The handle for CDC's Office of Readiness and Response (ORR). We tweet ways to #PrepYourHealth, abt public health preparedness, & during emergency responses.

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Kick off your trip like a true FIFA World Cup 2026™ superfan by mapping out your route, packing the essentials, and getting ahead of any travel health needs before you hit the road. 🧭⚽ A little prep before takeoff keeps your whole squad match‑ready wherever the celebrations take you. cdc.gov/soccer/index.html #SoccerSafetyUSA
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Is your pet included in your #EmergencyPreparedness plan? If not, a little prep now can make a big difference later.  Get tips on making a pet disaster preparedness kit:  cdc.gov/healthy-pets/emergen…
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CDC strengthens emergency readiness by studying what works and sharing those lessons with public health partners. This work helps improve how we plan for emergencies, use data to make decisions faster, and reduce gaps in protection for communities at higher risk. #CDCReady cdc.gov/orr/divisions-office…
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CDC is getting game ready as we gear up for the upcoming summer soccer games. ⚽ Fans, start your prep early so you're ready to bring the energy on June 11 and beyond. Explore tips, checklists, and more ➜ cdc.gov/soccer/index.html #SoccerSafetyUSA
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If your car broke down tonight, would you have what you need to stay safe and get help? A basic car emergency kit can make a critical difference. Include a blanket, water and snacks, a flashlight, and first aid supplies, then check it regularly to replace expired items. #CDCReady ready.gov/car
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If an emergency happened tonight, would your family be ready to respond? Preparedness isn’t fear; it’s readiness. Take one step today: store extra water, review emergency contacts, and update your plan. #CDCReady #PrepYourHealth cdc.gov/prepare-your-health/…
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When an emergency happens, a written and practiced family plan helps everyone act quickly: who to call, where to meet, and how to reconnect if separated. Build it now and keep an emergency kit ready to go. Prepared today, protected tomorrow. #CDCReady
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CDC Emergency retweeted
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This is what American-led #GlobalHealthSecurity looks like. In 2025, Uganda reported an outbreak of Ebola. The CDC quickly deployed trained experts to assist Uganda’s national response. Collaborating with local teams, they effectively tracked and contained the outbreak to just 9 cases, preventing it from spreading further, both globally and to the United States. Keeping Americans safe is our number 1 goal. #CrisisToControl
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This is what #GlobalHealthSecurity looks like: Tanzania faced its first-ever outbreak of deadly Marburg virus in 2023. Working closely with Tanzania’s Ministry of Health, CDC detected the virus within 48 hours, stopping it from crossing international borders. Keeping Americans safe is our number one goal. #CrisisToControl
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CDC Emergency retweeted
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This is what #GlobalHealthSecurity looks like. In 2025 a dangerous bacterial outbreak spread in Vietnam during peak travel season. CDC experts and local health officials moved fast— detecting the outbreak in one day, containing it to 38 cases, and stopping its spread across borders. Keeping Americans safe is our number #1 goal. #CrisisToControl.
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CDC Emergency retweeted
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This is what American-led #GlobalHealthSecurity looks like. Most infectious disease outbreaks never make the news because CDC teams are on the frontlines detecting and defeating deadly pathogens, stopping threats across borders before they reach the United States. Keeping Americans safe is our number #1 goal. #CrisisToControl
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Quick poll! If a disaster hit tomorrow, what’s your biggest concern? Comment why and see how your prep stacks up! Are you ready? bit.ly/4mcOa3v #NationalPreparednessMonth #BeReady #FamilySafety #PrepYourHealth
33% 🚱 Food & Water
19% 🪫 Power & Communication
41% 👥 Family Safety
6% 🐕 Pet Care
78 votes • Final results
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Storms, floods, earthquakes...every area has risks. Make your emergency plan fit the threats you could face. Know it. Prep it. Practice it.⚡ bit.ly/45CQkT3 #NationalPreparednessMonth #BeReady #FamilySafety #PrepYourHealth
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One minute. One card. Write down every family member’s emergency contact info. 💌 You just brought peace of mind to the whole crew. Stay Connected: bit.ly/3UvMBkX #NationalPreparednessMonth #BeReady #FamilySafety #PrepYourHealth
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Weekend challenge: grab 5 things for your emergency kit. 💧 Water 🥫 Food 🔦 Flashlight 🔋 Batteries 🩹 First Aid Kit Build Your Kit Today: bit.ly/45Pv65w #NationalPreparednessMonth #BeReady #FamilySafety #PrepYourHealth
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“We thought it would never happen to us...until the storm hit.” ⛈️🏚️ Don’t learn the hard way. Make your emergency plan now. 📝 Ready to plan? bit.ly/45FVpdb #NationalPreparednessMonth #BeReady #FamilySafety #PrepYourHealth
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Think you’re ready for anything? Guess again. Most people don’t even have enough water for 72 hours.💧 Time to check your kit before it’s too late! 🛒 Take Action: bit.ly/4oEnsSO #NationalPreparednessMonth #BeReady #FamilySafety #PrepYourHealth
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72 hours ⏳. No power 🔌. No water💧. No problem, if you are prepared. Start small, stock one essential today. The Basics: bit.ly/4mcNlHX #NationalPreparednessMonth #BeReady #FamilySafety #PrepYourHealth
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Disaster doesn’t knock. It barges in. Will your family know what to do?  Make a plan today. 📝 Emergency planning will help: bit.ly/4fEQVbs #NationalPreparednessMonth #BeReady #FamilySafety #PrepYourHealth
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🚨 September is National Preparedness Month! Are you really ready if the unexpected hits? 🌪️💡 This month, we’re dropping 9 scroll-stopping tips, challenges, and reminders to help you prep your home, family, and mind.  Stay tuned and don’t hit snooze on safety! #PrepYourHealth bit.ly/4oDk1vK #NationalPreparednessMonth #BeReady #FamilySafety
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