Official Twitter account for the USPHS PACE program providing prevention education. (RT, follows ≠ endorsements)

Washington, DC
Joined June 2018
The glare and heat of the sun, motion of the vessel caused by wind and waves, and the noise and vibration of the engine all ave a large impact on your body. These natural stressors make you tire more rapidly, regardless of your age or level of fitness. Be aware and take care!
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Message from the Acting U.S. Surgeon General.
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USPHS-PACE retweeted
The @Surgeon_General has an important message as we head into the #4thofJuly weekend: There are simple steps each of us can take to protect ourselves and our loved ones and to slow the spread. #COVIDStopsWithMe
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Say it with me, America: #COVIDStopsWithMe. #COVID19
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As America’s Health Responders, these #USPHS #CommissionedCorps officers are bringing care, compassion, and hope to patients who are severely ill and suffering from this infectious disease. #COVID19 hhs.gov/about/news/2020/03/0…
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In support of the national efforts to control the spread of the #coronavirus, our #USPHS officers have been deployed to provide expert outbreak response. We will remain steadfast on this mission until this public health emergency is controlled. #StandReady
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Today, I had the privilege of volunteering alongside fellow #USPHS #CommissionedCorps officers at @ramusaorg in #Baltimore helping underserved communities with health services & health education.
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Today, FDA announced the launch of its first youth e-cigarette prevention television ads to educate kids about the dangers of e-cig use. FDA also plans new posters and lesson plans for schools across the U.S. fda.gov/news-events/press-an…
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USPHS-PACE retweeted
Before #TropicalStormBarry makes landfall, @SecAzar declared a #PublicHealth Emergency and @HHSgov disaster responders began deploying medical professionals, equipment & supplies to help protect health & #SaveLives. hhs.gov/about/news/2019/07/1… #Barry
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Our #USPHS Commissioned Corps officers are trained and called upon to respond to national emergencies, natural disasters and other public health crises. We are ready to serve anywhere, anytime, to protect the health of our nation.
We declared a public health emergency today in Louisiana ahead of #Barry. We are working closely with state health and emergency management officials to anticipate the communities’ healthcare needs and be ready to meet them. hhs.gov/about/news/2019/07/1… #TropicalStormBarry
At today’s #PACHA meeting I announced that my office is standing up a new team of highly qualified #CommissionedCorps members to support our regional Ending the HIV Epidemic efforts in Atlanta, Dallas and LA. hiv.gov/blog/pace-announceme…
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.@MinorityHealth just released a new cultural competency online program for behavioral health professionals. Earn free CEUs while improving your interactions with clients from diverse backgrounds. Visit thinkculturalhealth.hhs.gov/… #ThinkCulturalHealth
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Godspeed to our #USPHS #CommissionedCorps – America’s Health Responders – who will play a vital role in responding to the humanitarian crisis in #Venezuela.
Replying to @SecAzar
I am proud that members of the U.S. Public Health Service #CommissionedCorps, @HHSgov's uniformed service, will be shipping out on the USNS Comfort to assist in its work. Thanks to them and to all those serving on this important mission. #USPHSCC
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Thank you @SecAzar for sending our #USPHS #CommissionedCorps Officers off! Our officers are ready to deploy at a moment’s notice and provide a wide variety of care to those in need! I'm so proud to lead the Corps!
Replying to @SecAzar
I am proud that members of the U.S. Public Health Service #CommissionedCorps, @HHSgov's uniformed service, will be shipping out on the USNS Comfort to assist in its work. Thanks to them and to all those serving on this important mission. #USPHSCC
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USPHS-PACE retweeted
I am proud that members of the U.S. Public Health Service #CommissionedCorps, @HHSgov's uniformed service, will be shipping out on the USNS Comfort to assist in its work. Thanks to them and to all those serving on this important mission. #USPHSCC
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#TBT to spending some time with @USPHS_PACE last week! The PACE program partners with communities to promote health!
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Since its creation, the #CommissionedCorps has served the nation to decrease mortality & morbidity in the areas of vaccination, safer work places, motor-vehicle safety, healthier mothers & babies, control of infectious diseases, & major national disasters like hurricanes. #NPHW
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As we observe National Public Health Week, I would like to acknowledge the major contributions the #USPHS #CommissionedCorps has made to protect, promote and advance the health and safety of our nation. #NPHW
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This past year, the #USPHS #CommissionedCorps deployed more than 1,000 officers, alongside personnel from the National Disaster Medical System and across @HHSgov, to respond to hurricanes, wildfires, typhoons - even a volcanic eruption! Our officers are always serving!
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