Laura Haynes๐ฉโ๐ฌโพ๏ธ๐พ๐
@drlaurahaynes.bsky.social
Miami native & U Miami๐๐ฝ grad now in Connecticutโs Farmington valley
Immunologist/Gerontologist/Professor
#TrustScience #VaccinesWork
#LFGM #GoCanes๐๐ฝ #UConnNation
Opinions are my own & do not represent my employer
Immunologist/Gerontologist/Professor
#TrustScience #VaccinesWork
#LFGM #GoCanes๐๐ฝ #UConnNation
Opinions are my own & do not represent my employer
Pinned
a sticker that says vaccines save lives on it
ALT: a sticker that says vaccines save lives on it
media.tenor.com
About me: Iโm an immunologist & gerontologist. I study how aging influences immunity including the response to vaccines.
#VaccinesWork
#VaccinesSaveLives
#VaccinesDoNotCauseAutism
#VaccinesWork
#VaccinesSaveLives
#VaccinesDoNotCauseAutism
What the actual fuck?
Just because the US government will not be acknowledging World AIDS day, the rest of us will be!
Just because the US government will not be acknowledging World AIDS day, the rest of us will be!
1/ โ ๏ธ Breaking: At CDC, we've been told the US Government will not officially commemorate World AIDS Day this year. No explanation given.
November 25, 2025 at 5:52 PM
What the actual fuck?
Just because the US government will not be acknowledging World AIDS day, the rest of us will be!
Just because the US government will not be acknowledging World AIDS day, the rest of us will be!
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November 25, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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You are so right Randy! Hope you are doing well now
November 25, 2025 at 12:42 PM
You are so right Randy! Hope you are doing well now
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Boys need it too. I had HPV-positive throat cancer. If parents can ensure their child doesn't have to endure that treatment later in life, well, they should.
www.desmoinesregister.com/story/opinio...
www.desmoinesregister.com/story/opinio...
November 25, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Boys need it too. I had HPV-positive throat cancer. If parents can ensure their child doesn't have to endure that treatment later in life, well, they should.
www.desmoinesregister.com/story/opinio...
www.desmoinesregister.com/story/opinio...
Hey look๐
A vaccine that prevents cancer. Why wouldnโt you vaccinate your kids?
A vaccine that prevents cancer. Why wouldnโt you vaccinate your kids?
That's what it's there for, baby - at least until the ACIP meets again on Dec.4.
Two very large meta-analyses (study subjects were teen girls & young women) found HPV vaccination "slashed cervical cancer incidence [&] reduced the risk of precancerous lesions...
www.medpagetoday.com/hematologyon...
Two very large meta-analyses (study subjects were teen girls & young women) found HPV vaccination "slashed cervical cancer incidence [&] reduced the risk of precancerous lesions...
www.medpagetoday.com/hematologyon...
HPV Vaccination Tied to Huge Reduction in Cervical Cancer Risk
Two large meta-analyses reassure on safety, efficacy
www.medpagetoday.com
November 25, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Hey look๐
A vaccine that prevents cancer. Why wouldnโt you vaccinate your kids?
A vaccine that prevents cancer. Why wouldnโt you vaccinate your kids?
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if the national academies can say vaccines do not cause autism, so can your scicomm! donโt overcomplicate the message! people do not have room in their heads for it. life is already a lot, and when youโre a parent, that is ten times as true, especially today
Statement from @health.nationalacademies.org "...based on our body of work on this topic and the overwhelming scientific consensus, we support the statement that vaccines do not cause autism."
www.nationalacademies.org/news/stateme...
www.nationalacademies.org/news/stateme...
National Academies - Statement on CDCโs Updated Vaccine Guidance
National Academies respond to CDCโs updated vaccine guidance, offering scientific context and clarity on vaccine safety.
www.nationalacademies.org
November 25, 2025 at 1:37 AM
if the national academies can say vaccines do not cause autism, so can your scicomm! donโt overcomplicate the message! people do not have room in their heads for it. life is already a lot, and when youโre a parent, that is ten times as true, especially today
It looks like itโs going to be badโฆhave you had your flu vaccine yet?
