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Elliot @els76uk.bsky.social · 1d

I'm not a bible person, but maybe the christians in US would do well to read theirs: "Do not mistreat foreigners living in your country, but treat them just as you treat your own citizens."

Leviticus 19:33-34: Do not mistreat foreigners living in your country, but treat them just as you treat your own citizens. Love foreigners as you love yourselves, because you were foreigners one time in Egypt. I am the Lord your God.

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Tristan J Barber @tristanjbarber.bsky.social · 21h

There on the Sunday, sadly not for long but hope to catch you :-)

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British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (BASHH) @bashhuk.bsky.social · 3d

Spaces are filling up quickly for the GUM National Taster Day!

Happening on the 6th October, this event is an opportunity to learn about the specialty, what it entails, and gain insight into common sexual health and HIV scenarios.

Secure your spot now ➡️ bit.ly/460dBPW

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KOJAMF🤘🖤🤘 @kojamf.bsky.social · 4d

Dr. Jane Goodall filmed an interview with Netflix in March 2025 that she understood would only be released after her death.

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Shilah Morgana 🏳️‍⚧️ | Human Rights & Feminist Justice Advocate| ED @shilah2567.bsky.social · 5d

Do you know what U=U means?

It stands for Undetectable = Untransmittable.

When a person living with HIV is on effective treatment and their viral load is undetectable, they cannot pass on HIV.

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British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (BASHH) @bashhuk.bsky.social · 5d

Our Sexual Health for Gender and Sexual Minorities (GSM) Study Day is back 🎉 We’ve lined up a packed programme tackling key issues for GSM communities.

Hear from @tristanjbarber.bsky.social on why you should join us in Leeds on 7th November.

Book now ➡️ bit.ly/4gIpP3E

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Tristan J Barber @tristanjbarber.bsky.social · 5d

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Tristan Barber's review of The Ayatollah's Gaze

5/5: Absolutely loved this book. Fascinating, uplifting, joyous, and heartbreaking. A must read!

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Tristan J Barber @tristanjbarber.bsky.social · 5d

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Tristan J Barber @tristanjbarber.bsky.social · 6d

farewell Kitty 😢 ❤️ ‘I just put on my dancing slacks and get frigging, or whatever dance craze the youngsters are into these days’ 🤣 #DamePatriciaRoutledge ‘I asked her what’s that smell, ‘Ma Griffe’ she said…’ and, well, you should know the rest 🥰 😂

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Madhu Pai, MD, PhD @madhupai.bsky.social · 6d

PubMed is in trouble

This is beyond bad for medical research

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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Tristan J Barber @tristanjbarber.bsky.social · 6d

correct me if I am wrong @allaboutthearchers.bsky.social but wasn’t tonight *entirely* gay? If so, is that a first?? Loved it 🏳️‍🌈 #TheArchers ☺️👏🏼👍🏼

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Attitude Magazine @attitudemag.bsky.social · 6d

OHSU researchers fertilise eggs made from human skin DNA, meaning same-sex couples could be genetically linked to their child in the future
www.attitude.co.uk/news/same-se...

Same-sex couples could soon share DNA with their baby in scientific breakthrough

OHSU researchers fertilise eggs made from human skin DNA, meaning same-sex couples could be genetically linked to their child in the future.

www.attitude.co.uk

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Myles Helfand @myhelfy.bsky.social · 6d

"'It’s not surprising, but it’s still incredibly disappointing,' says [ousted NIAID Director Jeanne] Marrazzo, who found her letter in a torn UPS Express package yesterday after returning from a week at the beach." www.science.org/content/arti...

After months in limbo, four NIH institute directors fired

Two leaders removed by Trump administration had hoped to stay at agency as in-house investigators

www.science.org

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Make Votes Matter @makevotesmatter.bsky.social · 7d

"I'd love to throw it in the bin."

At #LabourConference2025, Livvy from Young Make Votes Matter asked Labour members about their opinions on the First Past the Post voting system.

Here's what they had to say 👇

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angelinanamiba.bsky.social @angelinanamiba.bsky.social · 7d

This Black History Month, why not celebrate by joining us in reflecting on your life, sharing your journey and telling your story.
Don't know where to start? We can help with our journal. A self-guided approach to start to explore and tell your story.
To order email:[email protected]

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Shilah Morgana 🏳️‍⚧️ | Human Rights & Feminist Justice Advocate| ED @shilah2567.bsky.social · 10d

Shilah Morgana
Thanks 🙏🏼 @tristanjbarber.bsky.social 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻🫂🫂

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Tristan J Barber @tristanjbarber.bsky.social · 10d

@unaids.org @iasociety.bsky.social @eacsociety.bsky.social @shareeastlondon.bsky.social @shilah2567.bsky.social

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Tristan J Barber @tristanjbarber.bsky.social · 10d

Humbled by YOU Shilah 🙇‍♂️ 🤩 👏🏼

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Tristan J Barber @tristanjbarber.bsky.social · 10d

@shilah2567.bsky.social - @bhiva.bsky.social @bashhuk.bsky.social @stonewalluk.bsky.social @petertatchellfdn.bsky.social - pls give Shilah a follow back - and repost! She is doing amazing work 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ 💪🏼 👍🏼 ❤️

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Tristan J Barber @tristanjbarber.bsky.social · 10d

@electoralreform.bsky.social now pls!

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Tristan J Barber @tristanjbarber.bsky.social · 10d

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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 11d

It's odd that Republicans can do the mental gymnastics to link Tylenol to autism, but not link gun deaths to guns.

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BK. Titanji @boghuma.bsky.social · 13d

CDC released provisional 2024 data on sexually transmitted infections (STIs). For the first time in years, overall reported cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, & syphilis are down ~9%. In 2024, over 2.2 million STIs were reported. That’s still 13% higher than 10 years ago.
www.cdc.gov/sti-statisti...

Sexually Transmitted Infections Surveillance, 2024 (Provisional)

The most recent national data for reportable STIs: chlamydia, syphilis, gonorrhea.

www.cdc.gov

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British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (BASHH) @bashhuk.bsky.social · 14d

BASHH is proud to celebrate #WorldPharmacistsDay, recognising the vital role pharmacists play in GUM care.

Your expertise and commitment make a lasting impact. Thank you to our pharmacist members and the wider profession!

Find out more ➡️ bit.ly/3VCsn9N

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Tristan J Barber @tristanjbarber.bsky.social · 15d

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