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Access to drinking water in school keeps students hydrated and gives them healthier alternatives during school mealtimes. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3DsSlog#CDCHealthySchools
Healthy eating in childhood and adolescence is important for proper growth and development and to prevent various health conditions. Get the facts on childhood nutrition at https://bit.ly/3BIibU6#CDCHealthySchools
😴 Infant Safe Sleep Tip!
Keep soft bedding such as blankets, pillows, bumper pads, and soft toys out of your baby’s sleep area. To learn more and view the full video visit: https://bit.ly/3oznIWO#SafeToSleep
Pharmacists have a role to play in preventing and managing cardiovascular disease. This implementation guide supports health professionals seeking to incorporate pharmacists into team-based care systems. #PharmacistsMonthhttps://bit.ly/3BqSs0V
#MotivationMonday: You can change your lifestyle to prevent #t2diabetes & you don’t have to do it alone. The #NationalDPP will give you crucial support. As Lifestyle Coach Tatiana says: “This is something that works for the rest of your life.” Learn more: https://bit.ly/3CbdrXh
Evacuating or traveling with breast milk during an emergency? You can carry freshly expressed milk in a cooler or an insulated cooler bag with frozen ice packs for up to 24 hours. Learn more about safe storage guidelines for breast milk: https://bit.ly/3yUOUTs
Germs can grow in and on baby bottles, sippy or trainer cups, and other food containers. Learn about safety considerations and practices when cleaning infant feeding items in during and emergency. https://bit.ly/3PqIJxw
Breastfeeding has benefits for both baby and mom. For mothers, breastfeeding can lower the risk of type 2 diabetes, ovarian cancer, and breast cancer. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3xraKeP#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
Most breast cancers are found in women who are 50 years old or older. Studies have shown that your chances of getting breast cancer may be due to many factors. Learn about your risk: https://cdc.gov/cancer/breast/basic_info/risk_factors.htm…
Have you seen your doctor lately? Going to the dentist and doctor for regular checkups and preventive screenings can help prevent or catch chronic diseases early. Book your appointments this autumn for a Healthy Fall. #CDCHealthyFall
Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among American women. When found early, #BreastCancer is easier to treat. CDC offers free and low-cost breast cancer screenings to women who have trouble paying for a mammogram. https://cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp/screenings.htm…#BCAM
Youth use of tobacco products in any form - including e-cigarettes - is unsafe. Such products contain nicotine, which is highly addictive and can harm the developing adolescent brain. Learn more about youth e-cigarette use in the latest CDCMMWR: https://bit.ly/MMWR7140
It’s your right as a patient to ask questions and be heard! CDC’s #HearHer campaign has resources to help you get the information you need to ensure that you and baby are safe. https://bit.ly/CDCHearHerWomen
Daily reminder to check your blood sugar! 🔔
If you’re living with #diabetes, monitoring your blood sugar is essential so you can make decisions about your health. Plus, people who monitor their blood sugar tend to have better diabetes outcomes! More: https://bit.ly/3rCx5oM
Before she joined the National Diabetes Prevention Program, Denisse felt unwell and struggled with low energy. The CDC-led program changed her life. Learn what it can do for you: https://bit.ly/3CbdrXh#t2diabetes#prediabetes
You never know what is in floodwater at any given time. Wild animals can become displaced during a disaster. If possible, stay out of floodwater. https://bit.ly/3mQtd2u#Ian
Gasoline exposure can cause serious illness, such as coughing or vomiting, and can lead to death. DO NOT siphon gasoline by mouth to fuel your generator. https://bit.ly/3SzMAtB#Ian
CDC significantly expanded its investment in efforts to prevent #MaternalMortality and improve #HealthEquity, with new awards totaling $10.7 million to support Maternal Mortality Review Committees (#MMRCs) and implement statewide Perinatal Quality Collaboratives (#PQCs).
Throw away bottle nipples, pacifiers, and other items that are hard to clean if they have been touched by floodwater. Tiny cuts or breaks in these items can let in germs that can’t be removed by cleaning.
Handwashing is important especially during an emergency! Washing your hands with soap and water can help keep you and your family clean and healthy. Use alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water aren’t available. https://bit.ly/3SprrSN#PrepYourHealth
has just released their National Strategy with actions the federal government will take to drive solutions to end hunger, improve #nutrition and #physicalactivity, and decrease diet-related chronic diseases disparities. Learn more here: