The Nation’s Leading Public Health Entrepreneurship Platform at Top-ranked @CUNY Graduate School of Public Health. Director: @Michael_Short
City University of New York
Joined February 2020
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Public Health Crises in the U.S. Are a National Emergency — Top-Ranked @CUNY Graduate School of Public Health Mobilizes Entrepreneurs to Fight Back. Apply Now for the 2025 CUNY Public Health Innovation Accelerator: The Nation’s Leading Program Scaling High-Impact Health Ventures at Top-Ranked Public Graduate School of Public Health (Deadline: April 11)
The U.S. faces an unprecedented convergence of public health crises — a human tragedy weakening the foundations of our nation (@NIH , 2023).
The toll is personal and pervasive:
— Every 11 minutes, an American dies by suicide — rates among the highest since the Great Depression (@CDCgov , 2024, Suicide Data and Statistics).
— Every six minutes, a life is lost to a drug overdose in the U.S., reaching unprecedented crisis levels, devastating countless families and communities (@CDCgov , 2024, Drug Overdose Deaths).
— 40% of kids face chronic illness — the highest prevalence ever recorded, pressuring families, schools, and healthcare systems (@CDCgov , 2023, Childhood Chronic Conditions).
— Pregnant women die from preventable complications at unmatched rates among developed nations (@CDCgov , 2024, Maternal Mortality Rates).
— Cancer rates among young adults are rising at an alarming pace — posing one of the fastest-growing health threats of our time (@MSKCancerCenter, 2024; @AmericanCancer , 2024).
Fight back with Firefly Innovations.
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Solving the National Mental Health Crisis: Digital Health Startup Sanarai Leads the Way in Expanding Treatment Access for Spanish-Speaking Communities with Record Growth and Key Partnerships
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On #WorldMentalHealthDay, we recognize the importance of accessible, culturally sensitive mental health care.
Let’s work together for a future where mental health care is within reach for all.
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You’re invited to the next Grand Rounds at CUNY SPH!
Join us for "The Many Truths about Asian Americans: Debunking the Stereotype of the Model Minority" with Frank H. Wu, President of Queens College.
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Firefly Innovations, is thrilled to introduce the innovative companies selected for the KPMG-sponsored 2024 CUNY Public Health Innovation Accelerator at CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy.
Lets stay connected
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Ignite your venture's journey with Firefly Innovation accelerator!
We are not only an accelerator, but a family of entrepreneurs fighting cascading crisis in public health.
Visit: cunysph.me/firefly-accelerat…
Countless benefits at no cost to you
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Firefly Stories: Defusing the 'Cancer Time Bomb' in the U.S. with Jonathan Govette from @OatmealhealthAI
The winner of the CUNY Public Health Accelerator Showcase for 2023, is at the forefront of utilizing AI to revolutionize lung cancer screening.
cunysph.me/oatmeal-health-po…
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Firefly Stories: Public Health Impact, Startups and Funding with @GregorHoffman1
This episode delves into Hoffman's journey and insights into the world of public health startups and investment.
Don't miss out, listen to full episode:
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Firefly Stories: Improving Kids' Health with Sunny Williams from @tinydocs
Sunny Williams, the visionary behind Tiny Docs, a groundbreaking venture revolutionizing pediatric health education.
Don't miss out, listen to full podcast:
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Firefly Stories: Solving the Mental Health Crisis in the U.S. with Rodney Bell from Sanitas Health.
Sanitas Health aims to serve challenges many face in accessing adequate mental health services.
Don't miss out, listen to full podcast:
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Firefly Innovations, the premier public health entrepreneurship platform of the @CUNYSPH in partnership with the @TheNYCPRI , launched the Grand Challenge Competition for Innovations in Public Health Emergencies
To apply visit: bit.ly/Grand-Challenge-Compe…
Deadline March 31, 2024
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Now Accepting Applications:
2024 CUNY Public Health Innovation Accelerator
The Premier Public Health Venture Accelerator
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Happy Holidays from Firefly Innovations!
May your season be filled with warmth, joy, and endless innovation.
Wishing you a wonderful holiday and a bright, thriving New Year ahead!
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Every Wednesday morning at 8.30am, startups have a platform to present their company and get support from the community.
Apply as a presenter today!
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Discover the Path to Ending HIV in Minority Communities!
Presented by
David W. Lounsbury, PhD
Date: 10/24/2023
Time: 9AM
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of change!
Reserve your spot today, and let's work towards a healthier future for all
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IN THE NEWS: 2023 City Health
“By supporting community entrepreneurs with bold ideas, market-based solutions, & unwavering determination, we can solve our nation’s #CascadingCrisis of #PublicHealth challenges.” @Michael_Short @CUNY firefly-innovations.org/fire…
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Featured in 2023 City Health Magazine: Firefly Innovations @FireflyCUNY is the Internationally Recognized Entrepreneurship Platform of @CUNY Graduate School of Public Health @CUNYSPH
“Entrepreneurship has the power to revolutionize #PublicHealth.” firefly-innovations.org/fire…