SR Long

@srlong.bsky.social

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Avid reader, statistically literate scientist and horrified public health enthusiast. Pro-education and politically aware. Over-educated, feisty feminist, occasional artist and cranky lace knitter. Gardener who fights with squirrels. AussieMom.

Screenshot shows the mission statement of rural.gov at USDA.
"RPN is an all-of-government program that helps rural communities find resources and funding to create jobs, build infrastructure, and support long-term economic stability on their own terms."

The beacon is lit, America calls for aid
(Tall McDonald's sign, completely engulfed in flames)

January 24, 2025: Minnesota Department of Health is asking emergent care providers to subtype all fluA patients within 24h of admission. (To determine if Flu A is H5N1).

Screenshot shows CDC COVID data page with January 23, 2025 stamp for latest updates.

Screen capture, says that H5N1 D1.1 in hospitalized B.C. teenager has several mutations in common pandemic 1918 influenza

Cartoon of person holding a broom realizing their floors will never be clean because of their choices, looks at dogs labeled "the choices."