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Be sure to tune into this webinar featuring our Deputy Director @oxonandrew.bsky.social 👇

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Is wastewater surveillance the next frontier in tracking antimicrobial resistance? 🦠💧 In this seminar, @oxonandrew.bsky.social will discuss how wastewater surveillance could become a powerful tool in the global fight against #AMR. 📅 28 | 04 🕰️ 13:00 BST 📍LSHTM 🔗 bit.ly/4im6DrI

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LSHTM responds to funding cuts and attacks on science A statement from LSHTM’s Executive Team on threats to global health programmes and research: www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n... #PublicHealth

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Join our expert panel this #WorldMalariaDay as we ask: What next for malaria research in a time of crisis? Hear from global health leaders on how we protect progress & refocus research in the face of funding cuts. 🗓️ Friday 25 April 🕧 12:30 BST 📍 LSHTM | Online 🔗 bit.ly/42nuDEF

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Such great work @ioanaolaru.bsky.social @thruzim.bsky.social @lshtmamrcentre.bsky.social @wellcometrust.bsky.social

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We’ve hit 1,000 followers on BlueSky! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who’s joined us on our journey tackling antimicrobial resistance 🙌 Here’s to more collaboration, conversation, and impact 🤝 Stay connected 👉 bit.ly/3G2bKjq #AMR

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👋 Hi Bluesky. We’re the Centre for Data and Statistical Science for Health (DASH) at @lshtm.bsky.social We are the hub for data and statistical science in LSHTM, applying our expertise and data science resources to the biggest problems in global health Find out more about us 👇

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On this #WorldHealthDay, MARCH Centre researchers at LSHTM share powerful insights on advancing research to improve the lives of mothers and newborns 👶 Watch 👇

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🤱Mothers and newborns deserve a world where they can thrive. 🗣️On #WorldHealthDay, Dr Aduragbemi Banke-Thomas and Dr Hannah Blencowe @lshtm.bsky.social discuss the importance of advancing research to inform action and improve the lives of pregnant women and their babies. #HopefulFutures

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👋We’re the Maternal, Adolescent, Reproductive and Child Health Centre at @lshtm.bsky.social – also known as MARCH! Our Centre brings together over 550 researchers from different fields to improve women’s, children’s and adolescents’ health worldwide. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/4caJiYr

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1/ Last call for the EMBL-UNESCO Residency Programme! ⏳ If you’re a female African scientist working in infection biology, this is your opportunity to develop scientific skills while fostering collaboration across borders. 🙌 Apply until 31 March 2025. www.embl.org/about/info/s...

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Hi Bluesky! 👋 We're the Centre for Epidemic Preparedness & Response at @lshtm.bsky.social. Our Centre brings together experts from different fields to see the bigger picture, re-think collaboration and make a global impact on pandemic preparedness. Want to know more? 👇

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Better late than never...our evaluation website is now live! www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen... @dianeashiru.bsky.social @ayodejimatuluko.bsky.social @lshtm.bsky.social @lshtmamrcentre.bsky.social @efimantz.bsky.social

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Major differences in pharmacies´ antibiotics use for sore throats In Mail Online @ayodejimatuluko.bsky.social & @rebeccaglover.bsky.social discuss study with Cardiff University that found pharmacies in #England twice as likely to supply #antibiotics than #Wales. www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/pa/art...

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Interesting natural experiment - pharmacy-antibiotic prescription for acute sore throat. May prevent over-prescriptions with Group A Strep point of care tests - as done in Wales, but not England. @rebeccaglover.bsky.social @efimantz.bsky.social @lshtmamrcentre.bsky.social #IDSky #ClinMicro #AMR

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In the Women in @cmmid-lshtm.bsky.social blog series, our Co-Director @gmknght.bsky.social reflects on her experience at the #WomensHealth2025 meeting with @eventswcs.bsky.social which focused on women’s health research across their lifespan. Read the blog 👇 bit.ly/3DTx2id

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Why the world needs a vision for public health now more than ever LSHTM Director Liam Smeeth argues #PublicHealth research & education are even more important with #science under attack & global #health programmes facing unprecedented cuts. www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...

