This #ValentinesDay give yourself the gift of health and wellness by taking advantage of preventive care at no extra cost to you. Preventive care such as cervical cancer screenings, mammograms, STI & HIV screenings are vital to help us live our healthiest lives. #CareWomenDeserve
Since its beginning, MIECHV has moved home visiting to another level of evidence-based policy and programming. Simply stated, MIECHV programs have evidence of effectiveness. We must get this reauthorized soon! #homevisitingworks#RenewMIECHV
MIECHV reauthorization for 5 years with bolstered funding is a simple first response and a proactive line of offense to protect the health of welfare of children and families. #homevisitingworks#RenewMIECHV
Folic acid is B vitamin that every cell in our body needs for normal growth and development. It helps our body produce and maintain new cells, and helps prevent changes to DNA that may lead to cancer. #FolicAcidAwarenessWeek
Did you know that serious birth defects, such as spina bifida and anencephaly, can be prevented if women take folic acid daily BEFORE pregnancy? Take the recommended 400 mcg of folic acid daily for beautiful hair, skin, and nails - & to prevent birth defects. #Prevent2Protect
In our work and in our living, we must recognize that difference is a reason for celebration and growth, rather than a reason for destruction. — Audre Lorde #BGIO
@ManuelaThomas_@carisls The health system delivery "Santé" project provides direct support to health facilities throughout Haiti and so all positions are based in-country. Keep the questions coming & share these great jobs! https://t.co/XKVgzATtVz
CDC has a long-standing history of making public health and budget decisions that are based on the best available science and data and for the benefit of all people—and we will continue to do so.
You may be understandably concerned about recent media reports alleging that CDC is banned from using certain words in budget documents. I want to assure you that CDC remains committed to our public health mission as a science- and evidence-based institution.
Congratulations to @GDouglasJones on this great victory. We stand with him, and with survivors who are hopefully a little reassured that predators and abusers – even ones with friends in the White House – will be held accountable. #NoMoore