
Mississippi State Department of Health
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News and updates from the Mississippi State Department of Health https://t.co/8vtcjNs6y2
Mississippi
Joined September 2008
π Shaping a Healthier Future with Data!.MSDH leverages health trend analysis, disease insights, and data-driven policies to guide better health outcomes for Mississippians. π² Learn more about our data initiatives: #HealthyMS #PublicHealth
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Itβs HOT out there, Mississippi. Stay hydrated, stay cool, and never leave kids or pets in cars. Know the signs of heat illness. More tips: #SummerSurvivalMS #HealthyMS #HeatSafety
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π Vaccines can prevent serious complications from diseases. And thereβs nothing complicated about that. π Available at pharmacies, community health centers, and county health departments. Take the simple step to protect your health. π #HealthyMS
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π¨ MSDH reports a spike in pertussis (whooping cough) cases:.π§ 80 cases so far this year.πΆ 7 infants under 2 months.π₯ 10 hospitalized.π 40% in NE Mississippi. π Vax = best protection.π
Schedule at π (855) 767-0170.#HealthyMS
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π No appointment needed!.MSDH is hosting special school immunization clinics across the state. β
New to MS schools.β
Incoming 7th graders (Tdap required).β
College-bound students. π $10/shot if uninsured.π Bring immunization record. π #HealthyMS
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π¨ Weβre Hiring! Join the Mississippi State Department of Health and make a difference in your community. From public health and clinical roles to outreach and admin support, there's a place for you on our team. Explore openings: #NowHiring #HealthyMS
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π©ββοΈ Supporting Mississippiβs Healthcare Heroes!.MSDH strengthens the health workforce through training, incentives, and resources to empower caregivers across the state. π² Find out more: #HealthcareHeroes #HealthyMS
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π¦ What is West Nile Virusβand how can you avoid it?. Itβs in Mississippi, but prevention is easy:.βοΈ Use repellent.βοΈ Dump standing water.βοΈ Cover up.βοΈ Avoid dawn/dusk outdoors. π₯ Watch to learn more. π #SummerSurvivalMS #WestNile #HealthyMS
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Boyro Baby Walkers Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death to Children from Fall Hazard; Violations of the Federal Standard for Infant Walkers and Lead Content Ban; Sold Exclusively on |
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Consumers should stop using and disassemble the recalled baby walkers immediately and contact Boyro Baby for instructions on receiving a full refund. Consumers will be asked to destroy the disassem...
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π Vaccines can prevent serious complications from diseases. And thereβs nothing complicated about that. π Available at pharmacies, community health centers, and county health departments. Take the simple step to protect your health. π #HealthyMS
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ποΈ Health Talk MS β Episode 1.Mississippiβs top causes of death are mostly preventableβand cost us $25B/year. Poverty fuels poor health, but we can break the cycle. π
New episodes monthly.π§ πΊ #HealthTalkMS #HealthyMS
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π¨ Weβre Hiring! Join the Mississippi State Department of Health and make a difference in your community. From public health and clinical roles to outreach and admin support, there's a place for you on our team. Explore openings: #NowHiring #HealthyMS
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π No appointment needed!.MSDH is hosting special school immunization clinics across the state. β
New to MS schools.β
Incoming 7th graders (Tdap required).β
College-bound students. π $10/shot if uninsured.π Bring immunization record. π #HealthyMS
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π¦ West Nile can hit hard. Protect yourself:. βοΈ Use repellent.βοΈ Dump standing water.βοΈ Cover up outdoors.βοΈ Stay in at dawn/dusk.βοΈ Check screens. Know the symptoms: fever, fatigue, stiff neck, confusion. π #SummerSurvivalMS #HealthyMS
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π Bright Smiles for Healthy Lives!.MSDH promotes oral health with education, cavity prevention programs, and support for healthy smiles across Mississippi. π² Learn about our dental services: #DentalHealth #HealthyMS
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π§ Health Talk MS launches today!.Episode 1 features Dr. Dan Edney, MSDH State Health Officer, breaking down how better health = a stronger MS economy. Streaming now on all platforms ποΈ.π² Watch on YouTube: #HealthTalkMS #HealthyMS
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π§ βWhen we say public health is public wealthβwe mean it.β. In Ep. 1 of Health Talk MS, Dr. Dan Edney explains how better health = a stronger MS economy. πͺ. ποΈ Launches 7/7.π #HealthTalkMS #HealthyMS
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ποΈ Health Talk MS launches 7/7 with guest Dr. Dan Edney, MSDH SHO. He shares insights on preventable health issues, public healthβs impact, & why one-size-fits-all solutions donβt work. π§ Listen: Watch: #HealthTalkMS #HealthyMS
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π Stars, Stripes, and Smart Choices! πΊπΈ.This 4th of July, celebrate safely:.π₯ Keep fireworks away from kids & water nearby.βοΈ Stay cool & hydrated.π Keep food at safe temps. π’ MSDH offices will be closed July 4 and reopen Monday. π #SummerSurvivalMS
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