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David Goldberg @goldbergdadr.bsky.social · 7d

Hospital at Home and other telemedicine services should not have been tied into this continuing resolution. It’s time to pass permanent legislation

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Making telehealth flexibilities permanent is the right call

Lifesaving telehealth regulatory flexibilities are set to expire Sept. 30. Congress must act now to pass bipartisan legislation to expand telehealth.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 24d

Noah Wyle won the #Emmy for best lead actor in a drama series for "The Pitt."

Accepting his Emmy, he thanked medical workers going off or coming on shift. bit.ly/46kJJwR

Noah Wyle accepts an Emmy. Text: 2025 Emmys: Best actor in a drama series: Noah Wyle, "The Pitt," AP Photo/Chris Pizzello

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David Goldberg @goldbergdadr.bsky.social · Sep 6

@kkjetelina.bsky.social @jeremyfaust.bsky.social sharing @jennog.bsky.social experience of trying to get a COVID vaccine in Virginia

David Goldberg @goldbergdadr.bsky.social · Sep 6

@cbs6-richmond.bsky.social sharing @jennog.bsky.social experience from this week: open.substack.com/pub/jennog/p...

Getting the COVID Booster in Virginia This Week

I’m a masters educated public health professional.

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David Goldberg @goldbergdadr.bsky.social · Sep 6

@cbs6-richmond.bsky.social sharing @jennog.bsky.social experience from this week: open.substack.com/pub/jennog/p...

Getting the COVID Booster in Virginia This Week

I’m a masters educated public health professional.

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David Goldberg @goldbergdadr.bsky.social · Sep 6

@cbs6-richmond.bsky.social Thank for sharing this article and reaching out to Governor Youngkin. He could help Virginians by signing an executive order allowing pharmacists to give a vaccine without a prescription. This would also save doctor’s offices from being inundated with an unnecessary ask.

WTVR CBS 6 News Richmond, Virginia @cbs6-richmond.bsky.social · Sep 6

Virginia families seeking updated COVID-19 vaccines are encountering unexpected obstacles as federal policy changes create confusion about prescription requirements at pharmacies.

Hoping to get a COVID-19 booster in Virginia? You now need a prescription.

Virginia families seeking updated COVID-19 vaccines are encountering unexpected obstacles as federal policy changes create confusion about prescription requirements at pharmacies.

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David Goldberg @goldbergdadr.bsky.social · Sep 5

Official announcement from VDH regarding vaccination: www.vdh.virginia.gov/blog/2025/09...

Statement from the Virginia Department of Health Regarding the 2025-26 COVID-19 Vaccine – Virginia Department of Health

www.vdh.virginia.gov

David Goldberg @goldbergdadr.bsky.social · Sep 5

Back in the beginning of his term, Governor Youngkin wrote about the choice of getting vaccinated. I hope he is willing to sign an executive order to allow Virginians that choice now

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IDSA @idsainfo.bsky.social · Sep 3

As national medical, scientific, public health and patient organizations, we call for the resignation of HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to ensure the health of the American people.

Our statement: https://bit.ly/45LeJHi

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Dr. Lucky Tran @luckytran.com · Sep 3

In response to the dismantling of the CDC, California, Oregon, and Washington have launched the West Coast Health Alliance, which will make their own science-based vaccine guidelines, and make sure vaccines are accessible to everyone.

California, Oregon, and Washington to launch new West Coast Health Alliance to uphold scientific integrity in public health as Trump destroys CDC’s credibility

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David Goldberg @goldbergdadr.bsky.social · Sep 3

Just creating more unnecessary work for already burdened primary care physicians!

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David Goldberg @goldbergdadr.bsky.social · Sep 3

@meghin.bsky.social It should not be this hard for people to get a COVID-19 vaccine if they want one. As someone who was a hospitalist during COVID before vaccines were available, I saw the difference vaccines made in reducing severe illness and death. Hopefully Virginia can adjust.

Meghin Moore @meghin.bsky.social · Aug 29

Virginia is one of the states on this list

Maggie Astor @maggieastor.bsky.social · Aug 29

NEWS: CVS, the largest pharmacy chain in the country, is currently not offering Covid vaccines in 16 states and DC — even to people who meet the new FDA criteria — because the CDC hasn't signed off and isn't expected to do so (if it does so) for at least three weeks.

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Dr. Lucky Tran @luckytran.com · Aug 31

New Mexico has issued a public health order that removes federal restrictions to COVID-19 vaccine access so that pharmacies in New Mexico can vaccinate people of all ages and risk profiles. Every state need to do this!

PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER
NEW MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
SECRETARY GINA DEBLASSIE
AUGUST 29, 2025
Ensuring Availability of COVID-19 Vaccine for the 2025-2026 Season

THIS ORDER supersedes any previous order, proclamation, or directives to the extent they are in conflict. This Public Order shall take effect immediately and remain in effect until such time as it automatically expires one year from the date of issuance, or until such time as the New Mexico Department of Health Cabinet Secretary rescinds it.

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Meghin Moore @meghin.bsky.social · Aug 29

Virginia is one of the states on this list

Maggie Astor @maggieastor.bsky.social · Aug 29

NEWS: CVS, the largest pharmacy chain in the country, is currently not offering Covid vaccines in 16 states and DC — even to people who meet the new FDA criteria — because the CDC hasn't signed off and isn't expected to do so (if it does so) for at least three weeks.

CVS Holds Off on Offering Covid Vaccines in 16 States

www.nytimes.com

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GeriPal Podcast @geripal.bsky.social · Aug 28

Do Dementia Care Management Programs Work? We’ve invited David Reuben & Greg Sachs to talk about their two respective trials, published in JAMA — D-CARE and IN-PEACE. #medsky

👉 Full episode: bit.ly/GeriPalEp371
😀 hosts @alexsmithmd.bsky.social | @ewidera.bsky.social

#dementia #dementiacare

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IDSA @idsainfo.bsky.social · Aug 27

IDSA calls on insurers to cover COVID vaccines consistent with medical recommendations and evidence, and urges Congress to conduct strong oversight of the Administration’s decision restricting Americans’ freedom to choose vaccination.

Our statement: https://bit.ly/3JBFPb6

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The American Academy of Pediatrics @ameracadpeds.bsky.social · Aug 19

American Academy of Pediatrics has released our annual update to our immunization recommendations to best help children and adolescents build immunity and stay healthy.
Read our full policy statement to learn about AAP's updated immunization schedule.
www.aap.org/en/news-room...

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Your Local Epidemiologist @ylepidemiologist.bsky.social · Aug 18

1/ Quick update on #fallvaccines:

Flu and RSV vaccines remain business as usual this fall: if you’re eligible, you should be able to get them without issue. Vaccinations should start in September.

Covid-19 vaccines are another story. There will be three key developments this week 👇

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David Goldberg @goldbergdadr.bsky.social · Aug 19

“The guideline recommends early treatment for people diagnosed with high blood pressure with a goal of systolic blood pressure (top number) goal of <130 mm Hg for adults with high blood pressure to prevent cognitive impairment and dementia.”

American College of Cardiology @accintouch.bsky.social · Aug 15

2025 High Blood Pressure Guideline-at-a-Glance: bit.ly/47tyqo6

#Hypertension #CardioSky #MedSky #JACC

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American College of Cardiology @accintouch.bsky.social · Aug 15

2025 High Blood Pressure Guideline-at-a-Glance: bit.ly/47tyqo6

#Hypertension #CardioSky #MedSky #JACC

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Dr. Lucky Tran @luckytran.com · Aug 6

mRNA vaccines are one of the most important tools we have for preventing future catastrophic pandemics because we can update them more quickly than any other vaccine technology in response to new emerging viruses & variants.

RFK Jr cancelling millions in mRNA research makes the world far less safe.

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David Goldberg @goldbergdadr.bsky.social · Aug 6

@lukensjohnr.bsky.social Interesting summary by @erictopol.bsky.social! Also, @erictopol.bsky.social should definitely have you on Ground Truths sometime for your work!

Eric Topol @erictopol.bsky.social · Aug 6

Our brain-immune system axis has recently has some fascinating new reports
Here is one summarized
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
More here erictopol.substack.com/p/our-braini...

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David Goldberg @goldbergdadr.bsky.social · Aug 1

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SNAP Benefits Linked to Slower Cognitive Decline | AAIC

Participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) may help protect against age-related cognitive decline, suggests national study.

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David Goldberg @goldbergdadr.bsky.social · Jul 31

@alzassociation.bsky.social aaic.alz.org/program/aaic...

Looking forward to checking this out!

AAIC For All: Clinicians | Alzheimer's Association

Hear about the latest in Alzheimer’s treatment, diagnosis, prevention & care at AAIC For All: Clinicians, a no-cost event for dementia health care professionals.

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Alzheimer's Association @alzassociation.bsky.social · Jul 28

📣Today is a turning point in what we know about brain health.

The results from the U.S. POINTER trial provide the rigorous data needed to say with confidence that healthy behaviors can meaningfully protect brain health across diverse populations in the U.S.
#AAIC25 alz.org/USPOINTERresults

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John Lukens @lukensjohnr.bsky.social · Jul 16

APOE ε4 carriers share immune-related proteomic changes across neurodegenerative diseases
www.nature.com/articles/s41...

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