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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@CDCDirector
Identification of #polio in NYC wastewater highlights the importance of vaccination. Those unvaccinated & incompletely vaccinated are at risk. Vaccination is critically important, especially for those in the affected community & areas where the virus has been found in wastewater.
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@CDCDirector
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Tonya M., who courageously shared her story of smoking-related heart disease as part of the Tips From Former Smokers® campaign. We at CDC extend our sincere condolences to Tonya’s family, friends, and community.
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@CDCDirector
Everyone with hepatitis C should have access to lifesaving treatment. Although an effective hepatitis C treatment is available, too few people with hepatitis C are treated. Removing the barriers to treatment is critical.
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People infected with #HepatitisC face many barriers to receiving timely treatment, including high cost, insurance restrictions, and lack of access to treatment in primary care settings.
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Infographic showing a person preparing to jump over several hurdles displaying barriers patients face to beginning hepatitis C treatment. These barriers include the high cost of treatment, insurance preauthorization, insurance treatment restrictions (liver damage, sobriety, liver specialist), and difficulty receiving treatment in primary care settings.
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@CDCDirector
Hepatitis C is largely curable. Among those insured, only about 1 in 3 people are treated within a year of diagnosis. We must reduce barriers to treatment to stop preventable deaths & prevent new infections. Learn more in CDC's new #VitalSigns report: bit.ly/3A8E6D7.
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Even among insured, too few people diagnosed with #HepatitisC are being treated. Learn more in new CDC #VitalSigns report: bit.ly/3A8E6D7.
A bar chart, titled Timely Hepatitis C Treatment by Insurance Type, shows the period of 2019–2020. 23% of those with Medicaid received timely treatment for hepatitis C, while 77% were not treated. 28% of those on Medicare received timely treatment, while 72% were not treated. 35% of those with private insurance got timely treatment, while 65% were not treated.
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@CDCDirector
Vaccination is an important tool in preventing the spread of #monkeypox. Avoiding behaviors that increase risk of exposure is important between the 1st & 2nd doses of vaccine. Temporary changes in sexual activity will help slow the spread of monkeypox until adequately protected.
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@CDCDirector
From data on cases in the U.S. reported to CDC through July 22, 2022: ➡️99% occurred in men. ➡️94% reported male-to-male sexual contact. ➡️Among monkeypox cases in men who reported their sexual partners in the 3 weeks before symptom onset, the majority had multiple partners.
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@CDCDirector
NEW:
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out today reports key findings among U.S. #monkeypox cases reported to CDC between May 17-July 22, 2022. A thread on these findings & what you need to know below. 🧵 More: bit.ly/3SumLLV
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Among U.S. monkeypox cases reported to CDC for whom data were available, 99% were in men & 94% reported recent male-to-male sexual contact. Close physical contact or exposure to contaminated materials like bedding can result in spread of monkeypox. bit.ly/mm7132e3
Graphic with text about a new MMWR on monkeypox includes images of monkeypox rash. The graphic encourages readers to read the latest reports to stay informed.
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@CDCDirector
Today, HHS declared a public health emergency in response to the current #monkeypox outbreak. This means CDC and state & local health departments can take critical actions more quickly and better meet the demands of this outbreak.
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Secretary Xavier Becerra
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In light of evolving circumstances on the ground, I am declaring a public health emergency on #monkeypox. We are prepared to take our response to the next level in addressing this virus. We urge every American to take monkeypox seriously.
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@CDCDirector
#Monkeypox testing has significantly increased from 500 specimens tested each week in late May to nearly 8,000 specimens tested last week. Laboratories can perform 80,000 tests each week, which is much more than the current demand.
Graphic title reads “Monkeypox/Non-Variola Orthopox Testing in the United States Public Health and Select Commercial Laboratories.” The graphic depicts a significant increase in testing from late May to early August as well as a line depicting test positivity rate over time. Image is branded with CDC and HHS logos.
Graphic title reads “Monkeypox/Non-Variola Orthopox Testing Volume Versus Testing Capacity.” The graphic depicts a significant increase in testing capacity from under 500 specimens tested per week in late May to the capacity to test 80,000 specimens per week currently. Image is branded with CDC and HHS logos.
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@CDCDirector
The partnership between the U.S. and Uganda to advance #PublicHealth and global health security is critically important. I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to see the outstanding work taking place in Uganda over the past week.
