Purr-fect your movement routine by staying physically active! 🏋️ 💪 Moving your body helps to improve your health and: 💠 Gets your heart rate up 💠 Build muscle 💠 Keeps your bones strong 📲 Learn more: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CFH/DMCAH/NUPA/Pages/Physical-Activity-as-a-Family.aspx#together

Add these things to today’s do-to list. 🌟 Go outside. 🏃 Move your body. 💉 Get your flu and COVID-19 vaccines (and RSV if you’re eligible). As the weather cools down, respiratory viruses heat up! Make sure you’re protected. 📲 Visit MyTurn.ca.gov

November is Native American Heritage Month—a time to listen, learn, and honor Tribal Nations. CDPH partners with Tribes to address health disparities, preserve culture, and support climate resilience. 📲 https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OHE/Pages/Climate-Health-Equity/Local-Assistance-Tribes.aspx

While you can’t change certain risk factors, you can take steps to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes: 🏃🏻‍♀️Increase physical activity 💧Avoid added sugars 💪🏼Maintain a healthy weight 🥗Eat nutritious foods 🧘🏻‍♀Reduce stress 😴Get enough sleep 📲 Learn more: www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCD...

California continues to follow the science. COVID-19 vaccines work & they’re safe. CDPH continues to recommends everyone age 6 months & older should have access & the choice to receive COVID-19 vaccines.  📲 Learn more:  https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/Covid19Vaccines.aspx 

Dr. Erica Pan, California’s State Public Health Officer, is a pediatrician who sees firsthand how vaccines are safe and prevent disease. She vaccinates herself and her family. Get your flu and COVID-19 vaccines today (and RSV if eligible). 📲 Visit MyTurn.ca.gov. #FightTheFlu #StayHealthy

Don’t let sick days prevent you from doing what you love. Make sure the whole family, including everyone 6 months and older, is vaccinated against flu. The flu vaccine is available now. 📲 Visit MyTurn.ca.gov to schedule your vaccine appointments.

¡WIC de California está abierto! 1️⃣ Sigue usando tus beneficios de WIC 2️⃣ Asiste a tus citas de WIC 3️⃣ Mantente en contacto con tu oficina local de WIC 📢 ¡Mantente informado! Consulta el estado de los servicios de WIC a través del sitio web MyFamily o la aplicación California WIC.

California WIC is open! 1️⃣ Keep using your WIC benefits. 2️⃣ Attend your WIC appointments. 3️⃣ Stay in contact with your local WIC office. 📢 Stay Informed! Check the status of WIC services through the MyFamily website or the California WIC App. #CaliforniaWIC #WIC #GovernmentShutdown

As a major storm moves through California this week, remember that simple steps save lives. Stay informed & prepared, and sign up for local emergency alerts now at listoscalifornia.org/alerts. 📲 Learn more at ready.ca.gov. #CAwx #California

¿Planeas viajar para las fiestas? Vacúnate contra los virus respiratorios de invierno: gripe, COVID-19 y VRS. Consejos: Usa mascarilla en aeropuertos y aviones. Lávate seguido las manos. Cúbrete la boca al toser o estornudar 📲 Infórmate: go.cdph.ca.gov/respiratory-viruses

Planning some travel for the holidays? Make sure you’re vaccinated against winter respiratory viruses – flu, COVID-19 and RSV. More tips include: Wear a mask in airports and planes. Wash your hands frequently. Cover your cough or sneeze. 📲 Learn more: go.cdph.ca.gov/respiratory-viruses

Reduce your risk for preterm birth: ⭐ Get early and consistent prenatal care ⭐ Avoid smoking ⭐ Avoid alcohol and drugs 📲 Let's support parents-to-be to help give babies a healthy start in life. https://www.cdc.gov/maternal-infant-health/preterm-birth/ #PrematurityAwarenessMonth

Aunque el riesgo de contraer mpox es bajo, el virus sigue propagándose en California. Mpox se transmite a través de relaciones sexuales, contacto íntimo y contacto piel con piel. Vacúnate contra el mpox si corren riesgo de contragiarse mpox. 📲 go.cdph.ca.gov/mpox

Though risk of mpox is low, the virus is still spreading in CA. Mpox is spread through sex, intimate contact (such as massage & cuddling) and skin-to-skin contact. Get both doses of the mpox vaccine if you or your sex partner(s) may be at risk for mpox 📲Learn more: Go.cdph.ca.gov/mpox

