Mississippi State Department of Health

News and updates from the Mississippi State Department of Health

[Mississippi State Department of Health @msdh]

☀️ Summer fun starts with water safety 🏊

Always supervise children around water, wear life jackets when appropriate, and never swim alone. Taking simple precautions can help prevent drowning and keep your family safe this summer. 💙

Learn more: https://t.co/kxSTfpUZPJ

[Mississippi State Department of Health @msdh]

Keep moving 💪 Small steps like walking, stretching or staying active throughout the day can lead to better health over time. Stay consistent and keep going.

Stay up to date on the MSDH Healthy Mobile App and at https://t.co/QYXi2ihIdQ

#HealthyMS #KeepMoving

[Mississippi State Department of Health @msdh]

📱 Now Available: Self Scheduling Through MyChart

Choose appointment times that work for you without waiting in line or calling during business hours.

Learn more:
https://t.co/z6RbLZ8cui

Stay up to date on the MSDH Healthy Mobile App and at https://t.co/QYXi2ihIdQ

#HealthyMS

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💙 About 20% of birthing parents experience depression during or after pregnancy. You’re not alone.

Talk to your provider and find support.

Take the first step: https://t.co/SOYvbiYurl 🤍

#HealthyMS #HealthCantWait #MaternalMentalHealth #YouAreNotAlone

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It’s Older Americans Month 💙 Staying active at any age supports independence, strength and overall health. Even small movements can improve quality of life.

Learn more: https://t.co/IQTLozKHlu

Stay up to date on the MSDH Healthy Mobile App and at https://t.co/QYXi2ihIdQ

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We’re hiring! Join MSDH and help protect and improve the health of all Mississippians. From public health to clinical care, administration, and community outreach—your work will make a real difference.

See current openings and apply today: https://t.co/NXztJPJptQ

#HealthyMS

[Mississippi State Department of Health @msdh]

Healthy habits don’t happen overnight ✔️ Stay consistent with movement, nutrition and self-care. Small daily choices can make a big difference over time.

Stay up to date on the MSDH Healthy Mobile App and at https://t.co/QYXi2ihIdQ

#HealthyMS #HealthyHabits

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May is Older Americans Month 🩺 Preventive care helps you stay healthier longer. Regular checkups and screenings can detect health issues early. Take time to prioritize your health.

Learn more: https://t.co/IQTLozKHlu

#HealthyMS #OlderAmericansMonth

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💙 Postpartum psychosis affects about 1 to 2 in 1,000 births and is a medical emergency. If you notice sudden confusion or unusual behavior, seek help immediately.

Learn more: https://t.co/SOYvbiYurl

#HealthyMS #HealthCantWait #PostpartumPsychosis

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Don’t miss this episode 🎧

Maternal mental health matters 💗 You are not alone.

Listen now: https://t.co/zYmnuE5Bop

Stay up to date on the MSDH Healthy Mobile App and at https://t.co/QYXi2ihIdQ

#HealthyMS #MaternalMentalHealth

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🇺🇸 In observance of Memorial Day, Mississippi State Department of Health offices will be closed Monday, May 25.

We honor and remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. ❤️🤍💙

https://t.co/QYXi2ihIdQ

#HealthyMS

[Mississippi State Department of Health @msdh]

☀️ Water safety starts with staying alert.

👀 Watch kids and pets closely
🚧 Keep pools fenced
🦺 Wear life jackets in lakes, rivers, and oceans, even for strong swimmers

Learn more about water safety and healthy swimming: https://t.co/wTL95aANsn

[Mississippi State Department of Health @msdh]

📱 Now Available: Self Scheduling Through MyChart

Choose appointment times that work for you without waiting in line or calling during business hours.

Learn more:
https://t.co/z6RbLZ8cui

Stay up to date on the MSDH Healthy Mobile App and at https://t.co/QYXi2ihIdQ

#HealthyMS

[Mississippi State Department of Health @msdh]

🚑 EMS is more than ambulances and emergency response.

EMS personnel, hospitals, dispatchers, and emergency care teams work together every day to help save lives across Mississippi.

Learn more: https://t.co/Cb4Xyvy4ck

#EMSWeek #HealthyMS

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It’s Older Americans Month 💙 Staying connected with friends, family and community can improve mental and emotional health as we age. Reach out, stay engaged and support one another.

Learn more: https://t.co/IQTLozKHlu

#HealthyMS #OlderAmericansMonth

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💙 Less than 15% of women seek treatment for maternal mental health conditions. You don’t have to go through it alone. Start here: https://t.co/SOYvbiYurl

Stay up to date on the MSDH Healthy Mobile App and at https://t.co/QYXi2ihIdQ

#HealthyMS #MaternalMentalHealth

[Mississippi State Department of Health @msdh]

We’re hiring! Join MSDH and help protect and improve the health of all Mississippians. From public health to clinical care, administration, and community outreach—your work will make a real difference.

See current openings and apply today: https://t.co/NXztJPJptQ

#HealthyMS

[Mississippi State Department of Health @msdh]

💦 Healthy swimming habits help keep pools and splash pads safer this summer.

✔️ Don’t swallow pool water
✔️ Stay home when sick
✔️ Shower before swimming
✔️ Take bathroom breaks
✔️ Stay out of splash pads when sick

Learn more about healthy swimming: https://t.co/wTL95aANsn

[Mississippi State Department of Health @msdh]

🚑 Interested in becoming an EMT or Paramedic?

Explore EMS certification, training, and continuing education opportunities through MSDH:
https://t.co/Cb4Xyvy4ck

#EMSWeek #HealthyMS

[Mississippi State Department of Health @msdh]

📺 The Pitt finale highlighted a real issue many moms face every day. Severe headaches, swelling, heavy bleeding, vision changes, chest pain, or decreased baby movement should never be ignored. Prenatal and postpartum care can save lives. 💙

Learn more: https://t.co/7XonwN9pSy