(1/5) For this #SundaySpotlight, join me in commending our state and local health departments who helped stem what @CDCgov's MMRW identified as the most 🇺🇸 cases reported in a single year since 1992. #SundayThoughts bit.ly/30PdSjY
@CDCgov (2/5) Make no mistake— #measles is a serious illness: It’s often mild, about 1/3 of the cases develop serious complications and ~ 1 in 1,000 die from those complications. More via @WSJ: on.wsj.com/2oOdsgH
@CDCgov @WSJ (3/5) #DYK that we almost lost our #measles elimination status? Such a loss would have been a huge blow to the U.S., costing our economy millions of dollars and years of work and tainting our image as a global health leader. bit.ly/2Om6Voc
@CDCgov @WSJ (4/5) As @CDCDirector stated, “Our Nation’s successful public health response to this recent measles outbreak is a testament to the commitment and effectiveness of state and local health departments, and engaged communities across the country.”
@CDCgov @WSJ @CDCDirector (5/5) Let’s use this #PublicHealth moment to educate others and ensure elimination is sustained. We must combat misinformation and engage our communities. Remember: Vaccination is one of the easiest things you can do to protect your family & loved ones. #VaccinesSaveLives!

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NEW: Today, I released a Surgeon General's Advisory on the epidemic of loneliness and isolation facing our country, the destructive impacts it has on our collective health, and the extraordinary healing power of our relationships. Surgeongeneral.gov/loneliness #Connect2Heal 1/8
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The recent court ruling has given travelers the option to choose whether or not to wear masks on flights, buses, and trains. Having been on a plane myself yesterday—and recognizing cases are on the rise in many states—here is why I will continue to wear a mask when I travel. 1/6
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I grew up in Florida and am a proud graduate of the public school system. As a kid who often felt I didn’t belong, it helped tremendously when teachers openly discussed our different backgrounds. This built understanding and reduced shame. 3/4
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