"Itโs still not too late to get a flu shot. The more people who get vaccinated prior to the start of the flu season, the better itโs going to be. The flu season has started earlier this year and looks to be severe again." #RSNA25
www.nbcnews.com/health/cold-...
www.nbcnews.com/health/cold-...
Flu season is just beginning, but doctors are already on high alert
While flu levels are still low, a strain that has wreaked havoc in the U.K. and Canada is behind most cases so far in the U.S., mostly affecting kids.
www.nbcnews.com
November 25, 2025 at 11:54 AM
It looks like itโs going to be badโฆhave you had your flu vaccine yet?
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Eating ultra-processed foods are linked to 12 health risks, including Crohnโs disease and diabetes. #RSNA25
www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/ult...
www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/ult...
Crohn's, diabetes, 10 more health issues tied to ultra-processed foods
A large review of the available evidence shows that ultra-processed food consumption is linked to no fewer than 12 major health problems, including diabetes and Crohn's disease.
www.medicalnewstoday.com
November 25, 2025 at 3:40 AM
Eating ultra-processed foods are linked to 12 health risks, including Crohnโs disease and diabetes. #RSNA25
www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/ult...
www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/ult...
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For everyone traveling, a reminder to masks up and avoid spending your holidays sick.
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Glad to see this @wired.com guide on high quality masks! A KN95 can help protect you and your loved ones from COVID-19 and other airborne viruses, especially during this busy travel season. I only wish Wired wrote about the pandemic in the present tense ๐๐ท
www.wired.com/story/best-d...
www.wired.com/story/best-d...
15 Good N95, KF94, and KN95 Face Masks to Buy Right Now
Flu season is here. These are the best disposable face coverings weโve testedโand where you can find them.
www.wired.com
November 25, 2025 at 5:00 AM
For everyone traveling, a reminder to masks up and avoid spending your holidays sick.
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Itโs only Monday in a crazy week but the biggest curveball?
Our Black Pope. ๐ป๐ฆ
We are thrilled but imagine this is causing JD Vance an existential crisis. ๐ฅณ
Goodnight!
Our Black Pope. ๐ป๐ฆ
We are thrilled but imagine this is causing JD Vance an existential crisis. ๐ฅณ
Goodnight!
Pope Leo is BLACKโผ๏ธ Fabulousโผ๏ธ
November 25, 2025 at 5:08 AM
Itโs only Monday in a crazy week but the biggest curveball?
Our Black Pope. ๐ป๐ฆ
We are thrilled but imagine this is causing JD Vance an existential crisis. ๐ฅณ
Goodnight!
Our Black Pope. ๐ป๐ฆ
We are thrilled but imagine this is causing JD Vance an existential crisis. ๐ฅณ
Goodnight!
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He was traveling from Oklahoma to DC, not even an international trip
The professor was detained on his way to an academic conference in Washington, D.C., according to the colleague.
ICE Detains University of Oklahoma Professor With H-1B Visa, Colleague Says
www.newsweek.com
November 25, 2025 at 6:03 AM
He was traveling from Oklahoma to DC, not even an international trip
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From the National Academy of Sciences Engineering and Medicine:
โbased on our body of work on this topic and the overwhelming scientific consensus, we support the statement that vaccines do not cause autism.โ
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www.nationalacademies.org/news/stateme...
โbased on our body of work on this topic and the overwhelming scientific consensus, we support the statement that vaccines do not cause autism.โ
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www.nationalacademies.org/news/stateme...
National Academies - Statement on CDCโs Updated Vaccine Guidance
National Academies respond to CDCโs updated vaccine guidance, offering scientific context and clarity on vaccine safety.
www.nationalacademies.org
November 25, 2025 at 7:17 AM
From the National Academy of Sciences Engineering and Medicine:
โbased on our body of work on this topic and the overwhelming scientific consensus, we support the statement that vaccines do not cause autism.โ
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www.nationalacademies.org/news/stateme...
โbased on our body of work on this topic and the overwhelming scientific consensus, we support the statement that vaccines do not cause autism.โ
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www.nationalacademies.org/news/stateme...
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#16Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence begins today.
Online violence doesn't leave physical bruises, but it cause mental scars.
Itโs a continuation of offline abuse; amplified by anonymity & reach.
