USAGov’s Tweets

Jul 19

Starting this month, head to

every Tuesday to test your summer travel trivia! 💗Get health and travel safety tips from

@CDCtravel

✈ Pack smart with

@TSA

and

@FAAnews

✅ Know before you go #TriviaTuesday

Social Security

@SocialSecurity

Not all disabilities are visible. Get the facts about #SocialSecurity #disability benefits and learn about the application process: ow.ly/O8lv50JT57r?

Spot Health Insurance Scams

FTC

@FTC

Receiving calls from health insurance scammers claiming they’re from the government? Gov't agencies never call and ask for your Social Security, bank account, or credit card number, and they won’t ask you to wire money or pay by cryptocurrency. Read more:

consumer.ftc.gov

Wading through your health insurance options and plans can be complex, overwhelming, and confusing.

WHD_DOL

@WHD_DOL

🚨🚨 HAPPENING NOW! 🚨🚨 Come learn what to expect from your employer when you’re expecting! We'll cover the Family Medical Leave Act and Break Time for Nursing Mothers. bit.ly/3BWfb79 #FMLA #WorkersRights

Does your business or organization conduct scientific or technological research? If so, you may be eligible for a grant from the government. Learn from

@sbagov

if your business may qualify for a grant and how you can get funding. bit.ly/3A5Kjj8

During National Immunization Awareness Month, get your kids up to date with vaccinations before they head back to school. bit.ly/3bKth0B #BacktoSchool

These days, there are mobile applications for every situation that help make your life easier. Did you know there are apps developed for you to help during an emergency? Explore and download these four apps so natural disasters don’t catch you off guard. bit.ly/3QopHbL

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Are you flying with your child soon? The safest place for a small child on an airplane is in a government-approved child safety restraint system or device — not on your lap. Keep your little one safe when you fly. bit.ly/3d0cFSS

#DYK that federal student aid isn’t just for studying at a four-year university? See which schools in your state you can include on your FAFSA® form ➡️ go.usa.gov/xSsrq

Types of Schools Where You Can Use Federal Student Aid

Community college
University
Career school (trade, technical, and vocational)
Accredited Online Program
Grad school

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Could summer storms affect your trip? Check with your airline for flight status before you leave home. The FAA does not cancel flights. You can find general airport status info at fly.faa.gov and the FAA’s daily traffic and weather reports here. #TravelTipTuesday

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The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free service. Sign up for STEP to receive security, health, and weather alerts for your destination directly to your inbox. ow.ly/pzPC50Kg5EQ #TravelTipTuesday

#TravelTipTuesday: Planning summer #travel? Make sure you & your family are up to date with your #COVID19 vaccines & pack a travel health kit with extra masks, hand sanitizer, & sunscreen. Find a list of more items to include in your travel kit here: bit.ly/2zN7VcP

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: travel.state.gov/content/travel #TriviaTuesday #TravelTipTuesday

Answer: Expedited passport service. Visit

@Travelgov

for more information: travel.state.gov/content/travel If you need to renew your passport from outside the U.S., follow special instructions from the

@StateDept

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Lost track of time and passport still not renewed? What passport renewal service are you eligible for if your non-emergency trip is less than 10 weeks away?

Expedited

Life-or-Death Emergency Service

Urgent Details to be shared this afternoon. #TriviaTuesday

Aug 9

Protect your sundae this summer. Wilton Industries, Inc. has issued a nationwide recall on its Rainbow Chip Crunch Sprinkles and Rainbow Sprinkles Mix due to containing undeclared milk. Get lot codes and other product information from

Should you apply sunscreen on your infant to protect them from sunburn? ☀️ While it’s not recommended for babies under 6 months old, the FDA has tips to help parents protect their little ones from sunburns and dehydration this summer. bit.ly/3JET4Uw

Aug 9

Working Mothers: What to Expect from Your Employer When You’re Expecting

Lost track of time and passport still not renewed? What passport renewal service are you eligible for if your non-emergency trip is less than 10 weeks away? 1️⃣Expedited 2️⃣Life-or-Death Emergency Service 3️⃣Urgent Details to be shared this afternoon. #TriviaTuesday

Even low levels of lead in blood can affect kids’ learning, attentiveness, and academic achievement. Luckily, catching it early can reduce long-term effects. Blood lead tests are covered by #Medicaid and #CHIP for kids and teens up to age 19: go.hc.gov/3vvPExq

4 million children live in homes with significant lead-based paint.
Get your child tested for lead with Medicaid and CHIP.
#Enroll365

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Stay safe when working outdoors in the sun. Wear sunscreen and appropriate clothing, and use Water, Rest, Shade to stay safe in the heat: osha.gov/heat-exposure/ #NIHHIS #HeatSafety

Sun Safety at Work. Sun exposure causes skin cancer, premature aging of the skin, and cataracts. Cover up. Wear tightly woven clothing that blocks out light. Use sunscreen. Use a sunscreen that has a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15. Wear a hat. A wide brim hat protects the neck, ears, eyes, forehead, nose, and scalp. Wear UV-absorbent shades. Sunglasses should block UVA and UVB radiation. Limit exposure. UV rays are most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. osha.gov/heat

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Join

and

on 8/10 from 1-2:30 p.m. ET for a free webinar about workplace protections for new and expecting mothers. Register now!

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Please join this free webinar to understand federal workplace rights and benefits for new and expecting mothers.

