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A short #coronavirus thread:U.S. #COVID19 cases are rapidly rising, w/ 50% of all States in red or orange zone. Cases don’t tell the whole story, but we could also hit

Just boarded my plane. Flight attendant stopped me to thank me for “trying hard to promote health.” Said “we are scared, but we are doing our best.” We spoke vaccines

(1/5) There’s been a lot of Q’s about recently, so this #SundaySpotlight on #publichealth is going to address some of the #FAQs I’ve been getting I talk about

There is a currently circulating MYTH suggesting masks don’t work to prevent spread of COVID-19. The myth uses a @CDCMMWR published Sept 11, 2020 to back the assertion.Ironically, the MMWR actually

(1/6) I still regularly get asked Qs about . Follow along to learn why you should #WearAMask, what to look for/avoid in one, and how to remove & clean it.

Wearing face coverings in most non medical situations isn’t to protect healthy wearers from #COVID19 -it’s to keep people w/ virus from spreading it to others. I wear my face

1/ There is no easy prescription to heal our Nation, or to take away the pain people are feeling. It’s a pain I too am experiencing- as a father, brother,

(1/6) A #SaturdayMorning thread this #MemorialDayWeekend to clarify some of the confusion on masks and face coverings. Follow along to get the facts & remember – I wear my mask

A reminder to all Americans- PLEASE always talk to your health provider first before administering any treatment/ medication to yourself or a loved one. Your safety is paramount, and doctors

1/n Here are my remarks from yesterday, when I discussed COVID19 (and chronic disparities like asthma, HTN), their roots in lack of opportunities for some communities, and how everyone needs

NOW at today's @WhiteHouse press briefing: I'm discussing the alarming trends we are observing regarding the impact of the #COVIDー19 pandemic on communities of color. Diseases like diabetes, hypertension, obesity

(1/6) This #SundaySpotlight on #PublicHealth, I want you to #MoveYourWay while doing your part to #StayHome. Here's a tip: grab or a pkg of flour & do squats or