Vaccinate Your Family
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๐ช Helping to protect people of all ages from vaccine-preventable diseases. ๐ฌ Sharing science-based info since 1991. 501(c)(3) nonprofit org #vaxyourfam
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Joined July 2010
๐ This week in 2013, Emily lost her life to bacterial meningitis. In Emily's memory, her mother founded @ForeverEmilyS where she advocates for complete protection against meningococcal disease.๐ก๏ธ๐ ๐ Learn more about meningococcal vaccines: #VaxYourFam
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Heard the myth that we're getting "too many" vaccines this respiratory disease season? โ๐ค Each one, including flu, COVID-19, and RSV, is essential for protection.๐ก๏ธ Stay protected and reduce illness spread! ๐ช๐งโ๐งโ๐งโ๐ง #ViralTruths Learn more:
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The VYF teams kicks off American Heart Month by wearing RED โค๏ธ Many donโt realize immunizations are important to keeping adults heart-healthy. โค๏ธ #AmericanHeartMonth #NationalWearRedDay #heartdisease
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๐ Washington reports its first whooping cough death in over a decade. This tragic loss is a stark reminder of the importance of vaccination. Protect yourself and your community. #WhoopingCough ๐ Read more:
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๐จ In 2025, weโre doubling down on vaccine advocacy! โ
Partnering with trusted messengers โ
Addressing vaccine hesitancy โ
Strengthening immunization policies Action โ Impactโbecause vaccines save lives! ๐ ๐ โ #VaxYourFam #PublicHealth
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๐This week in 2020, 2-year-old JJ lost his life to flu. Now, his mother advocates for flu vaccination to help protect vulnerable community members, such as young children like JJ. Read JJ's story: #VaxYourFam #NotJustFlu #VaccinesSaveLives
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And the Grammy goes to...๐โจ ๐ข Part 2 of our Grammy vaccine awards is here! Cheers to another great year of saving lives and preventing disease! ๐ช๐ก๏ธ #VaxYourFam #VaccinesSaveLives
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And the Grammy goes to...๐โจ ๐ข Part 1 of our Grammy vaccine awards is here! Stay tuned for Part 2! ๐ฌ #VaxYourFam #VaccinesSaveLives
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๐ข DYK? 92% of parents across the country make sure their children are up to date on all routine vaccinations before starting kindergarten. Find vaccine facts and learn more about the @HHSGov โLetโs Get Realโ campaign: #VaxYourFam
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Planning for your health doesnโt have to be overwhelming. @CVEEPSocialโs customizable vaccine plan helps you determine which respiratory vaccines you need, where to get them, and what to ask your provider. Start checking off your list today:
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๐ On this day, five-week-old Callie lost her life to whooping cough. ๐ข Her mother now advocates for whooping cough vaccinations (Tdap) for ALL adults. ๐คฐLetโs honor Callie and protect our communities! ๐ช Learn more: #WhoopingCough #VaxYourFam
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๐จKansas is currently facing the largest recorded tuberculosis outbreak in U.S. history. ๐ While the outbreak is ongoing, the current risk to the public is low. ๐ Learn how to protect yourself and your family: #TB #VaxYourFam
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๐ On this day, Brady and Carter tragically lost their lives to #WhoopingCough, a respiratory disease that's especially dangerous for babies. ๐ถ๐ฅ #VaxYourFam to protect your loved ones and community. ๐ค Kids need DTaP and adults need Tdap.๐ก๏ธLearn more:
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For older people, itโs not โJUSTโ flu. As we age, there are many reasons why our immune systems might not be working as well. Luckily, there are special flu vaccines available for adults over 65 to provide better protection against infection. #NotJustFlu
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๐ฑThe social media landscape is changing, but VYFโs commitment to being a trusted messenger remains the same. ๐ค Check out VYF University's free course on "How to Debunk Online Misinformation" ๐ป to fact-check your timeline: #ViralTruths #VaxYourFam
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#WhoopingCough cases skyrocketed in 2024 ๐ to the highest level in a decade. This highly contagious disease is especially dangerous for babies. ๐ถ #VaxYourFam to prevent severe illness! Kids need DTaP and adults need Tdap. ๐ก๏ธ๐ช ๐ Learn more:
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This #MLKDay, join #VaxYourFam in honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a historic advocate for equality and leader in the American civil rights movement. Check out these 5 groups working to achieve health equity: @CenterforBH @blkwomenshealth @natlblackhealth @TheAAWP @councilbh
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๐จ๐ฑ Flu Rumor Alert! Donโt buy into the myth that "flu vaccines donโt work"! ๐๐ While they donโt prevent 100% of infections, they significantly reduce your risk of illness, hospitalization, and death. ๐ฅ๐ช #ViralTruths #VaxYourFam Learn more:
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DYK? Pregnant people and their babies are at higher risk for complications from respiratory illnesses. Maternal vaccination can help protect against severe illness. Learn about maternal vaccines with @CVEEPSocial:
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The RSV vaccine is 91% effective in protecting older adults from severe disease ๐ก๏ธ๐ด ๐ก RSV hits hardest for 65+. Protect yourselfโask about the vaccine! ๐ Info: | #VaxYourFam
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