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The right message at the right time can save lives. #PrepYourHealth for the 2023 #HurricaneSeason with ’s updated #hurricane messaging resource. View the resource at bit.ly/3ZUcLzl. #HurricanePrep
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Hurricane season begins on June 1 in the Atlantic and Caribbean. Are you prepared?
During Hurricane Preparedness Week, take time to learn how you can #PrepYourHealth: bit.ly/40W1m1N #HurricanePrep
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It’s Hurricane Preparedness Week! Learn how can help you prepare for natural disasters and severe weather. CDC has resources in 23 different languages, including ASL: bit.ly/3Uhf39v #PrepYourHealth #HurricanePrep
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Before filling an empty container with water to be used in an emergency, follow these steps to clean and sanitize it: bit.ly/3zJp8SO #PrepYourHealth #HurricanePrep
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#DYK people with #asthma face additional health risks during emergencies like hurricanes or floods?
Take time during Hurricane Preparedness Week and #AsthmaAwarenessMonth to learn how you can prepare: bit.ly/3BDoDvO #kNOwAsthma #HurricanePrep
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To prepare for an emergency, store a 3-day water supply for your family. Store at least 1 gallon of water per day for each person.
Consider storing more if you live in a hot climate, have pets, or if someone is pregnant or sick. bit.ly/3zJp8SO
#HurricanePreparednessWeek
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Do you have supplies that would help keep your food safe during a power outage? Having these in advance can help keep food safe to eat:
❄️Coolers
❄️Freezer packs
🌡️ Appliance thermometers
Learn more tips during #HurricanePreparednessWeek: bit.ly/3tvY8T0
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Emergency officials: Are you planning for the 2023 #HurricaneSeason? Add ’s updated #hurricane messaging resource to your communication plans. Learn more at bit.ly/3ZUcLzl. #HurricanePrep
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Are you prepared for #hurricane season?
Take time during Hurricane Preparedness Week to learn what steps you can take to stay safe, such as building an emergency kit and practicing an evacuation route. Visit ’s website for more tips: bit.ly/2WyCe1y #HurricanePrep
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It's #HurricanePrep Week. #PrepYourHealth for hurricane season:
• Take inventory of your emergency supplies, including personal needs
• Review your #MyEvacuationPlan: bit.ly/3qDrA9b
• Test drive your evacuation routes
• Have multiple ways to receive weather alerts
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#HurricanePrep Week starts tomorrow. #PrepYourHealth for this season by learning more about forecast products. DYK a Forecast Cone represents the probable track of the center of a storm? It doesn’t tell you the size of the storm or its impacts. More: bit.ly/3MQ2C2C.
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Did you #ResolveToBeReady in 2023? This month’s micro-resolution is to #FinanicallyPrep for emergencies. Download a copy of the “Your Disaster Checklist” to help you keep track of account numbers, valuables, medical info, & more: bit.ly/3UqUCGQ. #PrepYourHealth
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Teachers, parents, & guardians: Download all the #ReadyWrigley books, including “Ready Wrigley Prepares for Hurricanes,” for free. Use them in the classroom & at home to introduce the topic of #emergency preparedness: bit.ly/3ZGRW9M. #PrepYourHealth #HurricaneStrong
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Getting organized can help you #PrepYourHealth for emergencies, like a hurricane, & stay calm in stressful situations, like an evacuation. Here are some tips to help you get organized before the start of hurricane season: bit.ly/3KNhLip. #HurricanePrep #GetOrganizedDay
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Developing a savings habit can help you #FinanicalPrep for emergencies. Take opportunities to save money whenever possible: a tax refund or birthday gift. Putting away money, even small amounts, can help you create an emergency fund. More: bit.ly/41YzFGb. #PrepYourHealth
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Severe weather can cause power outages. Be #WeatherReady:
🔦 Take inventory of your emergency lighting supplies like flashlights
🔋 Buy extra batteries in the sizes you need
📱 Charge your mobile devices & medical equipment
Learn more: bit.ly/3FUOrWw. #PrepYourHealth
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Today is National #TakeAChanceDay. Something you shouldn’t take a chance on is your preparedness for emergencies. #BeReady for all hazards with emergency supplies, an emergency action plan, & multiple ways to stay informed. Learn more: bit.ly/2ReU8UM. #PrepYourHealth
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Severe weather can develop quickly, leaving you little or no time to #PrepYourHealth. Be #WeatherReady ahead of time:
• Take stock of your emergency supplies, including personal needs
• Know your safe places
• Review your emergency action plan
More: bit.ly/3khs6pe.
