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RKF Jr.’s Plot to Kill America - Dame Magazine

Sarah Sloat @sarahsloat.bsky.social · Sep 3

Threats to defund mRNA research are putting a substantial portion of the U.S. population at risk. How did something so promising get vilified? For @damemagazine.bsky.social, I reported on why scientists are horrified and how lies by omission make us vulnerable: www.damemagazine.com/2025/08/28/r...

During a morning in late August, Jilian Melamed, a research assistant professor, was discussing exciting new data with her team. They’re working on mRNA-based therapies for autoimmune diseases. So far...

ŌURA Establishes U.S. Manufacturing to Support Growing U.S. Defense Business

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Sarah Sloat @sarahsloat.bsky.social · Sep 2

Anyone thinking of cancelling — or has already cancelled — their Oura ring because of the DoD/Palantir partnership? If so, I would love to speak with you for a potential article! Please email [email protected]

ouraring.com/blog/oura-us...

ŌURA is proud to partner with the U.S. Department of Defense to prioritize security and promote readiness in support of those who serve.

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Pandemic Center at Brown University’s School of Public Health @pandemiccenter.bsky.social · Aug 29

@jennifernuzzo.bsky.social shares her concerns in interview w/ @damemagazine.bsky.social that cuts to #mRNA research could limit the development to treat other diseases.

It shrinks the pool of researchers, push them into different fields, or moves them to work in other countries.

More here ⤵️

Sarah Sloat @sarahsloat.bsky.social · Aug 29

Ending research for vaccines and therapies that don’t exist yet might sound bad but feel inconsequential for now. Then you'll have a loved one in desperate need. Here's my story on what we're losing and the researchers doing everything they can to continue the science. For @damemagazine.bsky.social:

RKF Jr.’s Plot to Kill America - Dame Magazine

During a morning in late August, Jilian Melamed, a research assistant professor, was discussing exciting new data with her team. They’re working on mRNA-based therapies for autoimmune diseases. So far...

RKF Jr.’s Plot to Kill America - Dame Magazine

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Sarah Sloat @sarahsloat.bsky.social · Aug 29

Ending research for vaccines and therapies that don’t exist yet might sound bad but feel inconsequential for now. Then you'll have a loved one in desperate need. Here's my story on what we're losing and the researchers doing everything they can to continue the science. For @damemagazine.bsky.social:

During a morning in late August, Jilian Melamed, a research assistant professor, was discussing exciting new data with her team. They’re working on mRNA-based therapies for autoimmune diseases. So far...

Wired and Business Insider remove 'AI-written' freelance articles

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Sarah Sloat @sarahsloat.bsky.social · Aug 29

One issue (of many) that should inspire you to make an issue of it: kids with brain cancer won't be able to get the novel treatments they need and have been waiting for
www.nytimes.com/2025/08/28/w...

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Sarah Sloat @sarahsloat.bsky.social · Aug 27

what we need now is the gonzo feature revealing "who is Margaux Blanchard" pressgazette.co.uk/publishers/d...

Wired and Business Insider have removed freelance articles over concerns they were written by AI under a fake name.

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This is Your Brain Under Constant Trauma - Dame Magazine

Sarah Sloat @sarahsloat.bsky.social · Aug 15

feels about as appropriate as ever to resurface this article I wrote for @damemagazine.bsky.social www.damemagazine.com/2022/06/29/t...

On 9/11, E. Alison Holman was in Nigeria. She didn’t learn about the terrorist attack until she saw it on television at a home she was visiting. Holman was horrified by what she saw and asked her host...

Why it’s important to protect your hearing as you age – and what experts suggest

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Sarah Sloat @sarahsloat.bsky.social · Jul 31

My new article on hearing health points to the same lesson: www.theguardian.com/wellness/202... 🧪 🧠

What’s most important about hearing health how it helps people stay engaged, say experts – here’s how to support it

What is metabolic syndrome – and do we really need to worry about it?

Sarah Sloat @sarahsloat.bsky.social · Jul 31

The more I report on aging the more I notice that many of the “aging hacks” start in one place — the thing you need to eat, the exercise you need to do, the product you need to buy — but end up at a similar conclusion: Community is the key to longevity, and the ability to stay social is paramount.

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Sarah Sloat @sarahsloat.bsky.social · Jul 28

Journo request! Are you the Type B friend? Or are you a Type A person with thoughts on your Type B friend? Are you described as Type B but don't think that matches who you really are?

Then I would love to chat with you for a Guardian article! Email is [email protected]. 🧪 #journorequest

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Sarah Sloat @sarahsloat.bsky.social · Jul 8

A new hyper-focus in the wellness space is metabolic syndrome. In my latest for @theguardian.com I dig into why it's an important health issue, but it's also a fertile space for misinformation. 🧪
www.theguardian.com/wellness/202...

Metabolic syndrome – popularized by two architects of Maha – is a real health issue, but messaging can take a turn toward scienceploitation

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Sarah Sloat @sarahsloat.bsky.social · Jul 7

Would love to be included! 🧪

FDA to limit covid shot approval to elderly, those with medical conditions

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Fenit Nirappil @fenitn.bsky.social · May 21

I'm a health reporter at The Washington Post looking to talk to people who do not qualify under these narrowed criteria about why coronavirus vaccination matters to you

If you're comfortable sharing your experiences for an article, please email me at [email protected]

The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · May 20

The FDA has unveiled plans to narrow its approval for updated coronavirus vaccines to older adults and people with at least one health condition that puts them at high risk for severe disease, marking a significant shift in the agency’s approach to green-lighting the shots.

The agency will narrow its approval for updated coronavirus vaccines, marking a significant shift in the agency’s approach to green-lighting shots that have been recommended broadly to the public.

www.washingtonpost.com

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Sarah Sloat @sarahsloat.bsky.social · May 5

My latest!

Business Insider @businessinsider.com · May 1

Economic and environmental uncertainty is putting pressure on farmers. Precision agriculture and IoT technology can help save time and resources.

Farmers are using IoT to take the guesswork out of growing

Economic and environmental uncertainty is putting pressure on farmers. Precision agriculture and IoT technology can help save time and resources.

www.businessinsider.com

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Stein Institute for Research on Aging @healthyagingucsd.bsky.social · Apr 18

Dr. Alison Moore shares insights in @guardian on the benefits and risks of cannabis use among older adults. A must-read as we continue important conversations around aging and health. 🌿👵👴

📖 Read more: www.theguardian.com/wellness/202...

#UCSDHealthyAging #Cannabis #UCSDGeriatrics

More people aged 65+ are trying out cannabis. Here’s what to know about the risks and benefits

US adults in the age group are using cannabis to treat pain and poor sleep – and they’re a fast-growing market