Tetanus Surveillance — United States, 2009–2023

New Surveillance Summary from MMWR describes tetanus cases in the U.S. from 2009-2023. From the report, “Approximately 1 in 10 persons who develop tetanus will die, with the highest mortality and case-fatality rates among older adults.” More: www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes... #altcdc #publichealthmatters

Spring gardening season is here, time to check your tetanus shot. Boosters are recommended every 10 years. Cuts and scrapes happen; protection should already be in place.
#PublicHealthMatters #CPHW26 #Tetanus
www.immunize.ca/tetanus

Meningococcal disease can become severe very quickly. Vaccination is the best protection—especially for youth, students, and those in shared living settings. Check what’s recommended for you.
#PublicHealthMatters #CPHW26 #MenB
www.immunize.ca/meningococcal

The seasonal influenza vaccination is not “one and done.” It’s recommended every year. For many adults, especially older adults and those with health conditions, it remains an important seasonal protection.
#PublicHealthMatters #CPHW26 #Influenza
www.immunize.ca/influenza

HPV vaccination is about more than one infection. It helps prevent several cancers. It’s best before exposure, but some adults may still benefit. Ask what’s recommended for you.
#PublicHealthMatters #CPHW26 #HPV
www.immunize.ca/human-papil...

Flooding your feed for National Public Health Week 💙

Because sexual health doesn’t get talked about enough — even though it affects everyone

Protection, consent, communication, pleasure — it’s all public health

Normalize the conversation 👀

#NPHW #SexPositive #PublicHealthMatters #TheSexWrap

New Video on Teen Substance Use Trends in 2026 from the Partnership to End Addiction
www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7x8...
#SubstanceUseAwareness #PublicHealth #publichealthmatters
#substanceuse #teenmentalhealth #TeenHealthMatters

Shingles (aka herpes zoster) is not just a rash. It can cause severe pain and lasting complications. In Canada, recombinant shingles vaccine is recommended for adults aged 50+ with a healthy immune system.
#PublicHealthMatters #CPHW26 #Shingles #HerpesZoster
www.immunize.ca/herpes-zost...

Pertussis (aka whooping cough) can be especially dangerous for newborns. In Canada, Tdap is recommended during every pregnancy, even if you’ve had it before, to help protect babies in their first weeks of life.
#PublicHealthMatters #CPHW26 #Pertussis
www.immunize.ca/pertussis-w...

Not sure what vaccines you’ve had? You’re not alone. Keep a personal vaccination record and bring it to appointments. Up-to-date records make catch-up and booster decisions much easier.
#PublicHealthMatters #CPHW26 #ImmunizationRecords
www.immunize.ca/tips-locati...

Vaccination is a lifelong part of health, not just a childhood milestone. Adults may need boosters, catch-up doses, or age-based vaccines for flu, shingles, RSV, pneumococcal disease, and more.
#PublicHealthMatters #CPHW26 #Immunization
www.immunize.ca/adults

Measles often starts with fever, cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes. The rash usually comes a few days later. If you think it might be measles, call ahead before visiting a clinic or ER.
#PublicHealthMatters #CPHW26 #Measles
www.immunize.ca/measles

Measles is back in Canada, and it spreads easily in homes, schools, clinics, and on the move. Before travel or spring events, check that you and your family are up to date on measles vaccination.
#PublicHealthMatters #CPHW26 #Measles
www.immunize.ca/measles

Join us on April 10th to learn more about our programs, meet our team, and discover how we’re building a healthier DC for everyone. Stop by our plaza event to connect with DC Health programs and resources! #NPHW #DCHealth #HealthyDC #PublicHealthMatters

UCSF - Why alcohol policies should target alcohol — not pregnant women
Apr 17 at 10:00 AM Pacific
ucsf.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

#UCSF #ANSRH #AlcoholResearch #alcoholpregnancy #PublicHealth #PublicHealthResearch #PublicHealthMatters #pregnancyhealth #substanceusepregnancy

National Public Health Week Join us in Celebrating National Public Health Week, April 6 - 12, 2026. APHA brings communities nationwide together to honor the contributions of public health and shine a light on the issues shaping ...

Make your plans for National Public Health Week - April 6 - 12:
www.apha.org/initiatives/...
#apha #NPHW #PublicHealth #PublicHealthMatters #PublicHealthResearch #research

New pod! It was so much fun chatting with Zak Rosen on the Weirdly Helpful pod about practical tips and surprising truths that can save your life.

Get it wherever you listen to your pods.

weirdlyhelpful.show/episodes/99-...

