SEJ — Society of Environmental Journalists
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SEJ is a membership association of professional journalists dedicated to environmental issues. Our mission is to strengthen the quality, reach and viability of journalism that advances public understanding of environmental issues. linktr.ee/sejorg
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We’re thrilled to bring SEJ’s global community to Halifax for our first international conference. Stay tuned for details!
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We’re thrilled to bring SEJ’s global community to Halifax for our first international conference. Stay tuned for details!
✉️Share ideas for SEJ2027: [email protected]
#PuertoRico’s water crisis goes beyond months of rationing.
In the latest #VoicesofEnvironmentalJustice, @yessfun.com looks at the politics, history and community perspectives journalists need to understand to cover the story fully.
Read more at www.sej.org/publications...
In the latest #VoicesofEnvironmentalJustice, @yessfun.com looks at the politics, history and community perspectives journalists need to understand to cover the story fully.
Read more at www.sej.org/publications...
September 16, 2026 at 5:03 PM
#PuertoRico’s water crisis goes beyond months of rationing.
In the latest #VoicesofEnvironmentalJustice, @yessfun.com looks at the politics, history and community perspectives journalists need to understand to cover the story fully.
Read more at www.sej.org/publications...
In the latest #VoicesofEnvironmentalJustice, @yessfun.com looks at the politics, history and community perspectives journalists need to understand to cover the story fully.
Read more at www.sej.org/publications...
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An #Environmental Defender Is Murdered Every Three Days
@katiesurma.bsky.social reports for @insideclimatenews.org
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@katiesurma.bsky.social reports for @insideclimatenews.org
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An Environmental Defender Is Murdered Every Three Days - Inside Climate News
At least 124 people were killed in 2025 for protecting their homelands, forests, farms and waterways from pollution and other harms, according to a new report.
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September 16, 2026 at 1:31 PM
An #Environmental Defender Is Murdered Every Three Days
@katiesurma.bsky.social reports for @insideclimatenews.org
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@katiesurma.bsky.social reports for @insideclimatenews.org
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#EPA Kills Rule That Limits #Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Power Plants
@matthewdalyap.bsky.social reports for @apnews.com
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@matthewdalyap.bsky.social reports for @apnews.com
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September 15, 2026 at 8:35 PM
#EPA Kills Rule That Limits #Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Power Plants
@matthewdalyap.bsky.social reports for @apnews.com
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@matthewdalyap.bsky.social reports for @apnews.com
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Critical U.S. emissions data may soon become harder to access, but researchers with EDGI have preserved it.
The latest Reporter’s Toolbox explores the dataset and how journalists can use it to investigate U.S. greenhouse gas emissions.
Read more at www.sej.org/publications...
The latest Reporter’s Toolbox explores the dataset and how journalists can use it to investigate U.S. greenhouse gas emissions.
Read more at www.sej.org/publications...
September 14, 2026 at 5:58 PM
Critical U.S. emissions data may soon become harder to access, but researchers with EDGI have preserved it.
The latest Reporter’s Toolbox explores the dataset and how journalists can use it to investigate U.S. greenhouse gas emissions.
Read more at www.sej.org/publications...
The latest Reporter’s Toolbox explores the dataset and how journalists can use it to investigate U.S. greenhouse gas emissions.
Read more at www.sej.org/publications...
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Climate events are intensifying — and so is the risk of overstating the relationship between environment and public health.
Hear from @jgasspoore.hazardpodcast.com on how to make rigorous editorial calls and communicate uncertainty clearly.
Register for free here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Hear from @jgasspoore.hazardpodcast.com on how to make rigorous editorial calls and communicate uncertainty clearly.
Register for free here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
September 4, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Climate events are intensifying — and so is the risk of overstating the relationship between environment and public health.
Hear from @jgasspoore.hazardpodcast.com on how to make rigorous editorial calls and communicate uncertainty clearly.
Register for free here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Hear from @jgasspoore.hazardpodcast.com on how to make rigorous editorial calls and communicate uncertainty clearly.
Register for free here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Extreme heat can create more than just uncomfortable summer days, it can worsen air pollution.
Heat and sunlight fuel harmful chemical reactions, while wildfires add dangerous smoke. The latest #SEJournalTipSheet offers story ideas and reporting resources:
www.sej.org/publications...
