CDC Emergency @CDCemergency
The handle for CDC's Office of Readiness and Response (ORR). We tweet ways to #PrepYourHealth, abt public health preparedness, & during emergency responses. cdc.gov/orr/ Atlanta, GA Joined January 2009-
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Preparation and planning done ahead of time can help keep you calm, cool, & collected in an emergency. Take time before an event to improve your family’s health preparedness. Find and practice healthy ways to cope with everyday stress, learn the basics: bit.ly/3UddHy4.
Pets are like family, microchip your pets. Microchipping is one of the best ways to ensure that you & your pet are reunited if you are separated. If your pet is already microchipped, make sure to keep the registration information up to date. #StayInformed bit.ly/3PW9lsq
Spring is here and so is the beginning of pollen season! As you plan to travel, it is always good to know the air quality forecast before you go. bit.ly/3vYnfmI
Remember to join us on April 11, from 3:00–4:00 p.m. ET for our next #EHNexus Webinar! National Park Service subject matter experts will provide resources to prevent illness or injuries while visiting the National Parks. Register: bit.ly/3UOxXqy
Join us on Thursday, April 11, from 3:00–4:00 p.m. ET for our next #EHNexus Webinar! National Park Service subject matter experts will discuss key tips to prevent illness or injuries while visiting the National Parks. Register: bit.ly/3UOxXqy
This week, CDC joins APHA @PublicHealth to celebrate #NPHW. We encourage everyone to work together to make it easier for communities to access the public health resources they need to make their communities healthier, safer, and stronger. nphw.org.
After an earthquake, be ready for aftershocks, landslides, or even a tsunami if you live on a coast. Review tips: bit.ly/2Z3Mro1 #TsunamiPreparednessWeek #PrepYourHealth
To stay safe during a #tornado, prepare a plan and an emergency kit, stay aware of weather conditions during #thunderstorms, know the best places to shelter both indoors and outdoors, and always protect your head. Be Prepared: bit.ly/3e9BBCW
About half of all Americans take a prescription medicine every day. An emergency can make it difficult to refill prescriptions or to find an open pharmacy. Learn about your state’s emergency prescription refill law & how it can help you prepare. bit.ly/3uM0our
Are you ready to #takeaction in the event of an emergency? CPR is a practical skill that if performed in the first few minutes of cardiac arrest, can double or triple a person’s chance of survival. Take action to protect your & others’ health. bit.ly/2ReU8UM
Emergencies can happen anywhere, at any time, including when you’re not with your children & pets. You can take steps to protect them even when you’re not around to do it yourself: bit.ly/3ONfM0j #PrepYourHealth
Are you majoring public health, public health policy, epidemiology, or another STEM field? Interested in the work of public health? If so, @cdc invites you to apply for a summer fellowship w/the Office of Readiness & Response. Apply by February 27, 2024. bit.ly/3vYnfmI
Join us on today, January 22, 2:00–3:00 p.m. ET for our next #EHNexus Webinar! CDC subject matter experts will discuss radon reduction levels in residential, multi-family housing, and low-income communities. Webinar will launch via Zoom. Register at bit.ly/RADON2024
Winter is here. Learn practical skills like CPR to #PrepYourHealth for winter. Bystanders may be first on the scene in a medical #emergency & able to help someone with a cold-related illness, such as severe hypothermia. Learn how: bit.ly/2YCuXyh. #BeReady #WeatherReady
Join our #EHNexus Webinar on January 10, 3:00–4:30 p.m. ET. Experts align public health with environmental justice and advancing trauma-informed equity for American Indian/Alaska Native communities. Join via Zoom. Register at bit.ly/3SVLj3b
Join our #EHNexus Webinar on January 10, 3:00–4:30 p.m. ET. Experts align public health with environmental justice and advancing trauma-informed equity for American Indian/Alaska Native communities. Join via Zoom. Register at bit.ly/3SVLj3b
Join our #EHNexus Webinar on January 10, 3:00–4:30 p.m. ET. Experts align public health with environmental justice and advancing trauma-informed equity for American Indian/Alaska Native communities. Join via Zoom. Register at bit.ly/3SVLj3b
Making holiday travel plans? Before you go, make sure you are up to date with your #COVID19 vaccines, including all recommended boosters. To find a no-cost #COVID19 vaccine near you please visit vaccines.gov. #PrepYourHealth
#DYK December 28 is National #CallAFriendDay? Phone a friend or family member who lives outside of the immediate area or in another state. Ask them to be your family out-of-town contact in case of an #emergency. Learn more ways to #PrepYourHealth: ow.ly/vFnN50HjoxW
Traveling for the holidays? Here are 10 example #PrepYourHealth questions you might ask your pharmacist on your next trip to the pharmacy: bit.ly/3ghLaGk.
