Great energy at Fort Myer as @USArmy JAG and the U.S. Public Health Service teamed up for a joint workout challenge. @ADM_Christine and Major General Bobby Christine showcased their shared commitment to service, readiness, and fitness. Move with purpose, every day, for your health and for our nation’s strength.
Another Service Workout Wednesday—this time on the bikes. Training together as one USPHS Commissioned Corps through PHS Mission Fit so we’re ready in body, mind, and spirit to answer the call.
#ServiceWorkoutWednesday#PHSMissionFit
Today, we celebrate 137 years of the #USPHS Commissioned Corps! Our Public Health Service officers have answered the call wherever and whenever they were needed—from combating disease outbreaks to responding to hurricanes and countless other emergencies affecting communities across our nation. The USPHS Commissioned Corps remains one of America’s most reliable and ready #publichealth forces. #USPHSCC137
This holiday season, we recognize those working to protect the health and safety of our nation, especially those serving away from home. Thank you for your dedication. Wishing everyone a safe and healthy holiday.
Yesterday, @HHSgov approved the addition of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) and Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD) to the Recommended Uniform Screening Panel (RUSP) following scientific review and public comment. Early detection of both conditions allows children to receive FDA-approved therapies at the most effective time, helping to slow disease progression and preserve their quality of life.
Today, the HHS Assistant Secretary for Health launched PHS Mission Fit: a service-wide initiative to strengthen readiness, fitness & holistic wellness.
What’s new?
✔️ Focus on sleep, nutrition & mental readiness
✔️ Updated Public Health Fitness Test
✔️ Weekly structured exercise opportunities
✔️ Motivational challenges to build camaraderie and engagement
https://t.co/waCLt8MdbS
#PHSMissionFit #USPHS #ReadyRelevantResilient
DYK? LCDR Erin Kincaid, an environmental health officer with @CDCgov Vessel Sanitation Program, helps cruise ships prevent and control illness by inspections, training and reviewing constructions plans.
Read her #OfficerSpotlight story on https://t.co/vOKmY8pV6d on the Officer Spotlight tab
On #WorldEnvironmentalHealthDay, we spotlight LCDR Erin Kincaid, a #USPHS environmental health officer: “As Public Health Service officers, we make a lot of sacrifices. Being a small service, we make a huge impact in public health, and that is incredibly rewarding.”
There’s still time to apply to USPHS Commissioned Officer Student Training and Extern Program (COSTEP)! Submit your application by September 15! Click here to learn about the junior and senior COSTEP student programs, benefits and how to apply: https://t.co/9K9QczbtUw
Are you interested in USPHS student externship opportunities? JRCOSTEP is currently accepting applications from July 1 to September 15. Please visit https://t.co/9K9QczbtUw for more information.
Today @HHSgov leadership joined us in a flag ceremony to recognize 227 years of the Public Health Service, the origin of the #USPHS Commissioned Corps. Since 1798, our officers have been at forefront of our nation’s greatest health challenges & continue in the service of health.
Are you interested in USPHS student externship opportunities? SRCOSTEP is currently accepting applications from July 1 to September 15. Please visit https://t.co/9K9QczbtUw for more information.
DYK? In our Senior COSTEP, students entering their final year of graduate school or professional training get paid while in school in exchange for committing to enroll in the USPHS Commissioned Corps upon graduation. https://t.co/9K9QczbtUw
DYK? Students in health-related undergraduate, masters and doctoral programs can train alongside Public Health Service officers during their school breaks? Click here to learn more about the Junior COSTEP program and how you can apply! https://t.co/9K9QczbtUw
8 Steps to Become a U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps SRCOSTEP Officer! Get the latest details and submit your application by September 15.
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Our USPHS Commissioned Officer Student Training and Extern Program (COSTEP) application cycle is open!! Learn more about junior and senior COSTEP student programs, benefits and how to apply by visiting--->> https://t.co/9K9QczbtUw
During National Women’s Health Week, the Office of the Surgeon General leadership & #USPHS officers served as #NWHW Ambassadors to encourage women of all ages to focus on their whole health. https://t.co/UngrT7YlQj