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    Mar 18

    One of my priorities is building our nation’s public health infrastructure. has partnered with to launch Public Health AmeriCorps to build the next generation of public health leaders. On today's I discuss this groundbreaking initiative. ⬇️

    CDC Director Debrief
    In celebration of AmeriCorps week, CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky discusses Public Health AmeriCorps, a groundbreaking initiative launched through the partnership of CDC and AmeriCorps.
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  2. Mar 25

    Today, I was fortunate enough to visit public health leaders at . We discussed the critical need to build our nation's public health infrastructure. Thank you, New Jersey Dept. of Health, for your partnership as we work together for the future of !

    Dr. Rochelle Walensky today: For the future of public health, it’s imperative that we continue to build an upskilled workforce that reflects the communities it serves.
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  3. Mar 25

    Go behind-the-scenes with CDC ! Learn about recent investigations, insights, and solutions for our future. Register for the virtual Epidemic Intelligence Service Conference:

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  4. Mar 25

    Yesterday, I had the privilege of touring a lab at . It is always truly remarkable to see the work being done across the country.

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  5. Retweeted
    Mar 24

    Director Walensky visits Princeton University COVID lab, encourages booster shots

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  6. Mar 24

    is an opportunity to inform people about the impact of TB around the world. We at , along with our partners, remain dedicated to eliminating TB in the U.S. & globally. Learn more about CDC’s advancements in TB treatment & elimination:

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  7. Mar 23

    We expect that cases may fluctuate. If cases & other indicators do rise, we have the framework to implement additional layers of prevention strategies at the local level to swiftly protect individuals & communities. Find your COVID-19 Community Level:

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  8. Mar 23

    CDC is tracking the BA.2 sublineage of the carefully. This week, CDC estimates show BA.2 representing 34.9% of circulating variants in the U.S. In some areas where we have seen slight increases in cases, like NY & New England, BA.2 is at levels above 50%.

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  9. Mar 23

    . continues to closely monitor surveillance, including wastewater, cases, and hospitalizations. We are seeing small increases in cases in some areas, as cases continue to fall in other areas.

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  10. Retweeted
    Mar 18

    New study finds vaccines continued to be highly effective at protecting adults from being put on a ventilator or dying during Omicron. All eligible adults should stay up to date w/ COVID-19 vaccines to protect against severe disease.

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  11. Mar 18

    I am deeply grateful to Jeff Zients for the time we worked together & his service to our nation leading the . I am excited to be working with , a longtime respected colleague. I look forward to all we can accomplish together.

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  12. Mar 17

    NEW: Updated COVID-19 Community Levels as of March 17, 2022. More than 99% of the U.S. population is in a location with a low or medium COVID-19 Community Level. Find your COVID-19 Community Level:

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  13. Mar 17

    This morning, I joined to discuss the protection Americans have against , and the ways is closely monitoring for indicators of increases in COVID-19 illness. Should cases rise again, we have the tools to be prepared.

    "About 95% of America has some sort of protection against COVID-19, either by vaccination, boosting, or prior infection. The big unknown here is a future variant." -
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  14. Mar 11

    DATA RELEASE: COVID Data Tracker posted data on hospitalizations by vaccination status for children ages 5-11. Hospitalizations were 3x higher in unvaccinated children 5-11 years compared to children who received their primary vaccine series.

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  15. Mar 11

    vaccines can provide protection for children and adolescents, including against the . It is critically important that everyone 5 years and older stays up to date on recommended COVID-19 vaccinations.

    A new shows vaccination among children and teens provided moderate protection against infection with the Omicron variant. Learn more: .
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  16. Mar 11

    NEW: Updated COVID-19 Community Levels as of March 10, 2022. More than 98% of the U.S. population is in a location with a low or medium COVID-19 Community Level. Find your COVID-19 Community Level:

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  17. Mar 9

    Vaccines have been essential in fighting many diseases, including . Watch as and I discuss the power of vaccination. ⬇️

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    “It’s shocking to me how hard it’s been to get some people to take up the [COVID] vaccine.” CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky says she was surprised more people did not rush to get the vaccine with the same speed as past national inoculation campaigns.
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    Mar 9

    Vaccines have been saving lives and preventing illness & disability from devastating diseases for over a century. Today, vaccines are helping protect people against severe illness, hospitalization, and death from COVID-19. Learn more:

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  19. Mar 8

    Today on International Women’s Day, we celebrate the remarkable women who are leading the way at , , and the women everywhere who are making a difference around the world. Happy !

    On HHS reaffirms its commitment to supporting the health of women and girls at home & around the 🌎 Through global action, advances health, rights & equity for all – contributing to a healthier, safer world.
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  20. Mar 8

    I joined and to discuss the latest on .

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    "Is it over?" sat down with CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky to discuss the pandemic's impact in the U.S. and what the future holds. Watch the full report at 6:30 pm ET / 5:30 pm CT (check your local NBC station listings).
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