๐ Block and report abuse
๐ฃ๏ธ Speak up & support survivors
๐ซถ Post with empathy & respect
Online violence doesn't leave physical bruises, but it cause mental scars.
Itโs a continuation of offline abuse; amplified by anonymity & reach.
๐ Block and report abuse
๐ฃ๏ธ Speak up & support survivors
๐ซถ Post with empathy & respect
November 25, 2025 at 9:56 AM
#16Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence begins today.
Online violence doesn't leave physical bruises, but it cause mental scars.
Itโs a continuation of offline abuse; amplified by anonymity & reach.
๐ Block and report abuse
๐ฃ๏ธ Speak up & support survivors
๐ซถ Post with empathy & respect
Online violence doesn't leave physical bruises, but it cause mental scars.
Itโs a continuation of offline abuse; amplified by anonymity & reach.
๐ Block and report abuse
๐ฃ๏ธ Speak up & support survivors
๐ซถ Post with empathy & respect
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My quote of the day
As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.
John F. Kennedy
As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.
John F. Kennedy
November 25, 2025 at 11:14 AM
My quote of the day
As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.
John F. Kennedy
As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.
John F. Kennedy
Honestly, this would be must see TV
November 25, 2025 at 11:37 AM
Honestly, this would be must see TV
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Art. I of the Constitution gives Congress the power to make rules and regulations for the armed forces โ including codes of discipline and strictures against following illegal orders. You canโt punish members of Congress for articulating those rules. Also protected by Speech and Debate Clause.
November 25, 2025 at 11:35 AM
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Good morning ๐
I guess this is humpday since this is a 3 day work week for most of us
I guess this is humpday since this is a 3 day work week for most of us
November 25, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Good morning ๐
I guess this is humpday since this is a 3 day work week for most of us
I guess this is humpday since this is a 3 day work week for most of us
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Havenโt spent a dime in a Starbucks for two years.
Zohran Mamdani has called for a boycott of Starbucks until the company can bargain a fair contract with its striking workers. We joined members of the mayor-elect's team on the Starbucks picket line in NYC.
November 24, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Havenโt spent a dime in a Starbucks for two years.
Excellent question. It will be interesting to see what happens
November 24, 2025 at 11:40 PM
Excellent question. It will be interesting to see what happens
Zohran Mamdani has called for a boycott of Starbucks until the company can bargain a fair contract with its striking workers. We joined members of the mayor-elect's team on the Starbucks picket line in NYC.
November 24, 2025 at 11:29 PM
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CT is doing the work to make our schools safer places for children to learn. Federal STOP School Violence grants have been used to make more than 150 schools & hundreds of thousands of students safer.
Connecticut Officials and Sandy Hook Promise Celebrate the Impact of STOP School Violence Grants
Officials from SHP and the Connecticut DESPP recently celebrated the culmination of seven years of collaboration to improve school safety.
www.sandyhookpromise.org
November 24, 2025 at 10:19 PM
CT is doing the work to make our schools safer places for children to learn. Federal STOP School Violence grants have been used to make more than 150 schools & hundreds of thousands of students safer.
WOW!!!
This actually made me smile๐
This actually made me smile๐
As I was writing this piece, about how Trump's breakup with Greene is really Trump's breakup with maga, Jake Sherman reported that:
November 24, 2025 at 10:10 PM
WOW!!!
This actually made me smile๐
This actually made me smile๐
Patti nailed it!
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๐จ INVESTIGATE SENATOR MARK KELLY ๐จ
Oh Hell No
Our SenatorKelly from Arizona...served 25 YEARS in the U.S. MILITARY
39 Combat Missions
4 missions into space as an astronaut
Married to the amazing Gabby Giffords almost assassinated
WE IN ARIZONA STAND WITH HIM
HEGSETH can't shine his shoes
Oh Hell No
Our SenatorKelly from Arizona...served 25 YEARS in the U.S. MILITARY
39 Combat Missions
4 missions into space as an astronaut
Married to the amazing Gabby Giffords almost assassinated
WE IN ARIZONA STAND WITH HIM
HEGSETH can't shine his shoes
November 24, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Patti nailed it!
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