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📢 Learn to model infectious diseases & inform public health decisions @lshtm.bsky.social This hands-on course equips health professionals, researchers, and policymakers with essential epidemiological modelling skills. 📅 16–27 June 2025 | Hybrid Apply now 👇 🔗 bit.ly/4iE45py

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A recent @lshtm.bsky.social study led by Dr Ananya Malhotra examines how different immunotherapy treatments impact quality of life for advanced lung cancer patients over 18 months. Findings highlight the need for a more personalised approach to care. 🔗 bit.ly/43FYPx5

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Our Deputy Director, @rebeccaglover.bsky.social , and @ayodejimatuluko.bsky.social uncover that pharmacies in England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 may be twice as likely to supply antibiotics for sore throats compared to Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 , highlighting key regional differences in antibiotic use. 💊

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New article now out! Comparing antibiotic supply for acute sore throat in pharmacies in England to those in Wales (spoiler alert: English antibiotic supply is much higher). @lshtmamrcentre.bsky.social @lshtm.bsky.social @efimantz.bsky.social academic.oup.com/jac/advance-...

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🌍💧 Cholera is making a comeback—global cases have surged by 40% since 2022. Climate change & crises are fueling the rise. Amelia Stewart explores the factors behind the rise in Vibrio cholerae infections. Read more👇 www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...

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Join us tomorrow for a seminar on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in low-prevalence settings. Dr. Gunnar Skov Simonsen will discuss AMR dynamics in Scandinavian countries, focusing on E. coli and S. aureus. 📅 11 March 📍 LSHTM | Online 🔗 bit.ly/3Ftbl95

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Empower women with better healthcare. On this #InternationalWomensDay, a recent @lshtm.bsky.social study highlights how racialised & low-income women often self-manage UTIs due to systemic barriers. It’s time for policies that support, not sideline, their health. Read more 👉 bit.ly/3XAFKIR

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🔊 Empowering women in science means amplifying voices, breaking barriers, and driving change. Ahead of #IWD2025, we celebrate Dr. Sydney Miles, whose career is a testament to perseverance, passion, and the power of representation in science. 🔗 bit.ly/4kwlPVl

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🔎 AMR surveillance needs better data—so where do we find it? In this blog, @gmknght.bsky.social explores the challenges of accessing open data for global antimicrobial resistance surveillance and why it’s crucial for tackling this growing threat. Read more👇 bit.ly/43plA8v #AMR

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🚨 The silent pandemic we can’t afford to ignore! In this blog, our Student Liaison Officer, Yeo Jin Jung, highlights the urgent need for a One Health approach to tackle antimicrobial resistance. Read more 👇 bit.ly/4kCrtp8

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£240k grant to explore how Campylobacter disrupts the gut microbiome and causes diarrhoea. Researchers @lshtm.bsky.social and Nagasaki University will aim to develop new antimicrobial strategies. The research will be led by @ozangundogdu11.bsky.social at LSHTM. 👇 bit.ly/3Dfy3AV

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🌍💧 Cholera is making a comeback—global cases have surged by 40% since 2022. Climate change & crises are fueling the rise. Amelia Stewart explores the factors behind the rise in Vibrio cholerae infections. Read more👇 www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...

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💰 Fighting superbugs, but where’s the money? Tracking AMR financing is a challenge—only 11% of countries have dedicated budgets. 🔍🦠 #AMR #GlobalHealth Read more👇 www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...