Heat and sunlight fuel harmful chemical reactions, while wildfires add dangerous smoke. The latest #SEJournalTipSheet offers story ideas and reporting resources:
www.sej.org/publications...
September 14, 2026 at 3:40 PM
Extreme heat can create more than just uncomfortable summer days, it can worsen air pollution.
Heat and sunlight fuel harmful chemical reactions, while wildfires add dangerous smoke. The latest #SEJournalTipSheet offers story ideas and reporting resources:
www.sej.org/publications...
Heat and sunlight fuel harmful chemical reactions, while wildfires add dangerous smoke. The latest #SEJournalTipSheet offers story ideas and reporting resources:
www.sej.org/publications...
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AI Boom Poses Growing Public Health Threat, Former #EPA Officials Warn
@hirokotabuchi.bsky.social reports for @nytimes.com
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@hirokotabuchi.bsky.social reports for @nytimes.com
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A.I. Data Center Pollution Poses Health Threat, Former E.P.A. Officials Warn (Gift Article)
Air pollution from gas-fired power plants to run data centers is expected to add at least $20 billion in annual health care costs by 2028, the group warns.
www.nytimes.com
September 11, 2026 at 7:56 PM
AI Boom Poses Growing Public Health Threat, Former #EPA Officials Warn
@hirokotabuchi.bsky.social reports for @nytimes.com
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@hirokotabuchi.bsky.social reports for @nytimes.com
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Can wind and solar alone deliver an emissions-free grid?
The latest #SEJournalFeature explores “clean firm power,” from long-duration batteries to nuclear energy and how Big Tech is driving demand for always-on, zero-carbon electricity.
Read more at www.sej.org/publications...
The latest #SEJournalFeature explores “clean firm power,” from long-duration batteries to nuclear energy and how Big Tech is driving demand for always-on, zero-carbon electricity.
Read more at www.sej.org/publications...
September 11, 2026 at 7:50 PM
Can wind and solar alone deliver an emissions-free grid?
The latest #SEJournalFeature explores “clean firm power,” from long-duration batteries to nuclear energy and how Big Tech is driving demand for always-on, zero-carbon electricity.
Read more at www.sej.org/publications...
The latest #SEJournalFeature explores “clean firm power,” from long-duration batteries to nuclear energy and how Big Tech is driving demand for always-on, zero-carbon electricity.
Read more at www.sej.org/publications...
On September 18, we're kicking off #ClimateWeekNYC with a conversation on climate reporting and safety. Light refreshments and networking, plus a panel moderated by @jgasspoore.hazardpodcast.com. Join us! Registration required: bit.ly/4A9FMZZ
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Field Ready: A Conversation on Climate Reporting and Safety
A pre-Climate Week NYC conversation on journalist safety, CPJ resources and the realities of freelance climate reporting. Join us Sept 18!
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September 11, 2026 at 3:02 PM
On September 18, we're kicking off #ClimateWeekNYC with a conversation on climate reporting and safety. Light refreshments and networking, plus a panel moderated by @jgasspoore.hazardpodcast.com. Join us! Registration required: bit.ly/4A9FMZZ
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You Don’t Have a Right to Safe Drinking Water, US Court Rules
@hurwitz.bsky.social reports for @motherjones.com
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@hurwitz.bsky.social reports for @motherjones.com
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You don't have a right to safe drinking water, US court rules
A Trump-appointed judge also said Americans have no “constitutional right to truthful information” during a public health crisis.
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September 10, 2026 at 9:39 PM
You Don’t Have a Right to Safe Drinking Water, US Court Rules
@hurwitz.bsky.social reports for @motherjones.com
www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
@hurwitz.bsky.social reports for @motherjones.com
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What’s new in SEJournal? 🔒🦪
#SEJournalWatchDog examines how “trade secrets” can keep environmental information hidden, while the latest #SEJournalTipSheet explores oysters as indicators of water and ecosystem health.
Read more at SEJ.org/SEJournal.
#SEJournalWatchDog examines how “trade secrets” can keep environmental information hidden, while the latest #SEJournalTipSheet explores oysters as indicators of water and ecosystem health.
