May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month! AANHPIs have made amazing contributions to this country’s culture and society, including public health and medicine.

We recognize and celebrate #AANHPIHeritageMonth .

Did you know that more than 4 in 5 strokes are preventable? With prevention and awareness, every woman can take steps to lower her risk. Find out more about the small steps you can take toward stroke prevention with this womenshealth.gov resource: bit.ly/2vxFZqP

May is #StrokeAwarenessMonth .

You can identify symptoms of #stroke using the F.A.S.T. method.
⚠️ Face drooping
⚠️ Arm weakness
⚠️ Speech difficulty
⚠️Time to call 911

Learn more: fda.gov/consumers/mino…

#StrokeMonth

Glowing from the inside out? Pregnancy is beautiful, but it can also be emotionally complex. This #MHAM2024 , remember it’s okay to not feel okay.

@SAMHSAgov has resources to support your mental health journey. ➡️ bit.ly/3WtO3GA

Elizabeth survived maternal #sepsis . Now she shares her story of strength and determination to help others. Learn the warning signs of sepsis and other pregnancy-related complications that require immediate medical attention: bit.ly/CDCHearHerWarn….

True or False? Pregnant women cannot get strokes. #TriviaTuesday

💬 Listening to the experiences of pregnant & postpartum people is crucial. Together, we can ensure every voice is heard. Learn more from women who have gotten help for #MaternalMentalHealth conditions during #NWHW . womenshealth.gov #TalkingPPD womenshealth.gov/talkingPPD

Supporting, translating, and disseminating research and data on adolescent health and well-being is key to advancing policies, programs, and practices. Learn more from #TakeActionForAdolescents . opa.hhs.gov/takeactionfora… Office of Population Affairs (OPA)

Do you work in #Pediatrics ? The American Academy of Pediatrics shares tools and resources to help you connect with parents experiencing mental health challenges and connect them to support: bit.ly/4bgm3Lo. #MaternalMentalHealth

Happy National Women’s Health Week! We admire and celebrate the strength and contributions of all who identify as women!

That’s why CDC’s DRH is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of women around the world. Check out our work: bit.ly/3xTZ3hY #NWHW

#Sepsis is a medical emergency. Anyone can develop sepsis, but some people are at higher risk, including people who are pregnant or postpartum.

This #MaternalSepsisWeek , find out how you can take specific steps to reduce your risk: bit.ly/3UCsxyf

🏆 Happy National Women’s Health Week! Join OWH in thanking the 2024 NWHW Champions for their commitment and work toward achieving the goals of #NWHW and improving health outcomes for women. ms.spr.ly/6019YXE2l

Today we celebrate all those called “mom.” Thank you for all that you do! 💐

#HCPs : Always ask patients if they are or were pregnant in the last year—you may be able to help save a life. Learn the urgent maternal warning signs: bit.ly/CDCHearHerWarn….

#ValueCHCs : Did you know there is a digital resource that can assist you in improving the quality of adolescent sexual and reproductive health services at your health center? Put #Q4T (Quality for Teens) into practice today! #NationalAdolescentHealthMonth bit.ly/3Usqbk1

#Pregnant ? It’s time to prepare for #HurricaneSeason . Talk with your healthcare provider about how to get prenatal care or deliver your baby if your doctor’s office or hospital is closed due to severe weather. bit.ly/2lBbbU9 #PrepYourHealth #HurricanePrep

#DYK that preeclampsia, a pregnancy-related complication that is characterized by high blood pressure, happens in about 1 in 25 pregnancies in the U.S.? Learn more about signs to look for during and after pregnancy: bit.ly/3y1J1XQ
#PreeclampsiaAwarenessMonth #HearHer

If you are having thoughts of harming yourself or your baby, seek medical care immediately. bit.ly/CDCHearHerWarn… #MaternalMHMatters

HCPs: Counsel postpartum patients about the risks of smoking after pregnancy & offer resources to help them quit. A 2021 survey found that only 3 in 5 women were asked about smoking at their postpartum checkup. Read more: bit.ly/mm7317a2

It’s #HurricanePreparedness week! Parents of infants need to be prepared for natural disasters. Be sure to include infant feeding supplies in your emergency preparedness kit. Learn more tips on how to prepare for a hurricane today: bit.ly/2lBbbU9