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  1. Pinned Tweet
    22 Dec 2021

    The Omicron variant spreads more easily than the original virus that causes . Help stop Omicron by using all the tools to protect yourself and others. Learn more: .

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  2. 29 minutes ago

    Getting your child vaccinated against is more important than ever. CDC recommends everyone ages 5 years and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and everyone ages 12 and older get a booster when eligible. Find a vaccine near you: .

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  3. 2 hours ago

    CDC published updated vaccine recommendations for certain adults 19 through 64 years old and all adults 65 years or older. Talk to your doctor to find out what's best for your specific situation. More: .

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  4. 2 hours ago

    Today is Earned Income Tax Credit () Awareness Day! Learn about the work CDC and partners are doing in support of this health-promoting benefit: .

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  5. 2 hours ago

    Healthcare providers: & are conducting a survey to learn more about how the petroleum contamination in drinking water at affected residents’ health. Learn about the survey: .

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  6. 3 hours ago

    Parents: Children ages 5 years and older should get a vaccine as soon as possible. Vaccination will help protect them and their families, help keep them in school and other activities, and slow the spread of COVID-19 in the community. More: .

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    Dangerously cold temperatures expected in your area? Stay warm to prevent and . 🧥 Dress in layers & stay dry. 🧣 Leave no skin exposed. 🧤 Cover your nose, ears, cheeks, chin, fingers & toes. More info: .

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    Severe weather expected in your area this weekend? to stay safe during and after a winter storm. and visit the website for tips: .

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  9. 21 hours ago

    cases are starting to decrease but remain high in most parts of the US. The 7-day average of daily new cases is 596,860, a 19.9% decrease from the previous week. Get vaccinated as soon as you can & get a booster shot when you're eligible. More:

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    Stay safe during and after a storm by planning ahead. 🥫 Gather supplies, including emergency food and water. 📺 Listen to weather forecasts. 🔋 Be prepared for power outages. with more tips: .

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  11. 22 hours ago

    : You should get a vaccine even if you’ve already had COVID-19. All COVID-19 vaccines available in the United States are effective at helping prevent COVID-19, even for people who’ve already had it. More: .

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  12. 24 hours ago

    Getting vaccinated against means greatly lowering your risk of severe illness and death as well as protecting the people you care about. Find your vaccine: .

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  13. Jan 27

    Learn more about staying up to date on vaccines: .

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  14. Jan 27

    A new investigation finds that prior to the emergence of Omicron, 3 doses of a mRNA vaccine were more protective against COVID-19-associated hospitalization than 2 doses. Protect yourself by staying up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines. More: .

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  15. Retweeted
    Jan 27

    Thank you for shining a light on sickle cell disease (SCD). SCD affects ~100,000 people living in the U.S. and can cause severe pain, infection, acute chest syndrome, and stroke. Read more stories of people living with here:

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  16. Jan 27

    Help protect yourself from getting , , or both at the same time. Get both your flu shot and your COVID-19 vaccine and booster dose when you’re eligible. To find vaccines near you, go to .

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  17. Jan 26

    As of January 24, 2022, national forecasts predict 4,900–25,600 new deaths will likely be reported during the week ending February 19. More: .

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  18. Jan 26

    As of January 24, 2022, national forecasts predict 4,900–27,800 new hospitalizations will likely be reported on February 18. More: .

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  19. Jan 26

    New study highlights a peer-led, group intervention that improved eHealth literacy and HIV health literacy in people living with HIV. Learn more: .

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  20. Jan 26

    Parents: Your children count on you to keep them safe and healthy. If you have questions or concerns about your child receiving the vaccine, talk to your healthcare provider. Learn more: .

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  21. Jan 26

    Know the difference. Side effects after getting your vaccine are expected and should go away in a few days. Symptoms of COVID-19 are wide-ranging, more severe, and often last weeks but can last months. Learn more: .

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