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CDC Health Equity @CDCHealthEquity
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CDC Health Equity@CDCHealthEquity
16 Jan 2025
This is an official CDC x (formerly Twitter) profile featuring information from the Office of Health Equity (@CDCHealthEquity). You can verify all official CDC social media channels here: bit.ly/4gY5ExQ.
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HHS
@HHSGov
20 Jan 2025
Today, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. His vision for equality and justice inspires us to create a more inclusive world. #MLKDay
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Health Is a Human Right: Achieving Health Equity, the newest exhibition at the David J Sencer CDC Museum, explores how communities are improving health outcomes across the United States. Visit the exhibition which will run until August 1, 2025. bit.ly/3P07WQL
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Going to college can be an exciting time! It’s an opportunity for students to gain new knowledge and experiences, both inside and outside the classroom. Working together, students and institutions can ensure a safe and healthy college experience for all. bit.ly/40bpOgF
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Every 4.5 minutes a baby is born with a birth defect. Help us raise awareness for these conditions this January during #BirthDefects Awareness Month. From pregnancy, infancy, childhood, adolescence, to adulthood—#EveryJourneyMatters! bit.ly/4ab9AbZ
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The best way to reduce your risk from seasonal flu and its potentially serious complications is to get a flu vaccine every year. Take a look at these resources to help answer your questions about preventing the flu. bit.ly/3ZbvQi2
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CDC
@CDCgov
6 Jan 2025
Winter storms and extreme cold can be dangerous! Exposure to cold temperatures can lead to health risks like frostbite and hypothermia. Learn how to avoid frostbite and hypothermia: bit.ly/3DatGGQ #WinterSafety

Prevent Hypothermia & Frostbite

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January is Cervical Cancer Awareness month. Cervical cancer is a disease in which cells in the cervix grow out of control, impacting thousands of women each year. Learn about the steps you can take to prevent #cervicalcancer. bit.ly/3ZZoAVF
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We wish everyone a safe and healthy holidays and New Year! We’ll see you in the new year to continue our work in achieving health equity for all. bit.ly/3LC09aj
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.@CDCHealthEquity conducted message testing to learn what diverse audiences think, understand, and feel about the concept of health equity. Learn more about communicating health equity concepts (CHEC) today! bit.ly/3AswLks
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Health Is a Human Right: Achieving Health Equity is the latest exhibition at the David J. Sencer CDC Museum, that explores how communities are improving health outcomes across the United States. Visit the exhibit with friends and family this holiday! bit.ly/3P07WQL
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CDC Health Equity@CDCHealthEquity
22 Nov 2024
Did you know most women experience menopause between ages 45 and 55? Learn about common symptoms and improving health and working conditions for women experiencing menopause. bit.ly/3V2w3BJ
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Community-level change happens by addressing important social, economic, and environmental factors to build strong, resilient communities. Learn more about how Rhode Island’s Equity Zone Initiative is addressing these factors. bit.ly/49wq1zq
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CDC Division of Reproductive Health@CDC_DRH
10 Dec 2024
Support American Indian and Alaska Native mothers by hearing their concerns and ensuring they get the care they need. CDC’s #HearHer campaign uplifts the stories of American Indian women and shares culturally relevant resources: bit.ly/3Bgm8Ss
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CDC Environment
@CDCEnvironment
9 Dec 2024
Be prepared to stay safe and healthy in winter weather. ❄️ ❄️ Have an emergency kit for your home and car. ❄️ Prepare for power outages and outdoor activity. ❄️ Know the symptoms of frostbite and hypothermia. More tips to #PrepYourHealth: bit.ly/2F5p0UK
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CDC Division of Reproductive Health@CDC_DRH
9 Dec 2024
#DYK women are 5x more likely to experience a dangerous blood clot during pregnancy and the 3-month period after delivery? Learn more here: bit.ly/3DaVfQh
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On December 3, we recognize International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Learn more about CDC’s commitment to working with and supporting the disability community. bit.ly/3ZhtRI2 #InternationalDayOfPersonsWithDisabilities
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Health Disparities@NIMHD
3 Dec 2024
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@CDCgov reports adults with disabilities experience frequent mental distress about 5x as often as adults without disabilities. Learn more: bit.ly/3Vos42v #InternationalDayOfPersonsWithDisabilities
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CDC Global Health
@CDCGlobal
1 Dec 2024
Expanding rapid access to PrEP and other #HIV prevention methods is needed to meet global targets and #endHIV as a public health threat. CDC’s work around the world ensures #PrEP reaches those who need it most. Discover more during #WorldAIDSDay: bit.ly/3CLxnmt.
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CDC Injury Center
@CDCInjury
25 Nov 2024
It's Public Health Thank You Day! Today, we honor #PublicHealthHeroes everywhere for their work protecting health and improving lives. 💙 Learn how the Injury Center and our funded partners are preventing injuries and violence: bit.ly/3ClcLB9 #PHTYD
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