Early detection and management of gestational diabetes can help ensure a healthy pregnancy & baby. Talk to your health care provider. Testing for gestational diabetes is usually between 24-28 weeks, or earlier if needed. 📲 https://go.cdph.ca.gov/diabetes-and-pregnancy #GestationalDiabetes

Happy One Health Day! CDPH works to protect the health of Californians, animals, and our environment—investigating foodborne illnesses, ensuring water safety, preventing zoonotic diseases and tackling challenges with partner agencies. 📲 https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CEH/Pages/One-Health.aspx

🕰️Time to fall back and jump into a healthy sleep routine! ⏰ Here are some tips to help you adjust to the time change: ✨ Be consistent with your bedtime 🌙 Make sure your room is quiet, dark & relaxing 🍽 Avoid large meals close to bedtime 📲Learn more: cdph.ca.gov #DaylightSavings #SleepTips

Vaccines = protection. For you, your family, and your community. 🛡️ They’re safe. They work. And they save lives. 👶👵 When more people are vaccinated, we all stay safer. That’s community immunity. 👉 Make your appointment at myturn.ca.gov #VaccinesWork #PublicHealth #CDPH

Community voices matter! Lived experiences shaped California’s Public Health Roadmap for Firearm Violence Prevention. This report reflects what communities say they need to feel safe. Explore what’s working, what’s needed & to make a difference. 🔗 Learn more: www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCD...

Since 1980, the California Newborn Screening Program has helped save and improve the lives of babies born with serious but treatable conditions. 📲 Learn more at https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CFH/DGDS/Pages/nbs/default.aspx #CANewbornScreening

Blood-sucking ticks are out to bite in the fall & winter. Protect yourself & the whole family this season: 💠Use repellent 💠Treat pets with a tick control product 💠Check for ticks after coming indoors 📲 Learn more: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/TickBorneDiseasePrevention.aspx

👻 Don’t ghost your flu vaccine this Halloween! Flu spreads fast and can lead to serious illness. A yearly flu vaccine is the best way to stay protected. ✔️ Ages 6 months+ ✔️ Can get with COVID/RSV 📲 Book now: https://myturn.ca.gov #FluShot #FightTheFlu

As the federal government shutdown disrupts critical food benefits, food banks across the state are available to assist Californians in need. Dial 2-1-1 to speak with someone about services available in your area, or find a local food bank near you at cafoodbanks.org/our-members.

Nothing has changed with COVID-19 recommendations for adults 65+. Older adults still face the highest risk from COVID-19. COVID-19 vaccines continue to be safe & effective. Stay up to date on your vaccines. 📲 Learn more:  https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/Covid19Vaccines.aspx 

Happy National Cat Day! 🐈 🎃 Treat cats gently when petting them & avoid tricks like bites & scratches. If you’re bitten by a cat, wash the bite area with soap & flush with running water. 📲 Learn more about preventing animal bites: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/AnimalBites.aspx

Watch for any open wounds or sores on your pet & keep them clean & covered. In Mexico and Central/South America, New World screwworm fly maggots can infest open wounds & body openings in animals. 📲 https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/one-health/veterinarians-and-public-health/new-world-screwworm

Kids can mistake cannabis edibles for regular candy & eat them by accident. If a child eats or drinks cannabis, call the California Poison Control hotline: 1-800-222-1222. In case of an emergency, call 911. 📲 https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/sapb/cannabis/Pages/Cannabis-Safety-Measures.aspx

Decorative contact lenses are popular around Halloween but don’t be tricked! Contact lenses sold without a prescription can harm your eyes. If you choose to wear them, get a prescription to avoid harm. 📲 https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/contact-lenses/decorative-contact-lenses-halloween-and-more

ICYMI: CalHHS leaders share updates on HR 1 efforts in California and the rural health transformation opportunity. 📺 youtube.com/live/DgYyPSkmkHQ

👻 Say boo to the flu! Halloween season means it’s time for your flu vaccine. And make sure you’re up to date on all your respiratory virus season vaccines: flu, COVID-19 and RSV. 📲 Contact your doctor, pharmacy or visit MyTurn.ca.gov. #FluShot #FightTheFlu

Don't let sick days steal work days! Make sure the whole family, including everyone 6 months and older, is vaccinated against flu. The flu vaccine is available now. 📲 Visit MyTurn.ca.gov to schedule your vaccine appointments.