#publichealthmatters #booksbooksbooks #nonfiction

Finding & Reading the Law Finding & Reading the Law is a 2-hour virtual training focused on building practical legal skills to support effective policy change. Register by Oct 15 for 10%

ChangeLab Solutions Virtual Training: Finding & Reading the Law
Thu, May 7, 10am - 12pm PDT
events.humanitix.com/finding-and-...
#LegalPolicy #AlcoholResearch #CannabisResearch #PublicHealth #PublicHealthResearch #PublicHealthMatters #law

We know what works.
We know what saves lives.
And we know that cutting services during a public health crisis will cost lives.
#HarmReductionSavesLives
#EndTheStigma
#PublicHealthMatters
#SaveLivesNotCuts
#OverdoseCrisis
#SaferSupply
#SupportDontPunish
#HealthcareForAll
#OntarioHealth
#CommunityCare

White House says it’s ‘done’ with vaccines. MAHA begs to differ As Trump political advisers try to move on from vaccine policy debates, MAHA movement insiders push back, calling RFK Jr. supporters vital to GOP's success.

" ... officials who were granted anonymity 2 discuss internal strategy. 'We’re just kind of done w/the vaccine issue. We’ve done what we want to do on the vaccine front.'" 2/2 #MedSky #IDSky #CanSky

You've done enough!

#StoptheGrift #PublicHealthMatters
www.statnews.com/2026/03/13/t...

#PublicHealth #PublicHealthMatters #PublicHealthAwareness #PublicHealthEducation #publichealthprofessionals #PublicHealthLeadership #PublicHealthLeaders #OnlineLearning #VirtualLearning #Virtualschooling #highereducation #tourouniversitycalifornia #wearetouro #criminaljustice

Get ready for National Public Health Week, April 6 - 12, 2026.
Here's how to prepare:
www.apha.org/initiatives/...
#NPHW #APHA #PublicHealth #PublicHealthAwareness
#PublicHealthMatters #publichealthlaw #PublicHealthLeadership

National Compassionate Care Council NCCC is a coalition of healthcare-forward organizations across the medicinal cannabis industry that re focused on prioritizing strict product standards and high quality research to inform smart cannab...

The National Compassionate Care Council is a coalition of healthcare-forward cannabis stakeholders...
#NCCC #USPolitics #USCongress #PublicHealthMatters #medicalcannabis #HealthcareInnovation #cdnpoli #canadacannabisnews
www.compassionatecarecouncil.org

Women and Alcohol | National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) Research shows that alcohol use and misuse among women are increasing. While alcohol misuse by anyone presents serious public health concerns, women who drink have a higher risk of certain alcohol-rel...

For Women's History Month, check out the NIH publication on women, alcohol and public health.
www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications...
#alcoholpolicy #WomensHistoryMonth #womenshealth
#AlcoholAwareness #womenshistory #PublicHealthMatters

AP2026 Request for Proposals Thank you for your interest in participating in AP2026! This year's Alcohol Policy Conference, hosted by the U.S. Alcohol Policy Alliance, will be held September 29 - October 1 in Arlington, Virginia...

Submit Abstracts for 2026 Alcohol Policy Conference
"Looking Ahead Together: Advancing Alcohol Policy in a Changing World”
Sept 29 – Oct 1, 2026 - Arlington, Virginia
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#alcoholpolicy #usapa #alcoholawareness #PublicHealthMatters #PublicHealthMatters

Alcohol Law & Policy Conference - Center for Alcohol Policy Continuing Legal Education: As always, our staff will seek appropriate CLE course accreditation for the 2026 ALPC. Progress will be updated below weekly as the conference approaches. Below are reminde...

19th Annual Alcohol Law and Policy Conference to be held Monday, August 24 - Wednesday, August 26, 2025
centerforalcoholpolicy.org/alcohol-law-...
#PolicyMatters #policy #LawandPolicy #PublicHealthMatters

Fearing ICE crackdown, immigrants nationally are avoiding treatment, sometimes with dire consequences Doctors nationally are describing harrowing consequences for patients who put off medical care because of fears of ICE.

" ... repeatedly told by patients that fears regarding ICE wer keeping them away." 2/2

No health care. No vaccines. Babies dying. Fear everywhere. Courtesy of the corrupt, cruel Rs currently in power. #votethemout #votingmatters #publichealthmatters #iceout
www.statnews.com/2026/02/03/i...

New consideration/exclusion criteria unlocked for travel stateside: measles caseloads (+ women's health policies, military occupation, # of ICE cosplayers, etc) in local jurisdictions.

#measles #episky #epidemiology #publichealth #publichealthmatters #publichealthsaveslives

New Research from PRC:
Recreational Cannabis Sales to Apparently Alcohol-Intoxicated Customers

prev.org/2026/01/29/r...
#CannabisAware #SubstanceUseAwareness #SubstanceUsePrevention #responsiblebeverage
#ResearchMatters #PublicHealth #PublicHealthMatters #PublicHealthEducation

Homelessness isn’t just a housing issue — it’s a health crisis. 🚑🦴
📢 Read the blog, join the conversation, and comment with ideas on how communities can improve care and outreach!

🔗 streetcare.us/blog_homeles...

#HealthCrisis #HomelessSupport #StreetCare #CommunityAction #PublicHealthMatters