Infections can put you and your loved ones at risk for a life-threatening condition called sepsis. Some people are at higher risk, including children younger than one.

This #PediatricSepsisWeek , know the signs and symptoms of sepsis: bit.ly/3vFjMcS

Each year, National Infant Immunization Week ( #NIIW ) celebrates the critical role vaccination plays in protecting the health of our children and families. Together, we have the power to protect: cdc.gov/vaccines/paren…

Happy #EarthDay ! A healthy Earth directly impacts our health (bit.ly/3D0t96q). Let’s protect our 🌏 so we can have a healthier and happier home for our future generations. #EarthDay 2024

It’s #NationalInfertilityAwaressWeek , which was created to empower you and change the conversation around #infertility !

Learn more today: bit.ly/36u76ZK #NIAW2024

Sexually transmitted infections are NOT inevitable – they can be prevented! Use these tips for talking to your partner(s) and healthcare provider. bit.ly/3NSM48e #SaferSexGamePlan #STIweek

Everyone feels worried, anxious, sad, or stressed sometimes. Here are tips to help reduce #Stress in 🔟 minutes and improve your well-being: bit.ly/3vOoV2H #Stress AwarenessMonth

Need a #SexualHealth conversation icebreaker? Add the Conversation Badge to your dating profile to signal that STI prevention and sexual wellness matters to you: bit.ly/3DwIFHd #SaferSexGamePlan #STIweek

Spring is the time of year when many things change—including the weather. It is important to be prepared for thunderstorms, lightning, tornadoes, and floods.
#PrepYourHealth by practicing #SpringSafety : bit.ly/3khs6pe.

#COVID19 vaccination remains the best protection against COVID-19-related hospitalization and death for those who are pregnant, breastfeeding, trying to get pregnant now, or those who might become pregnant in the future.

Learn more: bit.ly/3PIx3ri

Getting screened for colorectal cancer may not sound pleasant, but it can help prevent cancer. There are several screening test options; some you can even do from home. Talk to your doctor to decide which is best for you. bit.ly/49cOiJQ

Racial and ethnic differences in #preterm birth (PTB) rates remain. In 2022, the rate of PTB among Black women was about 50% higher than among White women. cdc.gov/reproductivehe…

It is critical to reduce #PTB and increase equity in care and outcomes. #NMHM2024

#HCPs : Black women face inequities in maternal health.

Dr. Laura Riley, a high-risk obstetrician, discusses the importance of acknowledging Black women’s concerns during pregnancy and postpartum:

Did you know? Anyone having sex can get an STI. This STI Awareness Week, know your STI care options and Get Yourself Tested! bit.ly/2PGBY0L #GYT #STIweek

I kicked off #BlackMaternalHealthWeek by celebrating the work of our Maternal Mortality Review Committees — essential for data-driven action to protect the health of our moms.

Hear more from CDC Division of Reproductive Health’s Dr. Barfield 👇

#Midwives : You have the opportunity to educate your patients on the urgent maternal warning signs. Download posters and handouts to utilize during appointments: cdc.gov/hearher/resour…

Despite prevention efforts, some groups of people are affected by health conditions more than others. When certain groups have higher rates of disease compared to others, it is considered a health disparity.

Learn more: bit.ly/4acEoI2

#MinorityHealthMonth #CDCNPIN

ACOG HHS.gov Want to help expecting and new parents? Connect them to the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline for emotional support, resources and referrals, 24/7. Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262). Visit the toolkit: ms.spr.ly/6012c7Rx4
#BMHW24 #HRSAhelpsMoms

30% of Black women report mistreatment and discrimination during #pregnancy and delivery care, according to a new CDC Vital Signs report. Here’s how we can all work toward respectful maternity care. cdc.gov/vitalsigns/res… #BMHW24