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The DC Department of Health promotes health, wellness and equality across DC and protects the safety of residents, visitors and those doing business here.
Washington, DC
Joined February 2010
DC is under a Cold Alert from 7 AM today, 12/12 until 7 AM tomorrow, 12/13. Daytime temperatures will hover in the low 30s, with a low of 29 degrees overnight. Stay safe outside and visit https://t.co/HTpX9GcIKa for information on shelters.
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REMINDER: A COLD ALERT remains in effect until 9AM on Fri, 12/12. We can all play a role in keeping those experiencing homelessness safe. 🚐 For transportation to shelter for yourself or someone else: 202-399-7093 or 311. 🚨 In an emergency: 911. 🔗 https://t.co/1unTd97JdV
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Today we announced positive Phase 1b/2 results from our ongoing TUPELO trial evaluating REC-4881 in patients with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) – a rare, inherited disease with no approved pharmacologic treatments. Treatment with REC-4881 demonstrated rapid and durable
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⚠️Know the signs! ❄️Hypothermia: Shivering, very tired, or confused? Your body is too cold. Get inside and warm up right away! 🥶Frostbite: Numb or pale skin? Frostbite is serious. Get indoors, warm up, and cover the affected skin immediately! ☃️Visit: https://t.co/gtqT8pwuvH
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DC remains under a COLD ALERT until 9AM on Fri, 12/12. Visit https://t.co/McYBDAx01c, your one-stop resource for cold-weather alerts, shelter options, and safety info. If you see someone outside who needs shelter, call the Shelter Hotline at 202-399-7093 or dial 311.
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DC remains under a Cold Alert from 9 AM today, 12/11 until 9 AM tomorrow, 12/12. Temperatures will feel like 30 degrees during the day, and could reach a low of 25 degrees overnght. Stay safe outside and visit https://t.co/HTpX9GcIKa for information on shelters.
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REMINDER: A COLD ALERT remains in effect until 9AM on Thu, 12/11. We can all play a role in keeping those experiencing homelessness safe. 🚐 For transportation to shelter for yourself or someone else: 202-399-7093 or 311. 🚨 In an emergency: 911. 🔗 https://t.co/1unTd98h3t
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If you or a loved one relies on medication, medical equipment, or has special care needs, tailor an emergency plan for your needs. Add extra medication, mobility aids, and a backup power source for medical devices. Learn how to make an emergency plan: https://t.co/MsTMXeBUs8
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DC remains under a Cold Alert from 9 AM today, 12/10 until 9 AM tomorrow, 12/11. Rain is possible this afternoon, and temperatures could reach a low of 25 degrees overnight. Stay safe outside and visit https://t.co/HTpX9GcIKa for information on shelters.
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Strong winds + cold air = wind chill 🥶 Temps could reach a low of 20 degrees in the District tonight. Bundle up if you have to go outside, and look out for neighbors in need. Visit https://t.co/HTpX9GdgzI for info on shelter options. Call 311 for transportation to a shelter.
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The District is committed to ensuring that people experiencing homelessness have access to shelter and transportation from November through March when unhoused residents are at greatest risk of...
For tonight, low temperatures will fall into the 20s underneath mostly cloudy skies. South to southwesterly winds may gust to around 15 to 25 mph at times through the night. Any precipitation chances should hold off until after daybreak. #MDwx #DCwx #VAwx #WVwx
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Don’t let the cold catch you off guard. Exposed skin can freeze quickly, so cover up as much as you can. Layer up with a cozy coat, scarf, hat, and gloves to stay warm and healthy. Remember to spread the warmth by helping someone in need. Visit: https://t.co/gtqT8px2lf
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DC is under a COLD ALERT until 9AM on Wed, 12/10. Visit https://t.co/McYBDAx01c, your one-stop resource for cold-weather alerts, shelter options, and safety info. If you see someone outside who needs shelter, call the Shelter Hotline at 202-399-7093 or dial 311.
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DC remains under a Cold Alert from 9 AM today, 12/09 until 9 AM tomorrow, 12/10. Daytime temperatures will feel like 25 degrees, reaching a low of 22 degrees overnight. Rain is possible overnight. Stay safe outside and visit https://t.co/HTpX9GcIKa for information on shelters.
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If it’s too cold outside for you, it’s too cold for your pets. Keep pets indoors during periods of extreme cold. For more information: https://t.co/HMiYazNdfj
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A COLD ALERT is in effect today & overnight until 9AM on Tue, 12/9. We can all play a role in keeping those experiencing homelessness safe. 🚐 Transportation to shelter for yourself or someone else: 202-399-7093 or 311. 🚨 Emergency: 911. 🔗 https://t.co/1unTd98h3t
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All DC students must be up to date on vaccines by December 8. Howard University will provide walk-in vaccinations to meet DC public school requirements December 8 and 9. Please bring your child in before DCPS exclusion deadline. Call 202-865-7677.
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⚠️Know the signs! ❄️Hypothermia: Shivering, very tired, or confused? Your body is too cold. Get inside and warm up right away! 🥶Frostbite: Numb or pale skin? Frostbite is serious. Get indoors, warm up, and cover the affected skin immediately! ☃️Visit: https://t.co/gtqT8pwuvH
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DC is under a Cold Alert from 9 AM today, 12/08 until 9 AM tomorrow, 12/09. Daytime temperatures will feel like 22 degrees, reaching a low of 19 degrees overnight. Stay safe outside and visit https://t.co/HTpX9GcIKa for information on shelters.
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All DC students must be up to date on vaccines by December 8. Howard University will provide walk-in vaccinations to meet DC public school requirements December 8 and 9. Please bring your child in before DCPS exclusion deadline. Call 202-865-7677.
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DC will be under a COLD ALERT overnight starting at 8PM. Visit https://t.co/McYBDAx01c, your one-stop resource for cold-weather alerts, shelter options, and safety info. If you see someone outside who needs shelter, call the Shelter Hotline at 202-399-7093 or dial 311.
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