Happy World Kindness Day! World Kindness Day is an international holiday that was formed in 1998 to promote kindness throughout the world. World Kindness Day allows us to reflect upon one of the most important and unifying human principles. On a day devoted to the positive potential of both large and small acts of kindness, try to promote and diffuse this crucial quality that brings people of every kind together. #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #worldkindnessday
Today is National Depression Screening Day. Did you know that depression is one of the most common mental illnesses, affecting 6.7% (more than 16 million) of American adults yearly? Not to mention the family, friends, and coworkers who are also impacted. Depression screenings are important for many reasons. They can help doctors make informed diagnoses and can bring depression out of the darkness. Like screenings for other illnesses, depression screenings should be a routine part of healthcare. #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #NDSD
#Autumn has arrived and while leaves can be pretty to look at, they can be dangerous to walk on. Look before you step to avoid wet leaves on paved surfaces.
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Suicide prevention can be as simple as asking someone if they're okay. If you know someone who might be going through a difficult situation please reach out and talk to them. There are multiple hotlines available that offer free and confidential support including Military One Source, 1-800-342-9647, and the Veterans Crisis Line, and the Veterans Crisis Line, Dial 988 then PRESS 1. (U.S. Army video by Maliyah Williams) #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #suicideprevention #mentalhealth
Today is Patriot Day. Today honors the memory of the nearly 3,000 innocent victims who died in the September 11th, 2001, terrorist attacks. Each year Americans dedicate this day to remembering those who died and to the first responders who risked their own lives to save others. One year later, President George Bush proclaimed September 11th, 2002, the first Patriot Day. #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #PatriotDay
September is National Cholesterol Education Month. High cholesterol is one of the most common and commonly misunderstood health risks in America. It can be caused by an unhealthy diet and exacerbated by smoking and a lack of exercise and since it is symptomless it can be hard to diagnose. Learn more at www.cdc.gov/cholesterol. #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #nationalcholesteroleducationmonth
Today we celebrate Women’s Equality Day! 101 years ago, Secretary of State Bainbridge Colby signed the proclamation granting American women the constitutional right to vote following the Women’s Suffrage movement. In the early 19th century, American women, who generally couldn’t inherit property and made half of a man’s wages in any available jobs, began organizing to demand political rights and representation. This date became a national observance with President Nixon in 1972 when he issued Proclamation 4147. #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #WomensEqualityDay
#Monkeypox cases are on the rise. Here’s what you need to know to avoid getting it.
➡️ What is it? A rare disease caused by the monkeypox virus. You can get it through close, personal, skin-to-skin or face-to-face contact with anyone who has monkeypox.
➡️ Symptoms:
▪️Early flu-like symptoms
▪️Rash or sores (pox)
➡️ How Does it Spread? By close, personal contact with an infected person or by touching their personal items, such as:
▪️Sexual contact or intimate contact, especially with anonymous or new partners
▪️Kissing, cuddling, massaging, hugging or talking closely
▪️Contact with oral, anal, or genital area of a person with monkeypox
▪️Touching rash or sores of an infected person
▪️Touching contaminated fabrics, shared surfaces, & objects, such as bedding, towels & sex toys that were used by someone with monkeypox
➡️ If you have a new or unexplained rash, see your health care provider. Read more about monkeypox: https://go.usa.gov/xSv5F
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As the summer sun continues to heat up, don’t let those steamy nights cloud your judgment when it comes to safe sex. Check out this video for tips on how you can make sure your summer is STI free.
#SexualHealth #STIprevention #SafeSummer #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #MHS #TuesdayThoughts
As service members, sometimes the biggest battles we face are not in combat. We have an obligation to take care of Sailors and Marines - those still in uniform and those no longer serving. Take time this month to reach out to them. Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (U.S Marine Corps Video by Cpl. Yamil Casarreal and Lance Cpl. Christopher Mcmurry)
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It’s National Cholesterol Education Month, and we’ll be providing great facts to help you understand the basics and other facts about healthy cholesterol! High cholesterol is one of the most common and commonly misunderstood health risks in America. It can be caused by an unhealthy diet and exacerbated by smoking and a lack of exercise and since it is symptomless it can be hard to diagnose. #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #nationalcholesteroleducationmonth
Rear Admiral Bruce L. Gillingham, U.S. Navy Surgeon General and Chief, Bureau of Medicine and Surgery gives an update on the rapidly expanding COVID-19 Delta variant. #getvaccinated #sinkcovid
Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center Change of Command
Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center Change of Command Ceremony
Have you received your vaccination? One may be a lonely number, but it’s a contribution to a bigger picture. The more people that get vaccinated, the faster we can assess the evidence, make safe and informed changes and begin to relax additional public health measures. #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #COVID19Vaccine #vaccine
Today we honor the contributions and sacrifices that have been made by military spouses. Thank you for all that you do!
"Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Gilday, Vice Chief of Naval Operations Admiral William Lescher, and Chief of Legislative Affairs Rear Adm. Sara Joyner issued a statement regarding Military Spouse Appreciation Day." (Video by Petty Officer 1st Class Raymond Diaz III Chief of Naval Operations)
#MilitarySpouseAppreciationDay #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine
Brenda Ruhrer, CDR Susan Mojica and Capt. Hawkins are just a few of the awesome nurses we have at our command! Tag a #SuperNurse and let them know how much you appreciate them!
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Your phone can wait. Your safety can’t.
#UDrive #UText #UPay #JustDrive #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine
What To Expect After Getting A Covid-19 Vaccine
Happy Birthday Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
100-year-old Captain Jack Gillooly, the oldest living former Navy football player
Stop The Spread of Germs!