Yesterday, HHS Deputy Secretary Andrea Palm and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Mandy Cohen visited an Atlanta-based pediatrics center to spotlight children's mental health and the importance of getting kids vaccinated as they head back-to-school. Their visit highlights HHS' commitment to supporting children's health, well-being, and their future. Here are some highlights from this impactful event.
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Healthy vision starts young! Promoting children's eye health sets the foundation for a lifetime of clear vision. Encourage children to engage in regular eye check-ups and speak up if their vision changes. To learn more: https://bit.ly/3yfzXPK
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Can a flu vaccine give you the flu? No, but it can give you added protection against flu’s worst outcomes! Make sure you're getting vaccinated every year to help avoid severe illness, hospitalization, and death from flu: cdc.gov/RiskLessDoMore
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Protege a tu bebé de una infección grave de las vías respiratorias durante sus primeros 6 meses. Pregúntale a tu doctor sobre los beneficios de vacunarte contra el VRS durante el embarazo: bit.ly/3X4HQ40
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This #NationalBreastfeedingMonth emphasizes the link between breastfeeding and oral health with patients. Remind parents and caregivers that sugars in breast milk can cause tooth decay. Encourage parents to visit the dentist when their baby first develops teeth or turns one—whichever comes first. For more resources and tips, visit A #HealthyMouth for Every Body: http://ms.spr.ly/6043lfTHb
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We’re excited to share Dia D. Harris's inspiring journey from North Philly’s Head Start program to becoming ACF’s first Chief Equity Officer. His #ChangeStory is a testament to perseverance, mentorship, and an unwavering commitment to #DEIA. Dive into his story and discover how he’s “lifting others as we climb” at HHS. 📖 Click the link to read Dia’s Change Story and more to see how we’re advancing #HealthEquity across the HHS: https://lnkd.in/dG3FbFrX #HHS #DEIA #Leadership #Inclusion #ACF #Community
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In the aftermath of a natural disaster, it is important to take care of your physical and emotional health. Strong feelings are normal during this time of turmoil. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has resources for coping with these feelings, including tips for helping children and teens through their own emotions. Read more at https://bit.ly/46A3U9E.
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Encourage your pregnant patients to protect their babies from serious respiratory tract infections during their first 6 months. Spread the word about the benefits of RSV vaccination during pregnancy: bit.ly/3WMYJi7
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Gastroparesis, a common form of Digestive Tract Paralysis, can significantly impact patients by slowing or stopping the movement of food from the stomach to the small intestine, leading to severe discomfort and complications. Stay informed and support your patients by exploring resources and the latest research: https://bit.ly/3WQNwyf
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🎧Interested in real-world evidence, real-world data, & how FDA continues to promote reliable evidence to support the safety & effectiveness of drug products? Listen to the latest “Q&A with FDA” podcast with Dr. Hilary Marston, FDA’s Chief Medical Officer: https://lnkd.in/gRPen-HS