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Doug Ducey

18 Nov, 9 tweets, 5 min read

Arizona, and our nation, remain in a public health emergency. It’s been a long haul — but we need to redouble our efforts. Today, we’re announcing additional efforts to protect Arizonans and fight #COVID19 ⬇️ 1/

Our health care heroes deserve all the support we can give them. With cases spiking around the country, we’re dedicating an additional $25 million to support hospital staff: 2/

@AZDHS

The holidays are a time to connect with those we care about most, but they can also present real risks of spreading #COVID19. @AZDHS has released new guidance to help all Arizonans celebrate safely this year.

READ MORE: azhealth.gov/winterholidays 3/

@AZDHS

At my request, @AZDHS will work with Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Tucson International Airport to launch testing sites, allowing incomers to get tested immediately with quick turnaround, and increase messaging around public health guidance. 4/

@AZDHS

Schools are already required to have mask policies, but @AZDHS will be issuing an emergency measure to make sure schools statewide are implementing those policies on school grounds and on school buses. More information can be found at azhealth.gov 5/

Arizona is amplifying public health messaging and doubling investments in public service announcements to ensure every individual knows what steps to take to protect themselves and their loved ones ⁠— from wearing a mask to getting tested to remaining physically distant. 6/

Enhanced tracking of vaccinations — ensuring all Arizonans who want the vaccine will receive the appropriate follow-up doses at the correct time and allowing the state to identify and support vulnerable populations and underserved communities: 7/

With two vaccines reporting 95% effective, there’s light at the end of the tunnel, but we have a ways to go to get there. We need everybody to #MaskUpAZ and continue to take steps to contain the spread of #COVID19. 8/

Thank you to the families, individuals, businesses, organizations, community leaders, school leaders and more who continue to adapt to follow health guidance and protect fellow Arizonans. 9/9

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Free, quick and easy #COVID19 saliva testing is available across the state. Here’s where you can sign up for testing in your community… THREAD ⬇️ 1/

FLAGSTAFF

Where: Fort Tuthill - 2446 Fort Tuthill Loop, Flagstaff, AZ 86005
When: Wednesday, Nov. 18 @ 10 AM - 3 PM
Pre-register: azdhs.gov/preparedness/e…

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Where: State Farm Stadium - 1 Cardinal Dr., Glendale, AZ 85305
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Doug Ducey

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23 Oct

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I hear @JoeBiden is out there attacking the “Republican governor of Arizona.” I guess he *does* see “red and blue” states after all. But if you’re going after AZ, Joe, get your facts straight… 1/

Early in the pandemic, I prohibited cities from implementing onerous shutdowns on local businesses and citizens as some local politicians threatened to bring our entire economy to a complete halt. 2/

It’s paid off. Arizona’s economy is recovering faster and stronger than states that took the extreme approach. Unemployment is down, and jobs are growing. 3/

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Today, I’m announcing additional actions to contain the spread of #COVID19 in Arizona. 1/

Effective at 8:00 p.m. tonight, we are instituting a month-long pause on the operations of bars, gyms, movie theaters, waterparks and tubing rentals. This will help relieve stress on our health care system and give time for new transmissions to slow. 2/

Effective today, organized events of more than 50 people are prohibited. Arizonans should celebrate the 4th of July responsibly this weekend, including by staying home, avoiding larger gatherings, and wearing a mask if you do go out. 3/

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26 Jun

We must contain the spread of #COVID19 in Arizona. The current increase in cases and hospitalizations is unacceptable. All our efforts must be focused on this, and we are asking all Arizonans to help. 1/

So this weekend, remember: You are safer at home. If you do go out, wear a mask. We can’t stress this enough. COVID19 is widespread in Arizona, and you need to protect yourself and others. 2/

To our business community: public health guidance MUST BE FOLLOWED. Local authorities have been empowered to enforce these guidelines set forth through Executive Order and by public health. This has the power of law. 3/

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Doug Ducey

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31 May

@Arizona_DPS

I want to commend our law enforcement officers on their work last night, especially @Arizona_DPS, @PhoenixPolice & all the supporting agencies involved in protecting downtown & major targets, like our freeways. The @AZNationalGuard also played a critical role in this response. 1/

@Arizona_DPS

@Arizona_DPS @PhoenixPolice @AZNationalGuard One thing is clear: The more aggressive approach downtown was needed, and it worked. Now, more needs to be done, in more places around the state, to protect law and order and public safety. 2/

@Arizona_DPS

@Arizona_DPS @PhoenixPolice @AZNationalGuard The looting and violence we saw last night, especially in Scottsdale, simply cannot be tolerated. And it won't be. Destruction of property does not qualify as freedom of expression. 3/

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