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Michelle York

Climate Myths You’ve Probably Heard (Debunked!)

Ever heard someone say CO2 isn’t driving climate change, or that the sun or volcanoes are to blame? Turns out, science has officially shut down these classic climate myths. New research shows CO2 is the main culprit (and we’re the ones lighting the fire), solar activity has actually dropped while temps keep rising, and volcanoes cool the planet, not heat it. Even the idea that cities or medieval times explain today’s warming? Totally busted. Which myth surprised you most? #ClimateFacts #MythBusted #ScienceMatters #Science

nheath

Why Vaccine Myths Won’t Go Away

Wild how vaccines have saved over a million lives and stopped half a billion illnesses, but thanks to viral misinformation, some parents are still on the fence. Pediatricians are battling daily against myths like 'vaccines cause autism' (they don’t!) and worries about overwhelming kids’ immune systems. The real kicker? Outbreaks are making a comeback in places with low vaccination rates. Herd immunity is no joke—let’s not wait for a crisis to remember why vaccines matter! #VaccinesWork #PublicHealth #StopTheSpread #ScienceMatters #Health

Adam Cox

Germ Theory Drama: Old Myths Die Hard

Did you know people have been side-eyeing vaccines since the 1700s? Science historian Thomas Levenson’s new book spills the tea on how germ theory and vaccines faced haters from day one. From doctors refusing to wash their hands (yikes) to today’s anti-vax drama, it’s wild how old fears keep coming back. Plus, superbugs are on the rise and antibiotic resistance is the new villain. Are we repeating history or what? #HistoryRepeats #VaccinesWork #GermTheory #ScienceMatters #AntibioticResistance #Health

Stacy Fisher

PhDs Swapping Lab Coats for Toilet Brushes?!

National parks are in crisis mode: scientists and researchers are ditching climate studies to clean toilets and man entrance gates. Yup, that means the folks who usually track wildlife and monitor climate change are now scrubbing restrooms at places like Yosemite. Thanks to budget cuts, visitor safety and research are at risk, and local businesses are feeling the pinch. If this keeps up, we could lose years of environmental progress. Wild, right? #NationalParks #BudgetCuts #ScienceMatters #Health

Donald Jones DDS

Are Kids Being Rushed Into Gender Care?

The latest HHS report is throwing serious shade at the American Academy of Pediatrics for pushing medical interventions like puberty blockers and surgeries for kids with gender dysphoria—despite mounting evidence that this 'affirmation-only' approach might do more harm than good. Other countries are already pulling back, but the AAP is doubling down. Why aren’t we hitting pause and listening to the science? This debate is heating up, and it’s not going away anytime soon. #GenderCare #Pediatrics #HealthDebate #YouthHealth #ScienceMatters #Health

Jessica Hodge

Antarctica’s ‘Blue Ice’ Glacier in Trouble

Did you see this? Scientists are sounding the alarm about Antarctica’s Union Glacier—apparently, it’s melting way faster than expected, and we might be hitting a point of no return. Rising temps and pollution are making the ice absorb more heat, speeding up the meltdown. If global temps go up just a bit more, huge parts of the ice sheet could be gone for good. This isn’t just about penguins—melting glaciers mean rising seas and less freshwater for millions. Wild, right? #ClimateCrisis #GlacierMelt #Antarctica #SaveOurPlanet #ScienceMatters #Science

Christian Boone

COVID Vax: What Long-Term Studies Really Say

Turns out, the most common long-term side effects from the COVID-19 vaccine are just headaches and fatigue—nothing wild. A huge UK study tracked nearly 18,000 people for over a year and found no new safety issues. The CDC still says serious side effects are super rare and treatable. And that whole “the vaccine causes myocarditis” rumor? Not true, according to recent research. Basically, the vax is still safe, and the wildest thing you’ll probably get is a sore arm or a headache for a day or two. #COVID19Vaccine #VaccineFacts #HealthNews #ScienceMatters #MythBusting #Health

Jared Fields

EPA Scientists Told: Apply or Else?

The EPA just told its scientists to start applying for new jobs within the agency—or risk being out of work. Word is, if you don’t snag one of the new roles, you might be shown the door. There’s a big shakeup going on, and people are worried this could mean losing tons of expert researchers and independent science. What happens to public health and the environment if the experts are pushed out? This could get messy. #EPA #ScienceMatters #JobShakeup #Environment #JobCareer

Sarah Bennett

Brexit’s Messy Side: Cancer Trials Hit Hard

Brexit isn’t just about politics—it’s slowing down cancer research in the UK! Since leaving the EU, researchers are dealing with delayed clinical trials, drug import headaches, and even destroyed samples. Cancer Research UK says 80% of scientists are struggling to collaborate with EU partners, and costs are up across the board. Their fix? Less red tape, smoother trade, and better data sharing with Europe. It’s wild how much this impacts real lives and breakthroughs! #BrexitImpact #CancerResearch #ScienceMatters #ClinicalTrials #UKNews #Health

Frank Christensen

Women’s Health Study on the Chopping Block?

Did you know the Women’s Health Initiative is the biggest, longest-running study on women’s health in the US? It’s shaped everything from hormone therapy to bone health and even changed national guidelines. But now, its future is up in the air after a funding scare. With over 30 years of data from 160k+ women, losing this would be a massive blow to women’s health research. Fingers crossed it survives—this study is way too important to lose! #WomensHealth #MedicalResearch #HealthEquity #ScienceMatters #WHI #Health

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