemic racism and/or mysogyny
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1/3) Its official! So excited to share my appointment to the City of St. Louis Board of Health. What I love about this appointment is that it speaks to the work I’m most passionate about: my clinical work and community engagement. Since moving here I’ve made it my goal to serve
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There is nothing more disappointing than to face macroaggressions from within your own community. Even worse from someone you looked up to. I know it comes from a brokenness and level of insecurity I am fortunate enough to not have given into. Still hurts. And still I rise
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The fact that this is scheduled for a future date shows this is more about politics than data as defended by this administration.These 8 African countries are owed an apology and tangible steps to repair the economic damage caused because the resultant xenophobia cannot be undone
President Biden will remove the ban on travel by U.S. citizens to countries in southern Africa at midnight on Dec. 31, a senior administration official said, reversing restrictions imposed last month to combat the spread of the Omicron variant.
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The power of community. Thank you to everyone that had us trending yesterday for one of the largest
@TwitterSpaces
discussions there has ever been. May we continue making our own tables when there aren’t seats made available to us.
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Childcare has been a nightmare during this pandemic. That’s it, that’s the tweet
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It almost amuses me when trolls try to come for my unapologetically Black, female and immigrant stance. You better buckle up or hit that unfollow button because that’s me all day every day
#VeryMuchNotSorry
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Today was the anniversary of my father’s death. I never know how I’m going to feel, it varies each year. I woke up to get my girls ready for school and the tears came. I missed him. And wished he could see them, see what I’ve become, what Jesse and I have built. RIP Dhedhi
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6 years ago we did a thing. Best thing I’ve ever done in my life
@jessedavismd
. This morning I was wrangling the kids and you came home from a 24 hour shift dancing to “It’s our anniversary” on your phone. I love you. I love our crazy life. Happy anniversary Jay 🤎
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Today was a GREAT day. Got to approve an internal promotion for such a deserving person. Hired 3 people. Got approval for some overdue salary raises. Was dressed head to toe in traditional garb and some badass heels. Made it to the pool. The sun is out. My family is healthy🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
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Haven’t been home in 7 years. I’m sitting on my mother’s couch, just finished a home cooked meal. In this moment, life is perfect 🤎
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This makes it crystal clear. African countries are being singled out and it is wrong. This needs to needs to be addressed now
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1/2) When your mentee matches into her number one ID fellowship program
@EmoryInfectDis
!! Best decision by them. I am so proud of you. Of your self advocacy, your fight, and for believing in your excellence. Congrats! 🎉
#WomenInID
#RepresentationMatters
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Proud to be selected as a US representative for
@CDCgov
’s Advancing Health Equity: A US-UK roundtable on race and health inequalities today. Our goal is to develop a bilateral action plan to strengthen public health infrastructure and address racial and ethnic health inequities.
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Yesterday my staff and I hosted public health students at
@CityofSTLDOH
. I left after my remarks for meetings. An hour later I got a msg that one of the students who is from Zimbabwe would like to meet me.Because of her proactive spirit she now has a mentor. Proud of you Chido!🇿🇼
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1/2) Today
@CityofSTLDOH
hosted
@CDCDirector
Dr. Rochelle Walensky. We showcased the work of our health department and discussed the current and future challenges for public health. These conversations are tough. I want to thank her for listening and being solution-oriented.
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First time on a plane for one, first time to South Africa to Nana’s house for both. Bring on family and a lifetime of memories 🤎
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2/2) due largely to the devastating impact of colonialism. These countries have already lost millions as a result. The willful continuance of these travel bans is discriminatory. And the trust that has been eroded will need to be built back. Stop the travel ban
@potus
@WhiteHouse
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Felt cute and that’s rare for a Monday 😎
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That this resonates with so many gives me hope amidst the devastation. Thank you all. Let this collective support translate into votes, into policy, into convictions, into peace, into LIFE. I vow to keep using my voice to teach and my passion to bring healing
#alutacontinua
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Reasonable time? There is enough data supporting ending this now. Either ban everyone with
#Omicron
or end the ban and focus on travel mitigation strategies. To just target 8 African countries is discriminatory and is damaging their economies. They’re an easy target though…
Dr. Anthony Fauci on South African travel ban: "Hopefully we'll be able to lift that ban within a quite reasonable period of time. I mean, we all feel very bad."
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This is 40! Jesse pulled off the biggest surprise - friends flew in from all over spanning 2 decades of friendship. Thankful for the weekend of pampering before today’s birthday. Proud to embrace the woman I am: the goals reached so far, flaws, family and everything in between
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2/2) He stepped up when I was pregnant and there was no policy for pregnant women at the beginning of the pandemic. He encouraged me and was honest with me when I wanted to do something he’d never seen and thought was crazy for a while. He’s an amazing man and ally. Thank you Jay
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2/2) Rushed travel bans that only target African countries perpetuate stigma and xenophobia. We know this variant has now been isolated in more countries outside of Africa, where are their travel bans? Focus on vaccine equity and implementing tried and true mitigation strategies
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I joined
@CNN
today to talk about monkeypox and the need to combat stigma against the LGBTQIA+ community as a matter of priority. I proudly introduced
@CityofSTLDOH
’s anti-stigma campaign. And then we discussed
#COVID19
, the current surge and how to keep the public engaged
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Please stop lecturing people about their lack of interest in the coronation. For those of us born in countries that were colonized and continued to see the impact of the violence against our people and attempt to erase our culture, just stop. Enjoy the show and leave us out of it
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Happy anniversary
@jessedavismd
. 7 years down, a lifetime to go. Wouldn’t want to do it with anyone else 🤎 thank you for our wedding song engraved on copper for our copper year
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Realized we have too few pics all together 🤎
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Thank you. My generation and generations to come will live the impact of your leadership. RIP
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My team created this beautiful tribute to this incredible week where I am receiving 3 awards and was notified of my induction into Delta Omega, the Honorary Society in Public Health. I am so honored and genuinely shocked to be honest. Thankful to do work that is seen and valued
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