Read more at SEJ.org/SEJournal.
September 10, 2026 at 8:20 PM
What’s new in SEJournal? 🔒🦪
#SEJournalWatchDog examines how “trade secrets” can keep environmental information hidden, while the latest #SEJournalTipSheet explores oysters as indicators of water and ecosystem health.
Read more at SEJ.org/SEJournal.
#SEJournalWatchDog examines how “trade secrets” can keep environmental information hidden, while the latest #SEJournalTipSheet explores oysters as indicators of water and ecosystem health.
Read more at SEJ.org/SEJournal.
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Farmers Are Going Broke While the Ag Secretary Profits Off Them
@georginagustin.bsky.social reports for @insideclimatenews.org
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@georginagustin.bsky.social reports for @insideclimatenews.org
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Farmers Are Going Broke Amid Rising Gas Prices, While the Ag Secretary Profits Off Them - Inside Climate News
A new report finds that Trump is making millions off of his oil and gas stocks. His administration officials likely are, too.
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September 8, 2026 at 12:20 PM
Farmers Are Going Broke While the Ag Secretary Profits Off Them
@georginagustin.bsky.social reports for @insideclimatenews.org
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@georginagustin.bsky.social reports for @insideclimatenews.org
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🔍 So-called “trade secrets” can keep key environmental information out of public view.
The latest SEJournal WatchDog Opinion looks at how confidentiality claims block journalists and the public from learning about environmental threats.
Read more www.sej.org/publications...
The latest SEJournal WatchDog Opinion looks at how confidentiality claims block journalists and the public from learning about environmental threats.
Read more www.sej.org/publications...
September 7, 2026 at 5:15 PM
🔍 So-called “trade secrets” can keep key environmental information out of public view.
The latest SEJournal WatchDog Opinion looks at how confidentiality claims block journalists and the public from learning about environmental threats.
Read more www.sej.org/publications...
The latest SEJournal WatchDog Opinion looks at how confidentiality claims block journalists and the public from learning about environmental threats.
Read more www.sej.org/publications...
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Court Halts Trump Effort To Help Congress Overturn Calif. Clean Car Rules
@rachelfrazin.bsky.social reports for @thehill.com
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@rachelfrazin.bsky.social reports for @thehill.com
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Court halts Trump effort to help Congress overturn California clean car rules
A federal judge late Wednesday temporarily blocked a Trump administration effort to overturn California’s clean car rules through Congress. Judge Beryl Howell, an appointee of former President Obam…
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September 4, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Court Halts Trump Effort To Help Congress Overturn Calif. Clean Car Rules
@rachelfrazin.bsky.social reports for @thehill.com
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@rachelfrazin.bsky.social reports for @thehill.com
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Looking forward to sharing my insights into covering extreme weather and Superfund. Actively searching for folks interested in collaborating on Superfund reporting projects. If you're interested, please send me a DM.
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@uprootproject.bsky.social
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Climate events are intensifying — and so is the risk of overstating the relationship between environment and public health.
Hear from @jgasspoore.hazardpodcast.com on how to make rigorous editorial calls and communicate uncertainty clearly.
Register for free here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Hear from @jgasspoore.hazardpodcast.com on how to make rigorous editorial calls and communicate uncertainty clearly.
Register for free here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
September 4, 2026 at 7:43 PM
Looking forward to sharing my insights into covering extreme weather and Superfund. Actively searching for folks interested in collaborating on Superfund reporting projects. If you're interested, please send me a DM.
@sejorg.bsky.social
@uprootproject.bsky.social
@climatecentral.org
@sejorg.bsky.social
@uprootproject.bsky.social
@climatecentral.org
🦪 Oysters can reveal a lot about the health of local waters and the people who depend on them.
The latest #SEJournalTipSheet offers a dozen-plus oyster story ideas and reporting resources for environmental journalists.
Read more at www.sej.org/publications...
The latest #SEJournalTipSheet offers a dozen-plus oyster story ideas and reporting resources for environmental journalists.
Read more at www.sej.org/publications...
September 4, 2026 at 7:31 PM
🦪 Oysters can reveal a lot about the health of local waters and the people who depend on them.
The latest #SEJournalTipSheet offers a dozen-plus oyster story ideas and reporting resources for environmental journalists.
