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PA Department of Health

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Extreme heat is the deadliest weather hazard in the U.S. ⚠️☀️ Take it seriously: 🧠 Know the signs of heat illness. 🏃‍♀️ Be ready to act if you or someone else is getting sick. 🦵 Feeling crampy in the heat? Take action to cool down right away. It's often the first sign of heat

Extreme heat is the deadliest weather hazard in the U.S. ⚠️☀️

Take it seriously:
🧠 Know the signs of heat illness.
🏃‍♀️ Be ready to act if you or someone else is getting sick.
🦵 Feeling crampy in the heat? Take action to cool down right away. It's often the first sign of heat
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Men die on average 6 years earlier than women—often from preventable causes. During #MensHealthMonth, let’s raise awareness about the behavioral health challenges men face & how we can support them. Find help for yourself or others: findsupport.gov

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Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen recently attended the Central PA Regional Rural Health Summit at Juniata College. It provided an opportunity for health care & community partners to discuss rural health challenges, identify resources, find creative solutions & make connections

Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen recently attended the Central PA Regional Rural Health Summit at Juniata College. It provided an opportunity for health care & community partners to discuss rural health challenges, identify resources, find creative solutions & make connections
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If you or someone you know is at increased risk for opioid overdose, especially those experiencing opioid use disorder, you should carry #naloxone & keep it at home. #NaloxoneSavesLives

If you or someone you know is at increased risk for opioid overdose, especially those experiencing opioid use disorder, you should carry #naloxone & keep it at home. #NaloxoneSavesLives
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#WIC serves the following PA residents: · Pregnant women · Breastfeeding women, for up to 1 year postpartum · Women up to 6 months postpartum, who are not breastfeeding · Infants & children under 5 years old, including foster children Visit pawic.com for more info.

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Too hot at home🌡️? If you don't have air conditioning, visit a friend or family member with AC—or head to your local library or mall to #BeatTheHeat.

Too hot at home🌡️? If you don't have air conditioning, visit a friend or family member with AC—or head to your local library or mall to #BeatTheHeat.
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Serious sunburns, especially during childhood, can increase risk of developing melanoma. Be sure to use sunscreen with SPF 15+ on yourself & your family. Reapply every 2 hours or after swimming, sweating or toweling off!☀️🧴

Serious sunburns, especially during childhood, can increase risk of developing melanoma. Be sure to use sunscreen with SPF 15+ on yourself & your family. Reapply every 2 hours or after swimming, sweating or toweling off!☀️🧴
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Hot weather can lead to serious heat-related illnesses, like heat exhaustion & heat stroke. #BePrepared✅ to #BeatTheHeat🔥↓ 💦 stay hydrated 🚫 avoid alcohol 🏠 stay cool in AC 🕙 limit time outside 🎽 wear light, loose clothing 👵🏼 check on older family & neighbors

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Many family members take care of loved ones with with Alzheimer’s disease. A care plan can help caregivers better manage their caregiving responsibilities + their personal lives. Find support & resources to help navigate caregiving: bit.ly/457lEut

Many family members take care of loved ones with with Alzheimer’s disease. A care plan can help caregivers better manage their caregiving responsibilities + their personal lives. Find support & resources to help navigate caregiving: bit.ly/457lEut
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If you think you might be sick with mpox, see a healthcare provider as soon as you can. Most people with mpox recover fully in 2-4 weeks without special medicines, but there are ways to treat your symptoms at home. Learn more + what to do if you are sick: bit.ly/4kuXkY8

If you think you might be sick with mpox, see a healthcare provider as soon as you can. Most people with mpox recover fully in 2-4 weeks without special medicines, but there are ways to treat your symptoms at home. Learn more + what to do if you are sick: bit.ly/4kuXkY8
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DYK? Sunglasses not only protect your eyes from UV rays, they also reduce your risk of cataracts & protect the tender skin around your eyes from the sun. Make sure you're wearing 😎 that block both UVA/UVB rays!☀️ #HealthyVision

DYK? Sunglasses not only protect your eyes from UV rays, they also reduce your risk of cataracts & protect the tender skin around your eyes from the sun. Make sure you're wearing 😎 that block both UVA/UVB rays!☀️ #HealthyVision
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There are more options than ever to get tested for HIV— Find FREE & fast HIV, STD and hepatitis testing near you or by mail: bit.ly/3CjSzfz #HIVTestingDay

There are more options than ever to get tested for HIV— Find FREE & fast HIV, STD and hepatitis testing near you or by mail: bit.ly/3CjSzfz #HIVTestingDay
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Regular physical activity can help you live independently, have a better quality of life & prevent or manage chronic disease as you age. Find ways to add regular physical activity into your daily routine!

Regular physical activity can help you live independently, have a better quality of life & prevent or manage chronic disease as you age. Find ways to add regular physical activity into your daily routine!