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APHL @aphl.org · 5h

Every test result from a public health laboratory represents prevention, protection and lives made safer. #ThanksPHLabs

APHL @aphl.org · 1d

Every U.S. state has a public health laboratory. Together, they form a national network that detects, tracks, and responds to disease threats. #thanksphlabs

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APHL @aphl.org · 1d

This Biosafety and Biosecurity month, we’re celebrating the professionals who keep our laboratories safe. Meet Andrea Causey from South Carolina Department of Public Health!

Join us all month as we recognize biosafety professionals like Andrea who make a lasting impact. #biosafety_biosecuritymonth

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APHL @aphl.org · 2d

Three mothers at APHL’s 2025 Newborn Screening Symposium shared their experiences with these disorders and the impact routine newborn screening had on their babies and their lives. Read more in our latest blog: buff.ly/4WADQ3n #APHLNBS #newbornscreening

APHL @aphl.org · 2d

APHL and public health laboratory representatives will discuss our Career Pathways in Public Health Laboratory Science program at these events this month. Find full event info and register at buff.ly/iiThNT9. Discover more about our program at buff.ly/qWinkIZ. #APHLfellowship #APHLinternship

APHL @aphl.org · 2d

If public health labs had a motto, it’d probably be “quietly saving lives since forever.” #thanksphlabs

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Primary.Health @primaryhealth.bsky.social · 2d

Final day of @aphl.org Newborn Screening Symposium. We're excited to continue the inspiring connections and conversations experienced here.

Special thanks to our Primary.Health #NewbornScreening team. We're honored to deliver #technology that supports babies' critical first test.

#PublicHealth

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APHL @aphl.org · 2d

It’s been another busy day of learning and networking in Providence, RI! Symposium attendees heard from experts on health information technology, quality control, workforce resiliency, education and outreach, testing and more! #APHLNBS

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APHL @aphl.org · 3d

Join APHL and University of South Florida (USF) for a webinar on October 14, 1–2 pm ET to learn how a Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree can transform your career path.

Register here: buff.ly/snSe4py

#publichealth #workforcedevelopment #publichealthcareers

APHL @aphl.org · 3d

Clean air, safe food, and faster outbreak detection all have one thing in common: public health laboratories. #ThanksPHLabs

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APHL @aphl.org · 3d

At the 2025 Newborn Screening Symposium in Providence, APHL recognized eight outstanding professionals for their exceptional contributions to newborn screening and public health. Congratulations to all the award winners!

Read more: buff.ly/3ZE8NgR
#APHLNBS #newbornscreening #publichealth

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APHL @aphl.org · 3d

Another full day of learning and connection at the APHL Newborn Screening Symposium, featuring insightful sessions, rapid poster presentations and the NBS awards! #APHLNBS

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APHL @aphl.org · 4d

The next time you see a news alert about a new virus detected, thank a public health lab. They probably found it first. #ThanksPHLabs

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APHL @aphl.org · 4d

APHL Newborn Screening Symposium 2025 is off to a great start! Today’s inspiring keynote session set the tone for what is to be an empowering and educational week ahead in Providence, RI. #APHLNBS

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APHL @aphl.org · 5d

From quality improvement to family engagement and the value of newborn screening, today’s sessions sparked important conversations and collaboration across the newborn screening community. The exhibit hall and poster sessions continue to inspire learning and connection. #APHLNBS

APHL @aphl.org · 5d

Ever wonder who makes sure your drinking water is safe, your food is tested, and outbreaks are caught early? Public health labs do that...quietly and daily. #ThanksPHLabs

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APHL @aphl.org · 5d

At APHL, we recognize that biosafety and biosecurity professionals are essential to protecting public health. This month, we honor their expertise in keeping laboratory environments safe, secure and resilient while ensuring critical testing and research can continue without interruption. #biosafety

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APHL @aphl.org · 5d

Day one of #APHLNBS kicked off in Providence, RI with powerful stories, engaging discussions, and a warm welcome reception. Follow along for more updates this week!

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APHL @aphl.org · 6d

In Case You Missed It! Join us for the Annual Public Health Laboratory Ambassadors Training Webinar! #WorkforceDevelopment #APHLinternship #APHLfellowship

Register here: buff.ly/2VjIUUE

APHL @aphl.org · 7d

From testing newborns for rare disorders to monitoring water safety, public health labs work behind the scenes to keep us healthy! #publichealth #ThanksPHLabs

APHL @aphl.org · 7d

The CDC’s Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity (ELC) Program funds 65 public health labs and agencies nationwide. This support strengthens our ability to detect and respond to infectious disease threats. Six recipients shared how this funding impacts their communities.

Read more: buff.ly/H2GZqlm

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APHL @aphl.org · 8d

APHL is proud to join the nation’s first genomic newborn screening initiative, bringing innovation to public health labs and more information to families to help save babies’ lives. #newbornscreening #publichealth

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First U.S. National Genomic Newborn Screening Initiative Launched with $14.4 Million NIH Award | Mass General Brigham

BEACONS, a multi-state collaboration led by Mass General Brigham and Ariadne Labs, will enroll up to 30,000 newborns to explore adding genomic sequencing in U.S. newborn screening.

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APHL @aphl.org · 8d

This Biosafety and Biosecurity month, we’re celebrating the professionals who keep our laboratories safe. Meet Eric Lundquist from the Minnesota Department of Health! Join us all month as we recognize biosafety professionals like Eric who make a lasting impact. #biosafety_biosecuritymonth

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APHL @aphl.org · 8d

Public health labs are the first line of defense when new outbreaks emerge. They detect, respond, and protect. #publichealth #ThanksPHLabs

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APHL @aphl.org · 9d

#APHL 2026 Annual Conference: Request for Session Proposals and Poster Abstracts
May 4–7, 2026
Session proposals: buff.ly/Qa2wD4e (Deadline October 17, 2025)
Poster abstracts: buff.ly/JsQLnLv (Deadline January 14, 2026)