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U.S. Surgeon General

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U.S. Surgeon General

@Surgeon_General

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Joined January 2012

U.S. Surgeon General
@Surgeon_General
Jul 10
Join OHRP and Howard County, Maryland, for “The Belmont Report at Belmont” commemoration event (Sunday, July 12, 10-Noon) in honor of America’s 250th birthday and the anniversary of the signing of the National Research Act of 1974! Free and open to the public. Register today!
U.S. Surgeon General
@Surgeon_General
Jul 10
For nearly 50 years, the Belmont Report has served as the foundation for ethical human subject’s research. In a new @baltimoresun op-ed, Director of National Health Communications Dr. Stephanie Haridopolos reflects on the Report's enduring legacy and why its principles continue
The Belmont Report: A tribute and invitation | GUEST COMMENTARY
From baltimoresun.com
U.S. Surgeon General
@Surgeon_General
Jul 10
ICYMI: At the April 2026 National Academies workshop on Sudden Unexpected Infant Deaths, Dr. Stephanie Haridopolos, Director of National Health Communications for the Office of the Surgeon General, delivered opening remarks that brought humanity and clarity to a profoundly
U.S. Surgeon General
@Surgeon_General
Jul 7
Yesterday, Dr. Stephanie Haridopolos, Director of National Health Communications for the Office of the Surgeon General, delivered remarks at the Great American State Fair on one of the most pressing challenges facing young people today: harmful screen use. She encouraged children
U.S. Surgeon General
@Surgeon_General
Jul 7
Read the full Surgeon General's Advisory:
The Harms of Screen Use
From hhs.gov
U.S. Surgeon General
@Surgeon_General
Jul 4
As we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary of independence, let’s honor our freedoms by staying happy, safe, and healthy. These simple reminders are key to a safe and fun 4th of July! MAHA 🇺🇸
U.S. Surgeon General
@Surgeon_General
Jun 24
Know your HIV status. Get tested. Take Back Your Health. This is our reminder that June 27th is National HIV Testing Day. Please visit HIV.gov to learn how HIV testing can help protect your health and future.
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U.S. Surgeon General
@Surgeon_General
Jun 22
Strong science has the power to improve lives, but only when it reaches the policymakers and leaders who can put evidence into action. In Dr. Stephanie Haridopolos' latest @SAGEPublications perspective, she discusses the importance of bridging the gap between rigorous research
U.S. Surgeon General
@Surgeon_General
Jun 16
.@SecKennedy and Dr. Haridopolos, Director of National Health Communications for the Office of the Surgeon General, want you to Live Real Life!
U.S. Surgeon General
@Surgeon_General
Jun 16
Read the full Surgeon General's Advisory on the harms of screen use:
The Harms of Screen Use
From hhs.gov
U.S. Surgeon General reposted
HHS
@HHSGov
Jun 11
President Trump and Secretary Kennedy are encouraging Americans to GET ACTIVE. This administration is focused on addressing chronic disease and advancing the mission to Make America Healthy Again. getactive.gov 🇺🇸
U.S. Surgeon General
@Surgeon_General
Jun 11
Let’s make fitness a part of our everyday lives! GET ACTIVE AND LIVE REAL LIFE!
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U.S. Surgeon General
@Surgeon_General
Jun 8
On the Director’s Desk Podcast with @NIHDirector_Jay, Dr. Haridopolos discussed the dangers of excessive screen-time. Secretary Kennedy is dedicated to getting kids back outside, moving their bodies, building real connections, all to LIVE REAL LIFE.
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U.S. Surgeon General
@Surgeon_General
Jun 8
Watch the full podcast below.
U.S. Surgeon General
@Surgeon_General
Jun 8
On The Director's Desk Podcast, @NIHDirector_Jay and Dr. Haridopolos, Director of National Health Communications at the Office of the Surgeon General, discuss one of the most urgent health challenges facing children today: excessive screen time. Drawing on the Surgeon General's
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U.S. Surgeon General
@Surgeon_General
Jun 8
Watch the full podcast to learn the rest of the 5 D’s:
U.S. Surgeon General reposted
HHS Rapid Response
@HHSResponse
Jun 7
Here’s the reality: daily screen time climbs as children age. @HHSGov’s new report from the Office of the @Surgeon_General gives parents tools, facts, and support to help kids spend less time scrolling, and more time living real life.
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U.S. Surgeon General reposted
Jay Bhattacharya, MD, PhD
@NIHDirector_Jay
Jun 5
Most people associate Lyme disease with a bull’s-eye rash—but only 1 in 4 patients develop it. So what happens when it doesn’t? I spoke with Dr. Stephanie Haridopolos about diagnosis, persistent symptoms, and how research is advancing care. 🎥 Watch our full conversation
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