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Joined May 2010

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NIOSH
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Jul 17
Outdoor workers cannot easily escape wildfire smoke. Exposure to wildfire smoke can cause many symptoms, including eye and throat irritation, wheezing, and coughing. Find more tips to protect your outdoor workers from wildfire smoke: bit.ly/4fFXZWL
CDC
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Jul 17
Summer heat is no joke. ☀️🌡️ Heat waves are one of the leading causes of weather-related deaths in the United States. But staying active and healthy — even on the hottest days — is possible with a little planning. #HealthySummer #HeatSafety #StayCool #GetActive #CDC
CDC
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Jul 16
Wildfire season is here. Do you know what to do if smoke reaches your area? Wildfire smoke can reach far away from where fires burn, and it can make anyone sick. Those with asthma, COPD, heart disease, diabetes, chronic kidney disease, or who are pregnant are at especially high
CDC
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Jul 15
State, local, and federal partners are working together to investigate a multi-state outbreak of the parasite Cyclospora. Investigations to identify sources of illness are ongoing. For the latest information, visit: cdc.gov/cyclosporiasis… CDC has also issued a Health Alert
CDC
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Jul 15
To reduce the risk of Ebola importation into the United States, CDC, under Title 42, and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), under Title 49, are currently working together on a DO NOT BOARD (DNB) process with regard to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). American
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Jul 15
Pool day plans? 🏊 Before you dive in, make sure you're ready. A safe pool day takes a little preparation. #HealthySummer #PoolSafety #WaterSafety #HealthySwimming #CDC
CDC
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Jul 14
Ready or not, summer is here — and so is the sun and heat. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and dehydration is a real risk on hot days. But there are plenty of ways to protect yourself. Staying safe this summer can be simple. #HealthySummer #SunSafety
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Jul 13
What's in your hiking bag? 🎒☀️🌿 Before you hit the trail this summer, make sure you're packing the essentials to stay safe. Too much sun exposure can cause skin cancer — the most common cancer in the United States. And tick bites can spread diseases like Lyme disease. The good
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Jul 13
Start with one short walk today. Move more to feel better, sleep better, and lower disease risk. #GetActive #MovingMatters #ActivePeopleHealthyNation
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Secretary Kennedy
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Jul 8
Tick-borne diseases are a growing public health threat. @CDCgov released a new MMWR on alpha-gal syndrome, a serious allergy to red meat and other mammal-derived products that can develop after certain tick bites. If you spend time outdoors, protect yourself from tick bites,
Alpha-gal Immunoglobulin E Seroprevalence ...
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Jul 8
E. coli Outbreak: 12 people sick in 2 states with 4 hospitalizations. Do not eat recalled Frozen GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries with best by date Feb 9, 2028. See the notice for full details: cdc.gov/ecoli/outbreak…
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Secretary Kennedy
@SecKennedy
Jul 4
As America celebrates 250 years of independence, the Trump Administration is working to restore one of our most fundamental freedoms: the freedom that comes with being healthy. This Independence Day, Take Back Your Health. Eat Real Food. Get Active. Join us in building a
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Jul 3
Daily choices are the building blocks of your future health. Pick one of these healthy goals to focus on for the next week: 🥦 Eat well. Limit foods with unhealthy fats, added sugars, and excess sodium. 🚶 Move more. Aim for 150 minutes of moderate activity per week + strength
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Jul 3
The suicide rate for men is about four times higher than the rate for women. Some factors that may increase the likelihood of suicide can include: - History of depression, trauma and other mental health difficulties - Financial problems, job loss, or legal issues - Social