A listing of the health related text messages sent by the CDC. http://emergency.cdc.gov/ http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/images/cdclogo.jpg http://emergency.cdc.gov/ 95 61 en-us cdcweb@cdc.gov Health Public Health Get healthy in 2010! It’s not 2 late 2 sign up for weekly tips on how 2 eat healthy & be active. Reply NEWYEAR 2 start getting tips on Mondays! CDC 800-232-4636 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=760457 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=760457 Mon, 01 Feb 2010 17:07:00 EST Did u know CDC has a mobile Web site where U can find weekly health features, important info about H1N1 Flu, travel advisories & more. Visit m.cdc.gov today. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=760351 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=760351 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:07:00 EST Major storm in OK may cause power outages. B safe & place generators outside-25ft from door/window. Don't use oven 2 heat home or grill inside. CDC 800-232-4636 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=760350 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=760350 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 17:07:00 EST R U ready for an emergency? Make a disaster supply kit with food, water, first aid items & other essentials. CDC: m.cdc.gov/kit or 800-232-4636. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=752979 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=752979 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 17:07:00 EST Responding to Haiti quake? Learn about travel warnings & health recs for relief workers responding to disasters. CDC: m.cdc.gov/travel or 800-232-4636 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=719038 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=719038 Mon, 18 Jan 2010 17:07:00 EST Flu vaccine is the single best way to protect against flu. It's not too late to get the 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine. CDC: m.cdc.gov/vaccine or 800-232-4636 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=719037 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=719037 Sat, 16 Jan 2010 17:07:00 EST Concerned about health impact of Haiti quake? Learn about illness, injury, food & water safety, coping in a crisis... CDC: m.cdc.gov/haiti or 800-232-4636 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=719036 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=719036 Fri, 15 Jan 2010 17:07:00 EST Extremely COLD temps outside! Prepare UR home & cars w/emerg. kits. Be ready 4 power outages. Dress warmly. Check on children, elderly & pets: m.cdc.gov/winter http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=667150 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=667150 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 17:07:00 EST Be active! Get 2.5 hrs of moderate activity each week: walk fast, ride a bike, dance, play tennis. Break a sweat! CDC 800-232-4636. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=617286 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=617286 Tue, 05 Jan 2010 17:07:00 EST Resolve to be healthy in 2010! Reply NEWYEAR to get weekly tips on weight loss, fitness & nutrition. CDC 800-232-4636. Rply HEALTH QUIT to end. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=617285 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=617285 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 17:07:00 EST Happy New Year! Celebrate safely: Wear a seat belt, ensure passengers wear one or R in child seat safely, & don’t drink & drive! CDC 800-232-4636 or m.cdc.gov http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=617284 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=617284 Thu, 31 Dec 2009 17:07:00 EST Recycle UR holiday tree! Each yr, 50 million holiday trees R bought in U.S-only 30 million R recycled. Reduce landfill waste & breathe easier. CDC 800-232-4636 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=579037 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=579037 Tue, 29 Dec 2009 17:07:00 EST Ready 4 the big game but not the weight gain? Control portions when eating in front of TV. Put snacks in small bowl & resist eating from bag. CDC 800-232-4636 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=579038 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=579038 Sun, 27 Dec 2009 17:07:00 EST Keep food safe this holiday! To avoid food-related illness, refrigerate leftovers within 2 hrs & eat, freeze or discard within 3-4 days. CDC 800-232-4636 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=579036 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=579036 Thu, 24 Dec 2009 17:07:00 EST Prepare holiday meals safely. Wash hands & kitchen surfaces often. Keep raw meat/poultry/eggs away from other foods. Cook food 2 proper temp. CDC 800-232-4636 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=579035 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=579035 Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:07:00 EST Rethink UR drink this season & avoid holiday weight gain. Limit sugary drinks like mocha, eggnog, or soda. Choose water or sugar-free drinks. CDC 800-232-4636 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=537219 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=537219 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:07:00 EST Manage holiday stress. Don't over commit or over spend. Take breaks, stay in touch with friends/family, go for a walk. CDC 800-232-4636. Rply HEALTH QUIT to end http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=537172 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=537172 Sat, 19 Dec 2009 17:07:00 EST Looking for holiday gifts? Don't give flu for the holidays. Get seasonal & H1N1 flu vaccines now. Find vaccine locations at www.flu.gov. CDC 800-232-4636 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=502528 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=502528 Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:07:00 EST Most house fires occur in winter. Never leave fireplace, space heaters, candles unattended. Use smoke alarms. Practice family fire escape plan. CDC 800-232-4636 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=486002 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=486002 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 17:07:00 EST Holiday shopping? Parties? Travel? Stay healthy 4 the holidays - Wash hands often, cover UR cough & use hand sanitizer when in crowds. Call CDC 800-232-4636. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=470581 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=470581 Sat, 12 Dec 2009 17:07:00 EST Ready 4 winter? Prevent frost bite by dressing warmly. Pack an emg. kit in UR car and stock up on supplies 4 UR home in case of power outages. CDC 800-232-4636 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=451842 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=451842 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 17:07:00 EST Avoid Salmonella infection from water frogs. Wash hands after contact. If diarrhea, fever, cramps: call UR doctor CDC: http://m.cdc.gov/waterfrogs, 800-232-4636 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=442706 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=442706 Mon, 07 Dec 2009 17:07:00 EST Avoid 2nd-hand smoke. Nonsmoking adults who R exposed 2 secondhand smoke increase their risk of heart disease by 25-30%. CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=442292 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=442292 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 17:07:00 EST 20% of people w/HIV in U.S. don't know they R infected & may unknowingly transmit HIV. Find HIV test cntrs near U: Text ur zipcode to 566948. CDC 800-232-4636. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=436053 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=436053 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:07:00 EST Beware of fraudulent H1N1 flu products that aren't approved 4 diagnosis, prevention, or treatment. Check FDA's list: www.fda.gov/h1n1fraud or call 800-551-3989 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=430911 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=430911 Sat, 28 Nov 2009 17:07:00 EST Thanksgiving is Nat'l Family History Day. Talk to UR family about health conditions that run in UR family. Learn more http://m.cdc.gov/family. CDC 800-232-4636 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=430905 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=430905 Thu, 26 Nov 2009 17:07:00 EST Traveling 4 the holidays? Wash hands often & postpone travel if ill. Wait 24 hrs after fever is gone (w/o fever-reducing meds) to travel. CDC 800-232-4636. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=391964 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=391964 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:07:00 EST Plan now to have a healthy Thanksgiving. Change traditional favorites to reduce calories, eat healthy snacks, & plan ways to be active. Call CDC 800-232-4636 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=359895 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=359895 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:07:00 EST Spread the word! Tell friends & family to text 4HEALTH to 87000 to get these weekly H1N1 messages & impt health tips. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=347409 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=347409 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:07:00 EST People w/ diabetes have increased risk of illness from any flu. CDC recommends H1N1 & seasonal flu shot, not nasal spray 4 those w/ diabetes. CDC 800-232-4636. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=340807 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=340807 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:07:00 EST Babies under 6 mos can't get flu vaccine & are at high risk 4 complications. If U care 4 or live w/ infants, get vaccinated to protect them. CDC 800-232-4636. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=302629 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=302629 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:07:00 EST Relenza (antiviral drug) is approved 2 treat 2009 H1N1 flu in adults & kids 7 yrs+ but only if no breathing problems or heart disease. Call CDC 800-232-4636. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=295145 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=295145 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:07:00 EST Tamiflu (antiviral drug) is approved to treat 2009 H1N1 flu in kids & adults. Liquid child dose & capsule adult dose. Call CDC 800-232-4636. http://m.cdc.gov. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=263932 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=263932 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:07:00 EST Antiviral drugs 4 treating flu work best if started w/in first 2 days of symptoms. Call CDC 800-232-4636. http://m.cdc.gov. To opt-out reply HEALTH QUIT. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=256099 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=256099 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:07:00 EST Test your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detector when u turn your clocks back on Nov 1; replace batteries if needed. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=249163 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=249163 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:07:00 EST Adults 50+ need a seasonal flu shot. Healthy adults 50+ can delay an H1N1 shot until high risk groups get it. Call CDC 800-232-4636, http://m.cdc.gov. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=241061 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=241061 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:07:00 EST If sick, stay home (except 2 get medical care) at least 24 hrs after fever is gone (w/o using fever-reducing meds). Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=232897 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=232897 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:07:00 EST Infants younger than 6 months of age are too young to get the 2009 H1N1 and seasonal flu vaccines. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=220092 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=220092 Sat, 24 Oct 2009 13:07:00 EST Children younger than 10 years should receive two doses of 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200958 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200958 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:07:00 EST 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine is recommended for pregnant women. Side effects will likely be similar to seasonal flu vaccine: mild & localized. Call CDC 800-232-4636. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200957 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200957 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:07:00 EST CDC says to take 3 actions 2 fight flu: get vaccinated; stop germs & take antivirals if ur doctor says to. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov 4 more info. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200911 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200911 Sat, 17 Oct 2009 13:07:00 EST Cover cough & sneezes to protect others. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200910 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200910 Sat, 10 Oct 2009 13:07:00 EST Plan for a safe trip-check for any travel advisories. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200909 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200909 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:07:00 EST Learn about flu symptoms-stay home if you are sick; call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200908 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200908 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 13:07:00 EST Encourage friends & family to get seasonal flu vaccine shot asap. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200907 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200907 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:07:00 EST Flu activity is increasing in parts of U.S. So far, most flu is 2009 H1N1 flu. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200906 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200906 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:07:00 EST Encourage friends & family to get seasonal flu vaccine as soon as available. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200905 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200905 Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:07:00 EST Get your seasonal flu vaccine now or as soon as it is available in your community. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. - CDC http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200857 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200857 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 13:07:00 EST Get plenty of sleep to stay healthy. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end. - CDC http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200903 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200903 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:07:00 EST Share 2009 H1N1 flu info from CDC with friends & family. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end. - CDC http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200904 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=200904 Sat, 19 Sep 2009 13:07:00 EST Remember to get your seasonal flu vaccine; learn more at flu.gov. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end. - CDC http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=15590 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=15590 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:07:00 EST Get the latest science-based flu information at http://www.flu.gov. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end. - CDC http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=14991 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=14991 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:07:00 EST US GOV/HHS Health Alert: Check salmonella-related peanut butter recalls from FDA at http://www.fda.gov/oc/opacom/hottopics/salmonellatyph.html. More info CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=10962 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=10962 Mon, 23 Feb 2009 13:07:00 EST US GOV/HHS Health Alert: Never mix bleach and ammonia to clean; the fumes can kill you. More info CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=10142 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=10142 Fri, 10 Oct 2008 10:36:00 EST US GOV/HHS Health Alert: See or smell mold? Clean it with 1 cup household liquid bleach per 1 gallon water. More info CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=10141 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=10141 Fri, 10 Oct 2008 10:35:00 EST US GOV/HHS Health Alert: If candles are all you have, place them in safe holders away from things that can burn. More info CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=10140 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=10140 Fri, 10 Oct 2008 10:34:00 EST US GOV/HHS Health Alert: Carbon monoxide can cause headaches dizziness nausea and death. If concerned seek help. More info CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=10139 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=10139 Fri, 10 Oct 2008 10:34:00 EST URGENT safety alert from US Gov: Don't use generators/grills inside home, garage, carport. Carbon monoxide gas can kill! Call CDC 800-232-4636 for health info http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=10138 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=10138 Fri, 10 Oct 2008 10:32:00 EST