CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine to protect against severe COVID-19 illness, hospitalization, and death. Read the latest on CDC’s 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine recommendation in @CDCMMWR:

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RT @CDCMMWR: LACHD looked at the average percentage of ED visits before & during the 2025 LA wildfires. Potential fire & smoke related vis….

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RT @NIOSH: As the fires continue in the LA area, we are providing employers, workers, and the general public information to help stay prote….

RT @NIOSH: Wildfire smoke can impact air quality. If you must be outdoors, make sure you protect yourself. Find NIOSH Approved respirators….

Getting winter-ready includes pets, too! When it’s cold, bring pets indoors. If you cannot bring them inside, provide adequate shelter to keep them warm and make sure they have access to unfrozen water. Keep pets safe in winter weather.

Winter storms can cause power outages. Be safe if the power goes out. ✔️ Always place generators outside, at least 20 feet from any window, door, or vent. ✔️ Install a smoke detector and a battery-operated carbon monoxide detector. ✔️ Use battery operated flashlights or lanterns

There can still be health hazards after a wildfire ends. ✅ If you evacuated, don’t return home until authorities say it’s safe. ✅ Be careful around damaged buildings and structures. ✅ Take steps to protect yourself against ash when you clean up. More information:

Winter weather can lead to health risks like frostbite and hypothermia. Are you prepared to help someone experiencing these conditions?. Read these tips on how to treat frostbite and hypothermia, and learn more here:

California: Continue checking your local air quality. When air quality is unhealthy, follow these tips to stay safe. ✔️ Avoid outdoor activity as much as possible. ✔️ Wear an N95 respirator fitted correctly. ✔️ Set your air conditioner to recirculate mode. Learn more about

Do you know the signs of frostbite and hypothermia?. Remember that hypothermia is a medical emergency. If you notice signs of hypothermia, get medical attention immediately. Learn how to stay safe and healthy in winter weather: #WinterSafety.

California: Listen to local officials to learn about current evacuation orders due to the wildfire. If you need to evacuate, take only essential items with you and follow designated evacuation routes. For more information to stay safe from wildfires, visit

Wildfire smoke can lead to health risks such as trouble breathing, asthma attacks, headaches, and chest pain. Keep track of wildfires and air quality near you so you can stay safe. More wildfire safety tips:

RT @Readygov: Be #WinterReady and remember these tips when shoveling snow:. - Take it slow to reduce the risk of a heart attack from overex….

RT @fema: Many areas are experiencing extreme winter weather conditions today. We urge residents to stay indoors and stay off the roads, if….

CDC is saddened by Louisiana’s report that a person previously hospitalized with severe avian influenza A(H5N1) illness (bird flu) has passed away. CDC has carefully studied the available information about the person who died in Louisiana and continues to assess that the risk

Winter storms and extreme cold can be dangerous! Exposure to cold temperatures can lead to health risks like frostbite and hypothermia. Learn how to avoid frostbite and hypothermia: #WinterSafety.