Smithsonian magazine's

@MuseumDay

will return on September 17! Museum Day gives guests free access to museums, zoos and cultural centers throughout the United States. Tickets are available beginning August 15. bit.ly/3SjXlRa

National Library of Medicine

@NLM_NIH

The long haul: When COVID-19 symptoms don’t go away | NIH MedlinePlus Magazine

Some people who have had #COVID19 struggle w/ symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, & trouble breathing long after the initial infection is over. NIH

@MedlinePlus

Magazine shares possible causes of #LongCOVID, who’s at risk & NIH-funded research on the topic.

magazine.medlineplus.gov

Doctors and scientists are working to understand a set of health problems and symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, headaches, dizziness, and trouble breathing that are experienced by some people who had...

#DYK select states have tax-free holidays? During these days, you can take advantage of an elimination of tax on goods like clothing, school supplies, and appliances. Tax-free holidays are a smart time to shop and save. bit.ly/3OSAjxQ

Another hot week ahead in different parts of the country. Remember to drink plenty of water throughout the day even if you are not thirsty, do not spend too much time outside during the midday heat, and take breaks often if you are working outside. More: ready.gov/heat

Cartoon of a boy sweating due to the hot temperatures. Stay in the shade or indoors during extreme heat!

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It's #BackToSchool time! Don’t pack your child’s lunch in a brown paper bag. Perishable food will be unsafe by lunchtime. Use an insulated lunch bag & add a frozen gel pack or a frozen water bottle with the lunch to keep it cold. More tips: bit.ly/3vnM9cx.

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From babies to teenagers, people need vaccines, throughout childhood, high school and into college, to protect them from potentially dangerous infectious diseases. Learn how the FDA ensures the safety and effectiveness of vaccines. bit.ly/3OK8Yh4 #NIAM2022

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Waiting on your new passport to arrive? Delivery tracking information is provided online at passportstatus.state.gov. We work hard to deliver your passport before your travel date.

NPS Youth & Young Adult Programs

@NPSYouth

Aug 7

It’s 🌊 #NationalLighthouseDay! Did you know the National Park Service is steward to nearly 50 lighthouses and light stations in the United States? ➡️ nps.gov/articles/light 📸 NPS - Various lighthouses within the NPS #FindYourPark #LightHouses #NPS

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The

@FTC

is warning people of a growing scam where messengers pretend to be

@icgov

@uscis

officials. The caller or emailer says you owe a fee or need to pay a bond. If you do not pay, they threaten that you could face deportation. bit.ly/3vNq6w5

Aug 7

Need help paying rent or finding affordable housing? See what assistance is available from federal, state, and local agencies, depending on your situation, and learn if you’re eligible. bit.ly/3vANo85

Aug 7

If you are a small business owner, there are tax obligations that your business needs to meet on a federal, state, and local level. Find out how to begin the process and what obligations are needed. bit.ly/3zpLSqw

Aug 6

If you want to change your name for any reason, know where to go to update it. Changing your name can impact things like your

@SocialSecurity

card or

@DeptVetAffairs

benefits. Use this guide from USAGov to know which agencies to notify of a name change. bit.ly/3JoW2fG

Aug 6

ShelterLogic Group Recalls RIO-Branded Swinging Hammock Chairs Due to Injury Hazard; New Instruct...

Be careful if you're camping or relaxing outdoors this summer! Around 786,000 RIO-Branded Swinging Hammock Chairs have been recalled after receiving 24 consumer complaints of injuries due to the legs collapsing unexpectedly. Learn more from

@USCPSC

cpsc.gov

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs until they have reviewed the new instructions and the pins are properly inserted into the chair’s legs per the instructions. Consumers...

Aug 5

Free at-home #COVID19 tests are available to you. Each household can receive 8 self tests that

@USPS

will deliver directly to your home. Learn more and order a set: bit.ly/3ztT7xx

Aug 5

The school year starts soon in many parts of the country. Before attending class, students must meet the vaccine requirements in their state. Follow these tips for finding and updating child #vaccine records from

This weekend, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Iowa and Arkansas will hold tax-free sales on items like clothing, footwear, and school supplies. If you’re in West Virginia, take advantage of tax-free sales until Aug. 8! bit.ly/3d1e0J3

During National #VolunteerMonth, we highlight the amazing work of #volunteers around the U.S. Ours are some of the most dedicated around—our volunteers gave 3,632,096 hours in 2021 alone. Visit Volunteer.gov to learn how you can help.

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National Weather Service

@NWS

Aug 4

The peak months of hurricane season — August through October — are historically when about 90% of all Atlantic tropical cyclone activity occurs. Preparing now is key. Don't wait until there's a storm heading your way. Check out noaa.gov/hurricane-prep for preparedness tips.

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NOAA

@NOAA

· Aug 4

Just in: @NOAA forecasters maintain above-average hurricane season outlook for Atlantic Basin, stress importance of preparedness. bit.ly/AtlHurricaneSe @NWS @NWSCPC #ItOnlyTakesOne #HurricanePrep #HurricaneOutlook

2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook percentages.

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NEW ARTICLE: Social Security and Supplemental Security Income Benefits Explained ➡️ ow.ly/RfTp50KbOzN

Whether you live in an area prone to fires, floods, or hurricanes, it's important to be prepared. 📱Sign up for alerts. ☑️Make an emergency plan. 🗺️Be familiar with evacuation routes in your area: bit.ly/3JjxW69

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