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Exploring a New Chapter in Biopreparedness

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ new Portable Biocontainment Unit will enhance national special pathogen response. In June, the U.S. reached a turning point in national health security with the successful testing of the Portable Biocontainment Unit (PBCU), the nation’s first domestic capability to safely transport patients with high-consequence infectious diseases such as Ebola and Marburg. […]

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Finding Calm in the Chaos: Strategies for Mental Resilience with Dr. Jessi Gold

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In a time of constant breaking news, ever changing doomscrolls, and, what seems like a never-ending stream of life stressors, the toll on our mental health is real and measurable. Constant breaking news. Doomscrolling. Global uncertainty. If it feels like your brain is running on fumes, you’re not alone—and it’s not just in your head.

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The U.S. Measles Outbreak Is a Wake-Up Call for Public Health

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The United States is facing its worst measles outbreak in more than 30 years with 1,288 confirmed cases across 38 states, including the tragic deaths of three people, two of them school-aged children. This surge, fueled almost entirely by unvaccinated individuals, is not just a numbers problem. It’s a warning that the foundation of our public health

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ACIP Is Changing. The Science Isn’t – Where to Turn for Trusted Vaccine Guidance

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In an era when public trust in health institutions is already fragile, the recent overhaul of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) has only deepened concern. ACIP has long stood as one of the nation’s most influential scientific bodies, shaping vaccine policy for decades. Its members have traditionally

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About Us

This newsletter is led by Dr. Syra Madad, an infectious disease epidemiologist and a leader in both public health and healthcare. She holds a Doctor of Health Science degree with a specialization in Global Health, a Master’s in Biotechnology with a focus on biosecurity and biodefense, and various other degrees and certifications that reflect her commitment to advancing global health security.

As a trusted voice in science communication, she has been invited to share insights across major media outlets such as CNN, MSNBC, New York Times, Washington Post and NPR to name a few, and to contribute to science documentaries on platforms like Netflix, Discovery Channel, and the History Channel. Her work has focused on outbreak preparedness and response, biothreats and health security.

Professionally, her experience spans leadership roles within the nation’s largest public healthcare system and advisory positions with international organizations like the World Health Organization. Through this platform, she aim’s to bring reliable, evidence-based health information to the forefront while amplifying the voices of those working tirelessly to protect public health.

What You’ll Also Find Here
This newsletter will also serve as a central hub for Syra’s latest op-ed pieces, published across a range of outlets including The New York Times, Washington Post, CNN, Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs, New York Acadmy of Sciences, and more. Since she contributes to many different platforms, this is one place you can find it all—streamlined, timely, and accessible.

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