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During high winds, tree damage is expected, and loose objects can become airborne and dangerous. You are safest indoors, away from windows, in an interior room. Stay #WeatherReady and learn more about wind safety: weather.gov/safety/wind
A Tornado WATCH means Be Prepared. A Tornado WARNING means Take Action! weather.gov/safety/tornado… #WeatherReady
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Remain safe after a #flood by staying out of floodwater. Floodwater may contain hazardous waste, fallen power lines, debris, wild or stray animals, and other things that can harm your health. For more flood safety tips, visit bit.ly/3txtVEp
Spring is the time of year when many things change—including the weather. It is important to be prepared for thunderstorms, lightning, tornadoes, and floods. #PrepYourHealth by practicing #SpringSafety: bit.ly/3khs6pe.
Happy #NationalPetDay! If you have larger animals — such as horses, goats, or pigs — prepare ahead of a disaster. ✅ Ensure all animals have an ID. ✅ Map out evacuation routes in advance. ✅ Have transportation planned for each animal. ready.gov/pets
About 180 people are injured from lightning strikes each year in the United States. The safest place to be during a thunderstorm is indoors. Learn more lightning safety tips: bit.ly/3Jw6T96
A recent study shows pets are at risk of getting COVID-19 when exposed to owners with COVID-19. Learn more in this episode of @AVMAJAVMA Veterinary Vertex podcast: SARS-CoV-2 in dogs and cats (bit.ly/3JAo34s)
#DYK? Good Samaritan Laws can protect people in most states from drug-related charges when witnessing and responding to an #overdose. Learn more about #GoodSamaritanLaws and other #HarmReduction strategies in your community: ow.ly/ZEb850Nxu72
Don’t get left in the dark. Include alternative lighting & backup power, such as a flashlight & extra batteries, in your emergency supplies kit for when the power goes out. More info: blogs.cdc.gov/publichealthma… #PrepYourHealth #BePreparedMacomb
#EmergencyPreparedness isn’t only about collecting supplies. Level up your personal health preparedness. Learn practical skills you can use to help yourself & others. Here are 10 skills to consider learning before an emergency: buff.ly/3IZw3Na. #PrepYourHealth #BeRea…
It is common to experience different and strong emotions after a #tornado. Coping with these feelings and getting help when you need it will help you, your family, and your community recover from a #disaster. Access more tips and resources by visiting [bit.ly/3K9R1Zf].
If you are pregnant, aged 65 or older, or have a weakened immune system: Cook enoki mushrooms thoroughly to kill Listeria germs. Although CDC has closed the investigation for the Listeria outbreak linked to enoki mushrooms, they can still have Listeria. bit.ly/3UL34jT
Telehealth can improve healthcare access, but disparities in its use exist. A new #PublicHealthReport study finds people who are Hispanic used telehealth less during the #COVID19 pandemic than people from other racial and ethnic groups. Learn more: bit.ly/3VSo3S8
Clinicians and public health department staff: CDC issues Health Alert Network (HAN) Health Advisory about two confirmed outbreaks of Marburg virus disease (MVD)—one in Equatorial Guinea and one in Tanzania. Read full advisory. bit.ly/3Gl5wIo
#DYK? CDC offers disaster preparedness resources in 23 different languages, including American Sign Language (ASL). Download the educational materials by language here: bit.ly/3FGja8O #NPHW
DELI MEAT & CHEESE OUTBREAK: This outbreak is over, but any deli meat and deli-sliced cheese can have Listeria. Share this info with your friends & family who are pregnant, aged 65 or older, or have a weakened immune system. bit.ly/3A2BBBQ
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