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We're back!

The National Museum of Health and Medicine has reopened and resumed regular operating hours, Wednesday through Sunday, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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The National Museum of Health and Medicine is open today, Thurs. Jan 29, until 5:30 p.m. We hope to see you soon, and please stay safe and warm!

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The National Museum of Health and Medicine will be closed Wed., Jan. 28, due to continued unsafe road and travel conditions. Please check back for updates on opening status.

Stay safe out there and we will see our visitors soon!

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The National Museum of Health and Medicine will be closed Sun., Jan. 25, due to inclement weather.

Stay safe out there and we will see our visitors soon!

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We wish everyone happy holidays and remind everyone that we will be closed today, Dec. 25.

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The National Museum of Health and Medicine will be closed on Thanksgiving Day to allow our staff to enjoy the holiday with loved ones. We’ll reopen on Friday, ready to welcome you back with more to discover about the value of military medicine to our nation! 🦃🍂

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Don’t miss what Anatomical Collections Manager Kristen Pearlstein, Ph.D., has “In the Lab” this October! This month’s micro-exhibition shines a spotlight on lung disease.

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We’re back!

The National Museum of Health and Medicine has reopened and resumed regular operating hours, Wednesday through Sunday, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

[Natl Mus Health Medi @medicalmuseum]

The National Museum of Health and Medicine will reopen on Friday, Nov. 14 with regular hours from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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The museum will be CLOSED until further notice. Please call [phone] or check our social media accounts @medicalmuseum for any updates on operating status. If the museum is closed, explore our online virtual exhibits and education materials on our website.

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Join us for Scout Day at the NMHM on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 10 a.m. to noon. This hands-on event invites Scouts to explore the world of military medicine through STEM-based activities focused on first aid. For more information visit https://t.co/ddXdVJhhUP .

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Today, on Gold Star Mother’s Day, we honor those who have lost loved ones who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.

#GoldStarMothersDay

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Join us Sunday, Oct. 26, for a special NMHM lecture with Dr. Mike Bray. This free presentation explores the 2014-2016 Ebola outbreak in West Africa — one of the deadliest in history.
For more information, please visit https://t.co/OJvqODmkmG

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Ovarian cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related death in women. The impact of the
disease on the @MHS is significant. Click https://t.co/yIx9Zs6TDd to learn about @CDMRP’s Ovarian Cancer Research Program.

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Historically, lice have been a concern in the military in situations with close quarters and limited hygiene. But they also commonly infest school children and their families. Think you have head lice? Click here for useful info from @DefensePubHlth: https://t.co/2J15QeSUZo

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Scout Day is almost here!

Join us for Scout Day at on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 10 a.m. to noon. This hands-on event invites Scouts to explore the world of military medicine through STEM-based activities and first aid demonstrations. For info: https://t.co/XQQZGZDaHN

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As students head back to class, we’re spotlighting the importance of vaccines. This month’s In the Lab exhibit features specimens from our collection tied to diseases like measles, diphtheria, hepatitis, and chickenpox that have been brought under control through immunization.

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We have enjoyed participating in the Blue Star Museums initiative by welcoming active-duty military personnel and their families all summer long. It may be time to go back to school, but know you are always welcome! Visit Wednesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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We are celebrating the legacy of Maj. Frederick Fuller Russell, a U.S. Army physician who played a role in developing the typhoid vaccine with the publication of a new Micrograph article: https://t.co/WzePOJgmE8

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Due to inclement weather, we've closed early today. Stay safe if you're out on the roads, and we'll see you next time!