
ID PharmD. Associate Professor @UCSandiego. Antimicrobial Resistance and Health/Vaccine Equity Researcher. NIH KI2 alum. Follower of Christ. Wife to: @mrblkfx1
Joined March 2019
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Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir (Dr.JAM) PharmD MPH FIDSA retweeted
📢 Join the #IDWeek2026 call to action and tell Congress to block the White House's Office of Management and Budget from politicizing federal grants and to protect public health and research funding: bit.ly/4zNqTM0
IDSA is pleased to announce Wendy S. Armstrong, MD, FIDSA, as the Society’s new president beginning today, Oct. 25.
“Experts in infectious diseases are at the forefront of patient care, education, research and public health,” Dr. Armstrong said. “I’m honored to work alongside leaders in infectious diseases during these important and consequential times to advocate for the ID profession, patients and research; address workforce and compensation issues; strengthen the diversity of the membership; bolster pandemic preparedness, including addressing antimicrobial resistance; and work toward health care equity.”
Congratulations to Dr. Chanu Rhee, recipient of IDSA’s 2026 Oswald Avery Award for Early Achievement!
His groundbreaking research has advanced sepsis surveillance and management, helping shape clinical practice and public health policy.
Learn more: bit.ly/4kcOCAt
In addition, a new vice president and three new directors were elected to serve with Dr. Armstrong:
🔹 Rajesh T. Gandhi, MD, FIDSA (@RMKGandhi), will serve as vice president.
🔹 Jacinda C. Abdul-Mutakabbir, PharmD, MPH, FIDSA (@JayCdoesID), will serve as a director.
🔹 Gonzalo Bearman, MD, MPH, FIDSA (@gonzalobearman), will serve as a director.
🔹 Sharon Weissman, MD, FIDSA, will serve as a director.
Learn more: idsociety.org/news--publicat…
Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir (Dr.JAM) PharmD MPH FIDSA retweeted
In his latest editorial, Michael D. Hogue, executive vice president and CEO of APhA, talks about how APhA members have not just one but two opportunities to vote & shape our communities in the coming weeks: the US midterm elections and 2026 APhA elections.ow.ly/WZzB50ZXkM3
Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir (Dr.JAM) PharmD MPH FIDSA retweeted
GOLDEN STATE STANDARD: The WNBA Finals-bound Valkyries have become the first professional women's sports team to generate $100 million in annual revenue, adding another milestone to their second season that has drawn sold-out crowds. It’s helped make the franchise, nearing a $1 billion valuation, the most valuable women’s sports team in the world. 💜🏀💸
More here: abc7news.com/19936590/
Congratulations to ACCP member Chasity M. Shelton on the recent publication of her article in JACCP! Access the abstract and/or article here: ow.ly/AP2H50ZecgO
#MakingAnImpact #ACCP @JACCPJournal
Dr. Opal Lee at 100: "Freedom Is Everybody’s Business" essence.com/culture/dr-opal-…
Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir (Dr.JAM) PharmD MPH FIDSA retweeted
Congratulations to our current PGY2, Erin, on the publication of her PGY1 research evaluating cephalexin dosing for uncomplicated SSTI in @OFIDJournal! Definitely on Team 1g TID dosing of cephalexin! @DrJaymoGR @KmEid_
academic.oup.com/ofid/advanc…
Helen Branswell was a dedicated and trusted voice in infectious diseases reporting. We are grateful for her dedication to science and public health. She will be deeply missed. statnews.com/2026/10/13/hele…
Introducing IDSA Reporter, a new digital news destination for infectious diseases professionals.📰
Led by Editor-in-Chief @AmeshAA, IDSA Reporter features original reporting, expert perspectives, clinical analyses & more on the issues shaping ID.
Read: idsareporter.com/
Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir (Dr.JAM) PharmD MPH FIDSA retweeted
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A’ja Wilson is the only player to win five 𝑀'𝑽𝑃s in WNBA history.
Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir (Dr.JAM) PharmD MPH FIDSA retweeted
U.S. #measles outbreaks will leave us with a legacy of suffering beyond 5 deaths @PAHealthDept has reported--immune amnesia, congenital measles & SSEP are real risks #MMR is safe & effective, & pregnant women can get immune globulin @acog @AmerAcadPeds @IDSAInfo
MedPage Today: Former NIAID Chief Warns of 'Shameful' Federal Response to Measles
Jeanne Marrazzo, MD, MPH, discusses vaccine guidance, research upheaval, and the ID workforce
@medpagetoday @DrJeanneM @jeremyfaust
bit.ly/4ellseG 💥
Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir (Dr.JAM) PharmD MPH FIDSA retweeted
Cleansing your timeline with the 2026 WNBA Defensive Player of the Year and the 2026 WNBA Most Valuable Player
Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir (Dr.JAM) PharmD MPH FIDSA retweeted
The only NBA and WNBA players with 5+ MVPs 😯
A'ja Wilson just entered legendary company 🔥
This is her league.
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A’ja Wilson is the 2026 @WNBA Most Valuable Player, becoming the first player in league history to earn 𝑀'𝑽𝑃 in three consecutive seasons.
Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir (Dr.JAM) PharmD MPH FIDSA retweeted
Huge congrats to my PhD advisor @KarlDeisseroth on winning the 2026 @NobelPrize in physiology or medicine for optogenetics! 🎉
So glad I got to roast you at my defense just 2 weeks ago before having to call you a Nobel Laureate :)
After Stanford professor Karl Deisseroth learned he won a Nobel Prize, the father of five surprised his children with the exciting news, with the university sharing a video of the moment on Instagram.
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