Gun violence is a public health crisis. It is the leading cause of premature death and its health implications in our society can be felt for generations. Today we #WearOrange and call attention to the impact of gun violence in our City and the country. #WeCanEndGunViolence

The monkeypox vaccine clinic at Zuckerberg SF General Hospital & Trauma Center served 600 people with doses today and every walk-in received a vaccine. The clinic is now closed and will reopen at 8 a.m. on Monday. For more information about the monkeypox vaccine, visit sf.gov/information/mo….

Thank you to our partners in advocacy at San Francisco AIDS Foundation for leading efforts on non-stigmatizing planning around #hMPXV #Monkeypox. Please read to learn about reducing risks as we head into fair season, and distribute through your networks. sfaf.org/collections/be…

Monkeypox vaccines are currently available today Zuckerberg SF General Hospital & Trauma Center walk-in clinic. There is currently no line at the walk-in clinic. The clinic is open until noon and will open tomorrow from 8am - noon. For more information, visit: sf.gov/information/mo…

SFDPH & partners administered 100% of the special 10k dose MPX vaccine allotment from the The White House during the weeks surrounding the Folsom & Castro St fairs! In fact, we utilized additional supply to administer 15,965 doses during this period. Thanks to all involved!

Remember, if you received your 1st dose you are eligible for your 2nd 28+ days later. The 2nd dose gives you maximum protection against the virus. To get yours, contact your provider or visit Zuckerberg SF General Hospital & Trauma Center. Hours and new eligibility info here: sf.gov/mpx-vaccine

Fentanyl test strips save lives. SFDPH and community partners provide these test strips at many locations for people to check if their supply contains the deadly opioid and to stop overdoses. sf.gov/reports/octobe…

1. SFDPH will be ending the MPX local health emergency on October 31. Thanks to the work of community members, community & government partners & dedicated staff, MPX cases have slowed to less than one per day. More than 27k San Franciscans are vaccinated. 1/5

Due to the forecast of continued cold and wet weather, our temporary emergency shelter beds have been extended until Monday, December 19th. For locations and times check our website: hsh.sfgov.org/services/how-t…

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus "And there’s a torrent of pseudo-science and misinformation circulating, which is undermining trust in safe and effective tools for #COVID19"-Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus "Since the turn of the year, I've spoken about the myriad threats that demand an unprecedented response, from cholera to conflict to the #ClimateCrisis. The number of people in need of humanitarian relief has increased by ~25% compared to last year, to 339M people"-Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus

Thank you for the warm welcome at #stoweem23! Really enjoyed discussing Emergency Preparedness, potential threats, and the incredible synergy between #emergencymedicine and #PublicHealth with some truly incredible frontline providers. (And I learned a lot too!)

C'est la journée mondiale des maladies tropicales négligées #MTN ! Il est de notre responsabilité de faire face aux inégalités & mettre fin aux maladies totalement évitables. Les services de lutte contre les MTN doivent rester accessibles. Ensemble mettons fin aux #MTN !

Texas' gun death rate is 67% higher than California's.

The 152nd Executive Board of World Health Organization (WHO) agreed the inclusion of the resolution on Strengthening Integrated Emergency, Critical & Operative for UHC Coverage & Protection from Health Emergencies as Agenda Item for the 76th WHA with no objection. The proposal was initiated by Ethiopia 1/2

Access to high-quality emergency, critical and operative care is a key component of strong health systems. By working together through networks, hospitals across Africa can share best practices in early recognition, timely management and appropriate referral.

We are truly grateful to celebrate the 150 years of providing exceptional #healthcare at Zuckerberg SF General Hospital & Trauma Center. As the only Level 1 trauma center serving SF & Northern San Mateo Cty, ZSFG stands ready in times of crisis while working toward a healthier future for all. youtube.com/watch?v=gtmN1l…

Dr. Andi Tenner's contributions extend from California and around the globe. She’s an Associate Professor at UCSF and affiliated with UCSF Global Health Sciences, a testament to her impact on medical education. Round of applause for her achievements! 👏🏽 #AthenaAwardRecipient

This was an incredible event that required an immense amount of planning and coordination by my team, as well as all of our partners. Thanks to everyone who came out and made this a success. And thank you for helping to make our future responses stronger!