Read more at www.sej.org/publications...
The latest #SEJournalTipSheet offers a dozen-plus oyster story ideas and reporting resources for environmental journalists.
Read more at www.sej.org/publications...
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Four years ago, I was at a really low point. And then, @ijnr.bsky.social @sejorg.bsky.social turned my life around.
Riding on a small boat along the South Texas Coast, I never would've thought we would outcompete ProPublica and Scientific American for a global journalism prize.
But here we are.
Riding on a small boat along the South Texas Coast, I never would've thought we would outcompete ProPublica and Scientific American for a global journalism prize.
But here we are.
One of the judges, Andrei Savenkov, wrote,
"Micronewsrooms keep my faith in the future of journalism despite the year of extreme hardships and job cuts in the industry."
www.thexylom.com/post/our-sli...
"Micronewsrooms keep my faith in the future of journalism despite the year of extreme hardships and job cuts in the industry."
www.thexylom.com/post/our-sli...
"All Hell Breaks Loose": How Big Oil Ruined a Small Texas Town
Three export terminals that captured half of the U.S. crude oil export industry have formed around Ingleside on the Bay, turning the Texas Coastal Bend town into an unlikely fenceline community.
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September 3, 2026 at 7:39 PM
Four years ago, I was at a really low point. And then, @ijnr.bsky.social @sejorg.bsky.social turned my life around.
Riding on a small boat along the South Texas Coast, I never would've thought we would outcompete ProPublica and Scientific American for a global journalism prize.
But here we are.
Riding on a small boat along the South Texas Coast, I never would've thought we would outcompete ProPublica and Scientific American for a global journalism prize.
But here we are.
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#NPR Spent 2 Years Tracking US Deaths From Heat, A Staggering Hidden Toll
@alejandrabee.bsky.social reports for @npr.org
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@alejandrabee.bsky.social reports for @npr.org
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NPR spent 2 years tracking deaths from heat. We found a staggering hidden toll
An NPR investigation found that people in the U.S. are dying from heat much more often than official counts show. We explore the reasons why — and how lives can be saved.
www.npr.org
September 3, 2026 at 6:32 PM
#NPR Spent 2 Years Tracking US Deaths From Heat, A Staggering Hidden Toll
@alejandrabee.bsky.social reports for @npr.org
www.npr.org/2026/08/31/n...
@alejandrabee.bsky.social reports for @npr.org
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Secretive Deals May Cut Billions From US Global Health Spending: Analysis
@mradamtaylor.bsky.social reports for @washingtonpost.com
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@mradamtaylor.bsky.social reports for @washingtonpost.com
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Secretive deals may cut billions from U.S. global health spending, analysis shows
The planned reductions — targeting programs that combat the spread of deadly diseases — coincide with an administration push to make developing nations spend more.
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September 1, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Secretive Deals May Cut Billions From US Global Health Spending: Analysis
@mradamtaylor.bsky.social reports for @washingtonpost.com
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@mradamtaylor.bsky.social reports for @washingtonpost.com
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What’s new in SEJournal?
🔥 Reporter’s Toolbox explores Watch Duty, a timely wildfire data resource.
🦠 Issue Backgrounder asks: Are we ready for the next pandemic?
Read both at SEJ.org/SEJournal.
#EnvironmentalJournalism
🔥 Reporter’s Toolbox explores Watch Duty, a timely wildfire data resource.
🦠 Issue Backgrounder asks: Are we ready for the next pandemic?
Read both at SEJ.org/SEJournal.
#EnvironmentalJournalism
September 1, 2026 at 12:20 AM
What’s new in SEJournal?
🔥 Reporter’s Toolbox explores Watch Duty, a timely wildfire data resource.
🦠 Issue Backgrounder asks: Are we ready for the next pandemic?
Read both at SEJ.org/SEJournal.
#EnvironmentalJournalism
🔥 Reporter’s Toolbox explores Watch Duty, a timely wildfire data resource.
🦠 Issue Backgrounder asks: Are we ready for the next pandemic?
Read both at SEJ.org/SEJournal.