Daylight savings ends this weekend so don’t forget to set your clocks back an hour on Sunday, 11/2. Be prepared with these tips: ✨ Shift your sleep schedule gradually 🌙 Avoid caffeine in the afternoons and evenings 🍽 Try wearing a sleep mask 📲Learn more: cdph.ca.gov #DaylightSavings #SleepTips

Spooky season doesn’t have to be scary for your health! 👻🎃 Make this Halloween a safe one by following these tips: 🕯️ Stay up to date on vaccines 🕯️ Stay home and test if you are sick 🕯️ Wash your hands frequently 📲 https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Respiratory-Viruses/Home.aspx

📆 Today is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.! Prevent drug misuse and overdose by cleaning out your medicine cabinet and properly disposing medications you no longer need. 📲 Find a collection site near you: dea.gov/takebackday

🧵1/6 🚨 CDPH is warning consumers about products containing kratom and 7-hyrdroxymitragynine, known as 7-OH. This potent opioid has been linked to serious harm and fatal overdoses in LA County. These products are illegal to sell online or in stores. 🔗: www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA...

🎶 Frankie Says... GET VAXXED! 💉🐾 Melinda McRae, CDPH Assistant Deputy Director of Communications, & her adorable pup Frankie just made a pit stop at the pharmacy for their flu & COVID-19 vaccines. 📲Schedule your vaccine appointment at myturn.ca.gov #FrankieSaysGetVaxxed #FluShot #COVIDVaccine

Don’t let respiratory viruses slow you down this cold & flu season. Now's the time to get vaccines for flu, RSV (if eligible) & COVID-19. 📲 Visit MyTurn.ca.gov to schedule your vaccines or talk with a health care provider.

The science hasn’t changed. COVID-19 vaccines have saved millions of lives. CDPH continues to recommend that everyone age 6 months and older should have access and the choice to receive COVID-19 vaccines.  📲 Learn more:  https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/Covid19Vaccines.aspx 

Next week, CalHHS will host a webinar on the latest efforts to address H.R. 1's impacts on safety-net programs in California and provide an update on the state’s application for the Rural Health Transformation Program: https://bit.ly/4qjEoip

New World screwworm fly maggots can infest animals & people in Mexico & Central/South America. If you’re traveling, keep skin wounds covered & use bug repellent to keep flies away. 📲 https://www.cdc.gov/new-world-screwworm/about/index.html

¿Los miembros de tu comunidad prefieren Latino, Latine, Latinx u otro término? CDPH está encuestando para entender mejor cómo prefieren identificarse las comunidades latinas de California. Responde aquí a una encuesta de 10 minutos: forms.office.com/g/pSuC7NaNu9

Do your community members prefer Latino, Latine, Latinx or something else? We want to hear from you to better understand identity preferences in California’s Latino communities. Take the 10-minute survey at forms.office.com/g/pSuC7NaNu9 #communityfeedback #CDPHSurvey #healthequity

Asegúrate de que tu bebé menor de 1 año tenga un espacio seguro donde dormir. Sigue las indicaciones del “ABC”: 💠Acostado solo 💠Boca arriba 💠En una cuna, moisés, o corralito sin almohadas, mantas, o juguetes 📲 go.cdph.ca.gov/safesleep #DormirDeFormaSeguraCA

Pregnant? New parent? Looking for care for your baby? Be sure there is a safe space for your baby under 1 year old to sleep. Follow the ABCs of safe sleep: 💠Alone 💠On their back 💠In a crib, bassinet or pack 'n play with no pillows, blankets or toys 📲Learn more: go.cdph.ca.gov/safesleep

With school, work and life, you don’t have time to be sick! Make sure the whole family, including everyone 6 months and older, is vaccinated against flu. The flu vaccine is available now. 📲 Visit MyTurn.ca.gov to schedule your vaccine appointments.

It’s Teen Driver Safety Week! Teen drivers have the power to stay safe behind the wheel. Before driving: 💠Put distractions away 💠Secure your seat belt 💠Remove ear buds While driving: ✅Focus on the road ✅Keep two hands on the wheel ✅Follow all traffic laws 📲 www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCD...

📢 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Domestic violence (DV) includes: 🚩 Stalking 🚩 Humiliating behaviors 🚩 Financial abuse Anyone can be a survivor of DV. Learn the signs so we can create safer communities for everyone. 📎 Learn more: https://www.loveisrespect.org/

📆 Saturday, Oct 25, is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.! Prevent drug misuse and overdose by cleaning out your medicine cabinet and properly disposing medications you no longer need. 📲 Find a collection site near you: dea.gov/takebackday

Costume ideas are plentiful, but safety comes first! 🎃😷 Wearing a high-quality mask provides some hauntingly good protection against respiratory viruses like flu, COVID-19 and RSV. 📲 Learn more: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Respiratory-Viruses/When-and-Why-to-Wear-a-Mask.aspx