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U.S. Mission Uganda
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3/3 “The 🇺🇸 Mission could not be prouder of this 30-year collaboration between @CDCgov & @MinofHealthUg. Dedicated 🇺🇬 health leaders, combined w/ support from CDC & collaborating 🇺🇸agencies, have helped Uganda to make substantial gains… ⬇️,” @USAmbUganda. ug.usembassy.gov/u-s-uganda-par
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@CDCDirector
I had the opportunity to visit
@UVRIug
Influenza Laboratory, which sequences the #COVID19 genome. CDC is proud to partner with this world-class institution — an incredible asset for Uganda, East Africa, & the world.
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U.S. Mission Uganda
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At @UVRIug today, @CDCDirector Walensky visited the Influenza Laboratory, which sequences the #COVID19 genome.  Over 30+ yrs. 🇺🇸technical assist. has shaped UVRI’s capabilities to generate & use scientific evidence to prevent & control viral disease threats in 🇺🇬 & the region. 👏
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@CDCDirector
I visited Kagando Hospital where an Ebola case was correctly identified & contained. CDC and partners continue building on global health security successes in Uganda.
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CDC Global Health
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Earlier, @CDCDirector visited Kagando Hospital where a 2019 #Ebola spillover case was correctly identified and contained, preventing spread. CDC partners with @MinofHealthUG and others to build on #globalhealthseucrity capacities needed for successes like this one.
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@CDCDirector
I visited a Determined, Resilient, Empowered, AIDS-Free, Mentored & Safe (DREAMS) site. CDC supports 15 of 24 #DREAMS districts in Uganda to reach adolescent girls & young women to prevent HIV. More: bitly.ws/t3es
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Guided by HIV incidence data and burden of adolescent girls and young women at risk, the #DREAMS program delivers combined health and socio-economic empowerment interventions to address vulnerabilities to HIV and reduce new infections.
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@CDCDirector
I toured Uganda’s National Public Health Emergency Operations Center. With CDC support, Uganda’s PHEOC has coordinated responses to anthrax, Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever, yellow fever, & others, to contain them at their source.
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U.S. Ambassador to Uganda
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Excited to have 🇺🇸 @CDCDirector, Dr. Rochelle Walensky, in Uganda. Together we visited @MinofHealthUG, toured 🇺🇬's Emergency Public Health Ops Ctr & the Nat. Inst of Public Health. The United States, thru @CDCgov, works closely w/@UNIPH3 to improve public health coord & response.
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@CDCDirector
I enjoyed visiting the Uganda National Institute of Public Health. CDC works with countries to establish National Public Health Institutes as part of our global health security work. Thank you for having me,
@UNIPH3
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CDC Global Health
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@CDCDirector visited the Uganda Nat’l Institute of Public Health. @UNIPH3 & @CDCGlobal are working together to better prevent, detect, & respond to public health threats in Uganda. CDC partners in 30+ countries to develop NPHIs. Learn more: bitly.ws/t3e2
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@CDCDirector
It was an honor to visit with leaders in Uganda. Thank you all for your continued collaboration and partnership!
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Ministry of Health- Uganda
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.@HonAnifaKawooya, @MargaretMuhanga and a team from @MinofHealthUG hosted the @CDCgov Director, @CDCDirector and her team this morning. The State Ministers appreciated CDC for their strong collaboration and partnership in strengthening the capacity of the health sector
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH Retweeted
Secretary Xavier Becerra
@SecBecerra
Since the first U.S. case of monkeypox was confirmed on May 18, this administration has acted swiftly to order & distribute vaccines and increase availability of testing & treatments. We’re heading into August with more tools at our disposal – with the goal to end this outbreak.
Timeline: Monkeypox Outbreak and Response in the U.S. May 18, 2022 - First case in U.S. confirmed, 2,400 vaccines available, 6K tests per week, Largely undiscussed in medical community August 1, 2022 - 5,811 cases, 1.1M vaccines available, 80K tests per week, Daily conversations with medical community
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@CDCDirector
I am proud to see
@CDCgov
's Dr. Demetre Daskalakis, an extraordinary leader & #PublicHealth expert, named to the White House National Monkeypox Response. Robert Fenton and Dr. Daskalakis both bring outstanding leadership & expertise to this response.
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President Biden Announces Team to Lead Monkeypox Response - The White House
Today, President Biden named FEMA’s Robert Fenton as the White House National Monkeypox Response Coordinator and Dr. Demetre Daskalakis as the White House
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Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH
@CDCDirector
CDC recently released clinical considerations for #monkeypox in children and adolescents. For more on the clinical considerations, visit bit.ly/3Q6Xky9.
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CDC provides clinical considerations for clinicians and health systems developing plans to care for children and adolescents with exposure to #monkeypox, suspected monkeypox, or confirmed monkeypox. Learn more: bit.ly/3Q6Xky9.
Doctor examines child accompanied by parent in the doctor’s office.
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