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Did you see what we did there? 👀

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Celebrating International Women and Girls in Science🌍 From India to the UK, Dr Ananya shares her journey in STEM—the challenges, triumphs, & opportunities that shaped her career. A powerful reminder of why representation matters in science. 👇 bit.ly/410n4n0

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Science knows no borders—nor should the dreams of the women shaping it. On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, @danaait.bsky.social shares her journey as a Lebanese woman in STEM, breaking barriers and inspiring the next generation. Read more 👉 bit.ly/40QtDIt

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🚨 Tackle the global threat of antimicrobial resistance! Join our online short course 📚 , Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR): A Multidisciplinary Approach, to explore One Health responses & interventions. 📅 7–11 July 2025 📍 Online 🔗 Apply by 13 June 👉 bit.ly/3Q88vIT

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Is #AMR’s biggest problem its name? In this blog, @rebeccaglover.bsky.social challenges the idea that rebranding will fix public engagement—after all, HIV and Ebola caught on just fine. So, is it really the terminology, or are we missing the bigger picture? Read more 👉 bit.ly/40ObACC

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The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has published an updated antimicrobial stewardship tool to support healthcare professionals across the UK prescribe the most appropriate antibiotics for patients, while protecting their future effectiveness. www.gov.uk/government/n...

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In this blog, @jackieknee.bsky.social emphasises the vital role of water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Access to improved WASH can significantly reduce reported use of antibiotics 🦠 Read more 👇 t.co/tYqVlgBJaK

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2025 ushers in new leadership at the Malaria Centre! 🌟 We’re thrilled to announce our 3️⃣ new co-directors: 👉 @mjdelves.bsky.social 👉 Dr. Bhargavi Rao 👉 Dr. Eniyou Cheryll Oriero Together, their leadership will propel our mission to end malaria globally🌍 Read more: bit.ly/4gVlitN

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Global warming contributes to the number of floods, fires, and tornadoes, as well as the mutation and spread of viruses and bacteria that are dangerous to human health, increasing global pandemics. Ignoring the climate crisis is ignoring our common planetary future. #climatechange #globalhealth

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#Gaza war death toll could be significantly higher, researchers say BBC News reports on new @lshtm.bsky.social study suggesting number of Palestinians who died from traumatic injury underreported by 41%. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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📢 Gaza: 64,000 deaths due to violence between October 2023 & June 2024, new study estimates. LSHTM research in The Lancet suggests Palestinian Ministry of Health underreported death toll due to traumatic injury by approximately 41%. www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

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Climate change may fuel increasing prevalence of AMR, leading to a dual threat to global health. Rising temperatures, extreme weather, & environmental shifts may create conditions that enable drug-resistant infections to spread. Read @meganecarey.bsky.social ’s insights👇 bit.ly/4h0wO7a

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New year, new opportunities to explore critical issues! 🎉 Dr Deepshikha Batheja will explore gender disparities in antibiotic use across the U.S & India, uncovering why women use more antibiotics & how socioeconomic factors play a role. 📅 Jan 14 ⏰ 12:30 📍 LSHTM 🔗 bit.ly/4h5HpO3

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Congratulations Professor Gwen Knight @gmknght.bsky.social, co-Director of @lshtmamrcentre.bsky.social and MRC Fellow, on promotion to Professor @lshtm.bsky.social - very richly deserved! Read Gwen's latest work on AMR surveillance and modelling 🧫👩‍💻🌍 doi.org/10.1371/jour... doi.org/10.1371/jour...

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Only 1% of clinical laboratories in 14 sub-Saharan African countries can conduct bacteriological testing - key to fighting AMR 🧫📈🔬 A recent Lancet Microbe study highlights urgent gaps in laboratory capacity and offers actionable solutions. Read 👉 bit.ly/3VwgpyU #AMR #GlobalHealth #IDSky

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jhenryc.bsky.social highlights a recent publication emphasising the critical need for enhanced local laboratory capacity to address antimicrobial resistance in sub-Saharan Africa. Building robust systems is essential for the effective detection and management of AMR. Read more 👉 bit.ly/3VwgpyU

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In this blog @katholt.bsky.social sheds light on Klebsiella pneumoniae, a major cause of hospital-acquired infections 🦠 and a key player in the global antimicrobial resistance crisis. 📖 Read more: bit.ly/41gOzKF @lshtm.bsky.social @megancarey.bsky.social @cmcrodrigues.bsky.social

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Welcome to the official BlueSky account of the LSHTM Malaria Centre! 🌍✨ We are a leading hub for malaria research, bringing together experts to tackle one of the world’s most pressing health challenges. Follow us for updates on our latest research, events, and initiatives.

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