Louis Krenn MD
@louiskrennmd
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Family Physician and former CMIO
Springfield, Missouri
Joined April 2009
If you have old prescriptions in your medicine cabinet it’s time to dispose of them properly. Visit https://t.co/zotD1ZCRhK to find a site near you! #drugtakebackday #dontflushthem
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Vaccines do not cause autism. Neither does acetaminophen (Tylenol) use in pregnancy. Decades of rigorous science have disproven these myths. Spreading them puts public health at risk. The AAFP is committed to science and supporting families. Read our full statement here:
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Today’s ACIP meeting promoted false claims and misguided information about vaccines. AAP will continue stepping up and working with our local, state and federal partners to make sure every child in every community continues to have access to immunizations. https://t.co/iL3kubqbv2
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Contrary to what some may think, doctors do not receive kickbacks for giving vaccines. Clinics are lucky to break even. We do it because it's the right thing for patient health. #Vaccines #PrimaryCare #PublicHealth #MythBusting
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💉✨ It's National Vaccine Awareness Month! ✨💉 Vaccines aren't just for back-to-school season. Adults need to stay current, too! From flu shots to COVID boosters, tetanus updates to shingles prevention – keeping up with your vaccine schedule protects you and your community.
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Stop letting headlines fool you. Start evaluating like a pro! With over 4000 medical studies published EVERY DAY and more and more patients researching information online, it's important to know if what you are reading is actually good research! That's where we come in. 🆕 NEW
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Dive into summer fun, not danger—keep safety first, watch the kids, and make a splash with poolside smarts! #poolsafety #swimsafe #pooltime #livingwell
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Don't be fooled by the hype! Anything over SPF 50 is probably a waste of money. Don't fall for the marketing tricks. #sunscreen #sunprotection #spf50 #livingwell
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Ticks suck...literally! Don't be their next meal ticket. Use these tips to stay tick-free on your next hike. #tickseason #tickprevention #tickssuck #livingwell
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Applying sunscreen is essential for skin health. It protects against UV radiation, sunburn, and aging signs and reduces the risk of skin cancer. Regular use helps prevent wrinkles and pigmentation, promoting a uniform complexion. Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or
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Don't get burned twice - follow these tips the next time you sunburn! #sunburn #sunscreen #sunburntreatment #livingwell
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I hope everyone has a great 4th! Please be safe, the emergency departments will be busy tonight and there are much better ways to spend your holiday! #livingwell #MedicalMyths #fireworks #mythbusters
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You've probably seen influencers warning that seed oils are toxic. Truth: There's no credible evidence showing that moderate use of seed oils (like canola, soybean, or sunflower) is harmful. In fact, many are good sources of heart-healthy fats. Want a deep dive? Check out this
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RFK Jr. went on national TV and spouted egregious, dangerous falsehoods about vaccines. As a parent and infectious diseases doctor, I couldn't stay silent. @FoxNews might not fact-check him, but I will. I've reviewed the trials. I've catalogued them. I have receipts. 🧵
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My response to Secretary Kennedy's statements about me on Fox News today. It's time to set the record straight.
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The process for ACIP membership usually takes years of vetting, particularly for conflicts of interest. Have these people undergone the same level of scrutiny? I'm pretty sure Malone has made money from saying falsely that mRNA vaccines are unsafe.
On Monday, I took a major step towards restoring public trust in vaccines by reconstituting the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices (ACIP). I retired the 17 current members of the committee. I’m now repopulating ACIP with the eight new members who will attend ACIP’s
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ICYMI: Fired #ACIP member is deeply worried about the committee she worked years to get a seat on, and the future of vaccination policy and vaccine access in this country.
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Terminated CDC vaccine adviser Helen Chu spoke with STAT about her fears for the future of vaccine policy
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☀️ Think sunscreen is just for beach days? Think again. Whether it’s sunny, cloudy, or somewhere in between—UV rays don’t take a day off. Here are 3 reasons to make sunscreen part of your daily routine: ✅ Slows skin aging ✅ Cuts your skin cancer risk in half ✅ UV rays sneak
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Did you know whooping cough is making a comeback in 2025? Despite being vaccine-preventable, pertussis cases are rising again, and infants are especially vulnerable. Click to read: https://t.co/EWyLUljSYY Please share — it could help save a life. #VaccinesSaveLives #Pertussis
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Pertussis cases surge as vaccination rates fall. Thie preventable disease threatens infants the most. DTaP/Tdap vaccines provide safe protection.
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