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    12 hours ago

    .’s newly released on Prescribing Opioids: Where you live matters.

    July Vital Signs – Opioid Prescribing: Where you live matters
    Despite recent declines, opioid prescribing is still high and inconsistent across U.S. counties.
    12 replies 82 retweets 37 likes
  2. 9 hours ago

    Heat-related deaths & illnesses are preventable, yet many die from extreme heat each yr. Learn more & keep cool.

    34 retweets 27 likes
  3. 9 hours ago

    You can protect the public's health, safety, and security. Apply to to become a !

    1 reply 11 retweets 18 likes
  4. Retweeted
    16 hours ago

    Protect your pets from the heat! Leave pets plenty of water in shady areas.

    37 retweets 45 likes
  5. 10 hours ago

    Cancer gap widens: New shows death rates are falling more slowly in rural areas than urban areas.

    30 retweets 20 likes
  6. 12 hours ago

    Protect your kids from mosquito bites! Use EPA-registered insect repellent & dress them in long sleeves & long pants

    2 replies 49 retweets 43 likes
  7. 14 hours ago

    Going swimming? Don’t pee in pool! Pee mixed w/ chlorine can irritate eyes & throat.

    2 replies 44 retweets 33 likes
  8. Jul 5

    New CDC Museum exhibit honors survivors and the West African people at the forefront of the epidemic.

    1 reply 47 retweets 53 likes
  9. Jul 5

    800,000+ new infections of gonorrhea occur each yr. The bacteria has grown resistant to most prescribed treatments.

    3 replies 82 retweets 36 likes
  10. Retweeted
    Jul 5

    Protect others from the heat! Never leave kids/pets in a parked car.

    1 reply 57 retweets 39 likes
  11. Retweeted
    Jul 5

    Check for ticks if you spent outside. Learn how to safely remove ticks & other safety tips:

    3 replies 132 retweets 93 likes
  12. Retweeted
    Jul 5

    viruses continue to circulate at low levels during summer. Keep practicing flu fighting habits:

    91 retweets 67 likes
  13. Jul 5

    Are you seeking board certification in preventive medicine? Apply now through July 31 to be a Resident!

    8 retweets 12 likes
  14. Jul 5

    Measles, mumps, and rubella are potentially serious diseases. Here’s the best protection.

    Vaccines by the Numbers: MMR
    Thankfully, the MMR vaccine gives parents the power to protect their baby from three diseases- measles, mumps, and rubella.
    73 retweets 56 likes
  15. Jul 5

    Prevent : Use repellent w/ DEET, picaridin, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus, para-menthane-diol or 2-undecanone

    52 retweets 47 likes
  16. Jul 4

    Happy ! CDC wishes you and your family a healthy and safe Independence Day!

    3 replies 41 retweets 91 likes
  17. Jul 4

    Have leftovers from grilling for ? Refrigerate within 2 hrs; 1 hr if the temp outside is above 90°F.

    42 retweets 41 likes
  18. Jul 3

    Get ready to grill safely! Enjoy your favorite foods this w/ these tips:

    44 retweets 32 likes
  19. Jul 3

    Early detection of allows patients and families to plan for medical and needs. Learn how.

    6 replies 36 retweets 31 likes
  20. Jul 3

    Grilling? Use a food thermometer! Color & texture won’t tell you if meat is done.

    39 retweets 35 likes

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