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Ready or not, summer is here — and so is the sun and heat. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and dehydration is a real risk on hot days. But there are plenty of ways to protect yourself. Staying safe this summer can be simple. #HealthySummer #SunSafety #StayHydrated #SkinCancer #CDC

What's in your hiking bag? 🎒☀️🌿 Before you hit the trail this summer, make sure you're packing the essentials to stay safe. Too much sun exposure can cause skin cancer — the most common cancer in the United States. And tick bites can spread diseases like Lyme disease. The good news? A little preparation goes a long way. #HealthySummer #HikingHealth #SunSafety #FightTheBite #StayHydrated #Outdoors

Start with one short walk today. Move more to feel better, sleep better, and lower disease risk. #GetActive #MovingMatters #ActivePeopleHealthyNation

Tick-borne diseases are a growing public health threat. @CDCgov released a new MMWR on alpha-gal syndrome, a serious allergy to red meat and other mammal-derived products that can develop after certain tick bites. If you spend time outdoors, protect yourself from tick bites, check for ticks every day, and know the signs of tick-borne illnesses. Learn more in the latest MMWR: cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/7… We're also supporting innovation through LymeX—the world's largest public-private partnership for Lyme disease, led by HHS and the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation—to advance better diagnostics and improve care. Learn more here: lyme-x.org

E. coli Outbreak: 12 people sick in 2 states with 4 hospitalizations. Do not eat recalled Frozen GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries with best by date Feb 9, 2028. See the notice for full details: cdc.gov/ecoli/outbreak…

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 stronger, healthier nation. Together, let's Make America Healthy Again.

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 training 2 days/week. 🧠 Support your mental health. Positive mental health is linked to better overall health and well-being. 😴 Get enough sleep. Get at least 7 hours/night. A regular schedule makes it easier, even on weekends. Your long-term health is built one small, consistent choice at a time. Your future self will thank you! #MensHealth #GetActive #HealthyHabits #SleepHealth #MentalHealth #MoveMore

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 isolation - Lack of access to health care - Intimate partner or family relationship problems Preventing suicide begins long before someone is experiencing a crisis. Connection and emotional support matter. Here's what you can do. #MensHealth #SuicidePrevention #CommunitySupport

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 cdc.gov/sti/testing #MensHealth #KnowYourStatus #HIVTesting #SexualHealth

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. cdc.gov/soccer/index.h… #SoccerSafetyUSA

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 throughout the year as we share stories, photos, and milestones from CDC's history. #CDC80 #PublicHealth

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 protect your heart could save your life. #MensHealth #HeartHealth #HeartDisease #KnowYourRisk

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. #MensHealth #ProstateCancer #KnowYourRisk #CancerPrevention

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

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 with healthier soil. This Executive Order expands support for regenerative agriculture, invests in research to better understand cumulative chemical exposures, and empowers America's farmers to grow a healthier, more abundant, and more affordable food supply. We can't Make America Healthy Again without America's farmers.

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 that occur outside of our borders. I am grateful for the world-class team at CDC whose dedication and swift action helped identify potential exposures, provide clear guidance, and protect the American people.

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! 🇺🇸

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 summer, put down the phone and reconnect with nature, family, and community. It's time to Take Back Your Health. Eat Real Food. Get Active. Together, we will Make America Healthy Again.

Salmonella Outbreak Update: 513 people sick, 134 hospitalized with 1 death, in 42 states and Puerto Rico from contact with backyard poultry. Backyard poultry can carry Salmonella germs that can make you sick. Take steps to keep yourself and your flock healthy. cdc.gov/salmonella/out…