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Joined May 2010

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Secretary Kennedy
@SecKennedy
Jul 4
As America celebrates 250 years of independence, the Trump Administration is working to restore one of our most fundamental freedoms: the freedom that comes with being healthy. This Independence Day, Take Back Your Health. Eat Real Food. Get Active. Join us in building a
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CDC
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Jul 3
Daily choices are the building blocks of your future health. Pick one of these healthy goals to focus on for the next week: 🥦 Eat well. Limit foods with unhealthy fats, added sugars, and excess sodium. 🚶 Move more. Aim for 150 minutes of moderate activity per week + strength
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Jul 3
The suicide rate for men is about four times higher than the rate for women. Some factors that may increase the likelihood of suicide can include: - History of depression, trauma and other mental health difficulties - Financial problems, job loss, or legal issues - Social
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CDC
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Jul 2
HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can have no symptoms. Getting tested is the only way to know for sure. Take charge of your sexual health. Ask a health care provider which HIV and STI tests are right for you and how often you should get tested. → Learn more at
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CDC Emergency
@CDCemergency
Jul 2
Beat the heat and keep your fan energy high by staying shaded, sipping often, and cooling down like a champ so the sun doesn’t steal your spotlight. ☀️💧 Play it smart when temps go on the attack and stay cool from kickoff to extra time so every cheer counts.
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CDC
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Jul 1
This is 80. Today marks 80 years since CDC officially opened its doors. What began in 1946 on one floor of a small building in Atlanta with a mission to help stop malaria from spreading across the nation has grown into eight decades of public health service. Follow along
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CDC
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Jul 1
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men in the United States — and about 1 in 5 heart attacks are silent, meaning the person isn't even aware it's happening. Knowing the warning signs of a heart attack, your risk factors for heart disease, and steps you can take to
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CDC
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Jun 30
All men are at risk for prostate cancer. Your risk is higher if you are older in age, African American, or have a family history of prostate cancer. Knowing your risk, your family health history, and talking to your doctor can help you make the best decision for your health.
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CDC
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Jun 30
CDC continues to track H5 bird flu globally. Read a summary of human cases of H5 #birdflu reported since August 2025, the date of the agency’s last update. Most cases were linked to direct or close contact with infected sick or dead poultry. tinyurl.com/47wd7m4h
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Secretary Kennedy
@SecKennedy
Jun 26
Thank you, @POTUS, for signing this landmark Executive Order to scale regenerative agriculture and advance the Make America Healthy Again agenda. On Thursday, @SecRollins and I joined President Trump alongside America's leading regenerative farmers because healthier food starts
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CDC
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Jun 24
CDC Acting Director Jay Bhattacharya: Protecting Americans is our highest responsibility. CDC’s hantavirus response officially concludes today, June 24, 2026. This response demonstrates the strength of a coordinated effort to detect and defend against infectious disease threats
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Secretary Kennedy
@SecKennedy
Jun 19
Honored to join fans from around the world at today’s FIFA match in Seattle with @SecretaryWright. Sports unite people across cultures and borders, inspire teamwork and healthy competition, and strengthen communities. Go @USMNT! 🇺🇸
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Secretary Kennedy
@SecKennedy
Jun 19
America faces more than a chronic disease epidemic that threatens our physical health. We also face a spiritual malaise that undermines our mental health. Our children are increasingly isolated, fragmented, and anxious, spending more than 8.5 hours a day on screens. This
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