Thanks to volunteers from 4 of our Virginia MRC units for partnering to protect our communities’ health during this year’s #IndependenceDay celebration. These MRC volunteers treated minor illnesses and injuries, helping patients feel better and return to the celebration.

Exciting news: The Mental Health Medical Reserve Corps – Baptist Health Unit 2932 is officially here! Led by Steele Kelly, the new unit will serve the state of Arkansas. Welcome to our nationwide family of 700+ units and 270,000 volunteers! #MRC #EmergencyPreparedness #Arkansas

Thanks to our volunteers from the Medical Reserve Corps for helping people beat the heat during #Army250. Volunteers from the Arlington, Fairfax, and Greater Prince William County MRC units staffed a cooling station to protect people from rising temperatures.

Exciting news: The Oklahoma Large Animal First Responders Medical Reserve Corps Unit #2924 is officially here! Led by Dr. Clayton McCook, the new MRC Unit will serve the state of Oklahoma. Welcome to our MRC family of 750+ units. #MRCCommunity #PublicHealth #EmergencyPreparedness

Thank you to the all the MRC volunteers who helped at @RedCross shelters and supported local cleanup efforts after a tornado hit St. Louis, MO. We are proud to have worked alongside Red Cross to help as the city began to recover from the storm.

Last week wasn’t just a drill. It was preparation in action when the West Tennessee #MRC participated in a large-scale disaster response exercise held across Tennessee. Details:#DisasterPreparedness #EmergencyResponse #Tennessee.

When neighbors come together to learn lifesaving skills, the whole community becomes stronger. Thanks to the Williamson County MRC for training the people in your community to administer CPR & first aid & for empowering people to provide lifesaving care. #CPRweek

Shoutout to the MRC of Greater Kansas City for supporting WalkMS 2025 with first aid and hydration stations. Your work brings real impact to #WorldMSDay and shows what it means to be #MRCStrong.

20 years of service. 1 groundbreaking certificate program. Countless lives impacted. Meet Dr. Marian Nowak, an #MRC #nurse leader shaping the future of public health. Learn more about her: #PublicHealth #Preparedness #DisasterResponse #HealthSecurity

During National Hurricane Preparedness Week, we are taking a look back at the outstanding work MRC volunteers did to help their communities stay healthy during the 2024 hurricane season. Thank you for your stepping up to protect our communities. #HurricanePrep

MRC volunteers are on the front lines when communities need them most, saving lives and strengthening our communities. If you’re already a volunteer, “Thank you.” And if you’re not, you can be. Learn more and join:.

The opioid crisis remains a major public health emergency—but the MRC took action. In 2024, MRC units in 43 states prevent opioid overdoses, train responders, distribute naloxone, and more. Find out how MRC is making communities healthier: #OpioidResponse.

When teens volunteer, it helps them gain real-world experience and establish a lifetime passion for service. Find out how teenager Cyndralynn Meredith, MRC volunteer & winner of the Disaster Volunteer Award, is making a difference in her community.

We’re excited to honor Jim Bollenbacher, winner of MRC's 2024 award for Outstanding Preparedness and Resilience Volunteer. He led Nassau County MRC’s efforts in training +1,700 residents in hands-only #CPR and +800 in opioid awareness. Get the details:

Nomination period is almost over! Know an outstanding Medical Reserve Corps #MRC volunteer? Recognize their impact by nominating them for the 2025 MRC V.I.S.I.O.N. Awards!  Deadline: Feb 28, 5 PM ET. Details here:

Congratulations to Public Health Seattle & King County Preparedness #PHSKC - winner of the 2024 MRC Recognition Award Winner for Outstanding MRC Housing/Sponsoring Organization. . #CommunityPreparedness #Volunteering

RT @ASPRgov: This #MLKDay, honor Dr. King's legacy by serving your community. In the latest edition of the ASPR Blog, @MRC_ASPR Deputy Dire….

Looking for a way to take action on #MLKDay? Medical Reserve Corps Deputy Director Spindel details how MRC volunteers help build stronger, healthier communities in the latest edition of the ASPR Blog. #DayOfService #Volunteer