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    Mar 13

    Vulto Creamery recalled more cheeses b/c of possible Listeria contamination. Throw them away, and clean your fridge.

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  2. 2 hours ago

    Did you know pee in the pool mixes with chlorine & uses it up, so there is less chlorine to kill germs?

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  3. 3 hours ago

    is a leading cause of disability & causes joint pain. Learn about the effects of arthritis.

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  4. 4 hours ago

    Cerebral Palsy is typically diagnosed during the 1st or 2nd year after birth. Know the signs:

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  5. 5 hours ago

    CP is the most common motor disability of childhood? CDC estimates ~1/345 children have been identified w/ CP.

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  6. 8 hours ago

    Remember to follow for updates on & info on how to avoid healthcare associated infections.

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  7. 8 hours ago

    CDC encourages you to get involved in . Everyone has a role to play.

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  8. 8 hours ago

    Thank you for hosting today's chat!

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  9. 8 hours ago

    A4 NARMS helps you see how has changed over the past 20 years:

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  10. 8 hours ago

    A4 Visit CDC’s Get Smart page to learn how you can preserve the power of antibiotics:

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  11. 8 hours ago

    A4 View outpatient antibiotic prescriptions data using CDC's Patient Safety Atlas:

    1 reply 12 retweets 5 likes
  12. 8 hours ago

    A4 Fight by prescribing the right antibiotic at the right dose for the right duration & only when needed.

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  13. 8 hours ago

    A4 Because bacteria are always changing, new abx & diagnostic tests will always be needed to keep up with resistant bacteria.

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  14. 8 hours ago

    A4 Drug resistant bacteria can cause healthcare-associated infections, making them hard to treat.

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  15. 8 hours ago

    A4 Misusing antibiotics can increase a patient's chance of being infected with a resistant germ.

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  16. 8 hours ago

    A4 Antibiotics are miracle drugs but they also have risks such as allergic reactions & C diff infections.

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  17. 8 hours ago

    A3 Patients should be empowered to raise concerns and have access to information around their diagnosis.

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  18. 8 hours ago

    A3 If you do not see your healthcare providers clean their hands, ask them to do so.

    5 replies 42 retweets 39 likes
  19. 8 hours ago

    A3 If you are having surgery, ask your doctor how he/she prevents surgical site infections.

    2 replies 12 retweets 16 likes
  20. 8 hours ago

    A3 Who should be aware of safe injection practices? Anyone who receives an injection or IV therapy.

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  21. 8 hours ago

    A3 When you or a loved one leaves the hospital - make sure you know how to follow your doctor's instructions

    1 reply 9 retweets 15 likes

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