#EnvironmentalJournalism
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Trump Is Quietly Working to Give Part of Yosemite to a Private Developer
Ana Kramer reports for @notus.com
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Ana Kramer reports for @notus.com
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Trump’s Quietly Working to Give Part of Yosemite to a Private Developer
The National Park Service is under pressure to make an unprecedented deal that cedes a quarter-mile strip of the park.
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August 31, 2026 at 11:09 AM
Trump Is Quietly Working to Give Part of Yosemite to a Private Developer
Ana Kramer reports for @notus.com
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Ana Kramer reports for @notus.com
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Are you a journalist who uses FOIA or other public records laws in your reporting?
Then you could win $25,000 through our new journalism award, the Penlight Prize.
But the deadline is approaching fast!
Watch @trevortimm.bsky.social to learn more, and apply today!
Then you could win $25,000 through our new journalism award, the Penlight Prize.
But the deadline is approaching fast!
Watch @trevortimm.bsky.social to learn more, and apply today!
August 26, 2026 at 3:36 PM
Are you a journalist who uses FOIA or other public records laws in your reporting?
Then you could win $25,000 through our new journalism award, the Penlight Prize.
But the deadline is approaching fast!
Watch @trevortimm.bsky.social to learn more, and apply today!
Then you could win $25,000 through our new journalism award, the Penlight Prize.
But the deadline is approaching fast!
Watch @trevortimm.bsky.social to learn more, and apply today!
#Wildfires are raging across the U.S. West, #Canada and beyond. 🔥
SEJournal’s latest Reporter’s Toolbox explores Watch Duty, a tool offering journalists timely wildfire data, emergency notifications and mapping resources.
www.sej.org/publications...
SEJournal’s latest Reporter’s Toolbox explores Watch Duty, a tool offering journalists timely wildfire data, emergency notifications and mapping resources.
www.sej.org/publications...
August 26, 2026 at 2:28 AM
#Wildfires are raging across the U.S. West, #Canada and beyond. 🔥
SEJournal’s latest Reporter’s Toolbox explores Watch Duty, a tool offering journalists timely wildfire data, emergency notifications and mapping resources.
www.sej.org/publications...
SEJournal’s latest Reporter’s Toolbox explores Watch Duty, a tool offering journalists timely wildfire data, emergency notifications and mapping resources.
www.sej.org/publications...
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World’s Breadbaskets Are Getting Pounded by War, Weather and Trade Spats
@sominisengupta.bsky.social reports for @nytimes.com
www.nytimes.com/2026/08/23/c...
@sominisengupta.bsky.social reports for @nytimes.com
www.nytimes.com/2026/08/23/c...
The World’s Breadbaskets Are Getting Pounded by War, Weather and Trade Spats (Gift Article)
Bad harvests and attacks on trade passages threaten to drive food prices higher.
www.nytimes.com
August 24, 2026 at 10:13 PM
World’s Breadbaskets Are Getting Pounded by War, Weather and Trade Spats
@sominisengupta.bsky.social reports for @nytimes.com
www.nytimes.com/2026/08/23/c...
@sominisengupta.bsky.social reports for @nytimes.com
www.nytimes.com/2026/08/23/c...
Are we ready for the next pandemic?
Recent Cyclospora, Legionella and Ebola outbreaks offer sobering clues. SEJournal’s latest Issue Backgrounder examines lessons from COVID-19 and the state of U.S. pandemic preparedness.
www.sej.org/publications...
#SEJournal #PublicHealth
Recent Cyclospora, Legionella and Ebola outbreaks offer sobering clues. SEJournal’s latest Issue Backgrounder examines lessons from COVID-19 and the state of U.S. pandemic preparedness.
www.sej.org/publications...
#SEJournal #PublicHealth
August 21, 2026 at 10:52 PM
Are we ready for the next pandemic?
Recent Cyclospora, Legionella and Ebola outbreaks offer sobering clues. SEJournal’s latest Issue Backgrounder examines lessons from COVID-19 and the state of U.S. pandemic preparedness.
www.sej.org/publications...
#SEJournal #PublicHealth
Recent Cyclospora, Legionella and Ebola outbreaks offer sobering clues. SEJournal’s latest Issue Backgrounder examines lessons from COVID-19 and the state of U.S. pandemic preparedness.
www.sej.org/publications...
#SEJournal #PublicHealth