11 kids have drowned in Texas this year.

Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for kids under the age of five. Water is a great way to beat the heat, but the key is to be safe. Learn more here ☀️: bit.ly/3TOxRNn

It's World Immunization Week 💉

This week is a reminder about the important role immunizations play in halting the spread of diseases. Get immunized to protect yourself, loved ones, and for a #healthytexas . Talk to your doctor for more information: dshs.texas.gov/immunization-u…

Buzz, buzz - mosquito season is here! Here a few tips to protect yourself and #fightthebite :

🦟 Use an EPA-approved insect repellant.
🦟 Wear protective clothing outside.
🦟 Avoid shaded, bushy areas.

Learn more here: texasmosquito.org/mosquitoes-in-…

April is Testicle Cancer Awareness Month.

Testicular cancer is one of the rarest types of cancer, accounting for about 1% of cancer cases for men.

Be aware and check as regular self-exams can lead to early detection. More here: bit.ly/3xwYxuE

TDEM continues to support Texans impacted by recent severe storms and flooding.

Our regional Recovery Coordinator and Voluntary Agency Liaison have assisted Jasper County flood survivors with reporting residential damages in Kirbyville.

Report Damage: damage.tdem.texas.gov

The Texas Center for Infectious Disease celebrated World Tuberculosis Day in San Antonio. World TB Day marks the day in 1882 when the bacteria that causes tuberculosis was discovered.

This disease continues to impact people in the Lone Star State.

April 14-20 is STD Awareness Week. STD Awareness Week provides an opportunity to raise awareness about STDs.

Talk to your healthcare provider about sexual health and get tested for STDs. Learn more here: bit.ly/43OZ1IA

#stdawareness #talktesttreat

We're public health, of course we were going to jump on this trend 🤭

#publichealth #texas #nationalpublichealthweek

Kicking of the ETU Texas Summit with a look at state data from Texas DSHS' Delaney LaBrutta. Among TX youth, e-cigarette use has decreased in the last decade but is still the most commonly used tobacco product with 7.9% reporting any use.
Source: 2023 Texas Youth Tobacco Survey

1 in 5 new HIV diagnoses in the United States occurs in young people ages 13-24.

Take a moment to learn about how you can help prevent HIV and protect the rights of those living with HIV/AIDS: bit.ly/43RPgJF.

#NYHAAD #healthytexas

Protect little ones, one shot at a time 💉

Let's safeguard their tomorrows today: bit.ly/43PORat

🌘🌑🌒 Happy Eclipse Day y'all 🌘🌑🌒
#TotalSolarEclipse2024

‼️Texans and Visitors: Be Prepared for Active Texas Weather Threats Today‼️

Expect & Plan for Severe Storms with:
🌧️Large hail
💨Damaging winds
🌪️Tornadoes

✅Stay Weather Aware
✅Heed Local Warnings
✅Have A Plan

Safety tips: texasready.gov

#Eclipse2024 #txwx

Did you know Texas is the state with the second most tuberculosis cases?

Reaching people early with care can prevent severe illness from this infectious disease. Learn how you can take action here: bit.ly/3VWZkim

More than one in seven adults have chronic kidney disease (CKD).

Chronic kidney disease is a when the kidneys are damaged and cannot filter blood as well as they should. Take control of your kidney health today 🫁: bit.ly/4cKoqak

We're now five days away from the rare total solar eclipse 🌑

Eclipse or no eclipse, staring at the sun in general can lead to irreversible damage to the eye. Here are some tips to keep in mind as the big day approaches over Texas: science.nasa.gov/eclipses/safet…

This week, DSHS celebrates National Public Health Week. We thank our staff who work everyday to ensure Texans live better ❤ #nphw #healthytexas

Great turnout for SPPH’s 2nd #NPHW2024 event - our Public Health Career Panel!

Panelists include employees from Harris County Public Health #GetVaxxed, Texas DSHS, Institute for Bioethics & Health Humanities, Harris County’s Office of County Administration, and the Albert Schweitzer Fellowship of Houston/Galveston.