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Health communicators: Plain language encourages the use of everyday words to help people understand your #PrepYourHealth info the first time they read or hear it. has resources to help you find alternatives to public health jargon: bit.ly/3eiVywn. #BigWordDay
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As the climate changes, communities could experience more #ExtremeHeat events. Communities can prepare by opening cooling centers and helping people take steps to prevent heat-related illness. This #EarthWeek, learn more tips to beat the heat: bit.ly/3Tz0cXq
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#DYK? Flooding is the second deadliest weather-related hazard in the U.S. Our changing climate could increase rainfall, leading to more flooding events. The good news is that communities can prepare! Visit our website for resources: bit.ly/3JYQdYe #EarthWeek
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Warm and dry conditions associated with #ClimateChange can increase the risk of wildfires. Wildfire smoke can reduce air quality and harm health. Learn more: bit.ly/3jD7yrI #EarthWeek
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Did you know there are 3 convenient ways to find a COVID-19 vaccination location near you? You can text your ZIP code to 438829, call 1-800-232-0233, or search vaccines.gov
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CDC simplifies #COVID19 vaccine recommendations, allowing older adults and immunocompromised adults to get a second dose of the updated vaccine.
Read full statement: bit.ly/40n0531
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CDC’s Climate and Health Program partnered with to develop the Heat and Health Tracker. This tool provides local heat information to decision-makers, media, and the public so they can prepare for #ExtremeHeat events. bit.ly/CDCHeatTracker #EarthWeek
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ICYMI last month’s #ResolveToBeReady micro-resolution was to take a Storm Spotter class. Storm spotters are volunteers. They provide timely & accurate reports of severe weather to their local office. More: bit.ly/41BaZE3. #PrepYourHealth #VolunteerMonth
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Tornadoes can be extremely dangerous. Safe places include storm shelters and basements — but if not available, an interior room without windows can also be protective. If you receive a tornado warning, take shelter immediately! weather.gov/safety/tornado #WeatherReady
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What's a Red Flag Warning? 🚩
They help residents prepare in advance if a wildfire may be a threat in the area due to dry & hot weather.
👉 Listen to local officials, pay attention to alerts, have a go-bag, and know your evacuation routes.
ready.gov/wildfires
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Regular exercise is one way to cope with feelings of stress & anxiety during an emergency. Physical activity can help you feel better, think clearer, stay calm, & care for others in stressful situations. Learn more: bit.ly/2wDbYKn. #PrepYourHealth #NationalExerciseDay
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Forgot to get the mpox vaccine? In some cities, you can get vaccinated at many of the large social gatherings. You may also be able to go to a health department, clinic or hospital.
For more information, visit: bit.ly/3K0dIjG
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CDC has posted an addendum to its #H5N1 bird flu technical report. It provides an initial analysis of the genes of the virus from the patient infected with #birdflu in Chile. Despite a few genetic changes, the risk to the public remains low.
More: bit.ly/3KJCYK7 (1/2)
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DYK April is #VolunteerMonth? Joining Public Health , , or another volunteer group is a way to #GetInvolved in your community. Others include helping neighbors #BeReady for emergencies & giving blood. Learn more: bit.ly/43vaPzd. #PrepYourHealth
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. ICATT program is increasing #COVID19 testing in communities at a greater risk of being impacted by COVID-19. Experiencing symptoms related to COVID-19 or have been exposed to someone with #COVID-19? Find a testing location near you: Testinglocator.cdc.gov.
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You probably know someone who has not received the updated #COVID19 booster. You can answer their questions about the booster to encourage them to get it.
Learn more: bit.ly/3u3wsHF
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Parents, teachers, & guardians: Download "#ReadyWrigley Prepares for Wildfires & Smoke" for free: bit.ly/3Zr7iQs. Use this & other Wrigley resource to introduce children to topics in emergency preparedness & response. #PrepYourHealth
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Are you in an area affected by #flooding? Turn around, don’t drown! Avoid driving through flooded areas and standing water. As little as six inches of water can cause you to lose control of your car. More flood safety tips: bit.ly/2dM0N8E
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#BeReady for evacuations. Know where to go, how to get there, & what to take with you during an evacuation. Use the #MyEvacuationPlan checklist to help you find safe places to go, map your evacuation routes, & plan for your personal needs: bit.ly/3LsKGuk. #PrepYourHealth
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