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  1. Keep kids busy this summer RT @MainLib 100 activities is a lot to choose from--try a few Friday afternoons! 2-4pm. ow.ly/b3Dru
  2. Record heat expected in #Tucson - don't forget sunscreen, H20, and stay cool indoors when possible. And no kids or pets left in hot cars!
  3. Pima County Dept of Environmental Quality issued a smoke advisory due to fires in New Mexico. People sensitive to smoke should stay indoors.
  4. Check out this great infographic to learn how your body beats the heat ow.ly/bgZTY Hot day today, stay hydrated!
  5. Learning the dangers of smoking is key to #healthyliving. Find more about World No Tobacco Day at MakingHealthEasier.org ~ @MakeHealthEZ
  6. RT @SGRegina The realities of #smoking cannot be ignored.1,200 Americans die each day, & 2 youth or young adults become smokers. #SGReport
  7. RE: Look before you lock - Never leave pets in a parked car either, the heat is deadly!
  8. Good reminder for parents from NHTSA, heatstroke prevention tips. "Where's baby? Look before you lock." ow.ly/bflL3
  9. RT @samhsagov Global tobacco use responsible for nearly 6 million deaths each year. Celebrate World No Tobacco Day 5/31 bit.ly/LaM396
  10. RT @CDCgov Traveling abroad? Measles is still common in many parts of the world. Make sure you’re vaccinated. go.usa.gov/phX
  11. Nurse Emily is @STucsonLib until 2:00. If you need to talk to a registered nurse or just need some essential supplies, stop by her table!
  12. World No Tobacco Day is Thursday 5/31 - but why wait til then to quit? ow.ly/b9KXr
  13. Reminder - all Health Department offices and clinics are closed today 5/28 for Memorial Day. Have a safe holiday and we'll see you Tuesday!
  14. Tips for a safe and healthy #MemorialDay weekend from @RedCross rdcrss.org/Knwb42 ~ @NACCHOalerts
  15. Memorial Day travel tips from the AZ Dept. of Public Safety ow.ly/b9S3m Have a safe holiday!
  16. In observance of Memorial Day, all Health Department offices and clinics will be closed on Monday, May 28.
  17. Today is Heat Safety Awareness Day - drink some H20 and check out these tips for avoiding heat related illness ow.ly/aHTIt
  18. RT @TucsonCitizen Pima County Department of Environmental Quality: Airborne particulates higher than normal | bit.ly/LvXtGC
  19. Follow these tips from @CDCgov to stay healthy and safe this spring and summer when you’re outside. go.usa.gov/pUt
  20. Poisoning deaths from prescription drugs are on the rise ow.ly/b877F, learn about storage and disposal at disposeamed.pima.gov