Virginia Dato MD MPH (@docginnyd) 's Twitter Profile
Virginia Dato MD MPH

@docginnyd

Retired Board Certified Public Health Physician

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NJDOH (@njdeptofhealth) 's Twitter Profile Photo

#DYK newborns get a special health check? 👶It's called newborn screening! This early checkup helps keep babies healthy from the start. Learn more: nj.gov/health/fhs/nbs/ #HealthierNJ #NewbornHealth #HealthyStartsHere

#DYK newborns get a special health check? 👶It's called newborn screening! This early checkup helps keep babies healthy from the start. Learn more: nj.gov/health/fhs/nbs/ #HealthierNJ #NewbornHealth #HealthyStartsHere
NJDOH (@njdeptofhealth) 's Twitter Profile Photo

On World Suicide Prevention Day we raise awareness that suicide is preventable. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for free, confidential support and resources. 988lifeline.org #HealthierNJ #Suicide

On World Suicide Prevention Day we raise awareness that suicide is preventable. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for free, confidential support and resources. 988lifeline.org #HealthierNJ #Suicide
Virginia Dato MD MPH (@docginnyd) 's Twitter Profile Photo

How do we as a nation address firearm deaths? Since in 2023 it was the leading cause of death for children and teens. everytownresearch.org/graph/firearms… Suicide is a high percentage of those deaths. publichealth.jhu.edu/center-for-gun… We decreased deaths from automobiles. Lets do the same for

NJDOH (@njdeptofhealth) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Since measles is so contagious, it is important to call your health care provider before going in case any special arrangements need to be made. Act quickly if you think you or your child has measles! Learn more: nj.gov/health/measles/ #HealthierNJ

Since measles is so contagious, it is important to call your health care provider before going in case any special arrangements need to be made. Act quickly if you think you or your child has measles! Learn more: nj.gov/health/measles/ #HealthierNJ
PA Department of Human Services (@pahumanservices) 's Twitter Profile Photo

No Pennsylvanian should go hungry. If you are struggling, don't hesitate to get help. Find resources: 🥗 dhs.pa.gov/SNAP 🤝 pa-navigate.org 🥫 feedingpa.org 🍎dhs.pa.gov/Ending-Hunger 🍼 pawic.com

No Pennsylvanian should go hungry. If you are struggling, don't hesitate to get help. Find resources:

🥗 dhs.pa.gov/SNAP
🤝 pa-navigate.org
🥫 feedingpa.org
🍎dhs.pa.gov/Ending-Hunger
🍼 pawic.com
Neil Stone (@drneilstone) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Vaccines are a victim of their own success None of you have seen tetanus or diphtheria or smallpox - because of vaccines But it also means you probably don't know how horrific they are

NJDOH (@njdeptofhealth) 's Twitter Profile Photo

You work hard to keep your kids safe as they grow. Make sure they’re in the right car seat for their age and size. Visit NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat for tips to keep your child as safe as possible in the car. #TheRightSeat #HealthierNJ

You work hard to keep your kids safe as they grow. Make sure they’re in the right car seat for their age and size. Visit NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat for tips to keep your child as safe as possible in the car. #TheRightSeat #HealthierNJ
Virginia Dato MD MPH (@docginnyd) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Here is an idea. Offer Medicaid to Citizen’s for the same premiums as they effectively paid for their health insurance for 2025 . This takes the insurer middle man out of the equation and the insurance companies can still offer supplemental plans and or full plans but they now

Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis (@lgaustindavis) 's Twitter Profile Photo

SNAP is our country's most important anti-hunger program that helps to feed children, working families, individuals with disabilities, and older adults. Join me as I call for federal action to fund SNAP and keep 2 million Pennsylvanians from going hungry: x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

PA Department of Health (@pahealthdept) 's Twitter Profile Photo

If you see someone having a seizure, you can help. ⏱ Stay calm + keep track of time ↔️ Move objects out of the way that could cause injury ⤵ Gently roll the person onto their side 🪪 Check for epilepsy identification If the seizure lasts longer than five minutes, get help!

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (@senbillcassidy) 's Twitter Profile Photo

I’m a doctor who has seen people die from vaccine-preventable diseases. What parents need to hear right now is vaccines for measles, polio, hepatitis B and other childhood diseases are safe and effective and will not cause autism. Any statement to the contrary is wrong,

DrDemetre (@dr_demetre) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Third infant in Kentucky dies of whooping cough as national cases stay high for second year in a row cidrap.umn.edu/pertussis/thir…

PA Department of Health (@pahealthdept) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Norovirus outbreaks can happen year-round, but they occur most often from November to April. Prevent #norovirus with these everyday tips ↓ 🫧 Wash your hands often 🥕 Rinse fruits & veggies 🦐 Cook shellfish thoroughly 🤢 Stay home when sick & avoid preparing food for others

PA Department of Health (@pahealthdept) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Since 1991, when CDC + American Academy of Pediatrics first recommended hepatitis B vaccination of newborns, infections in children + teens decreased 99%. Governor Josh Shapiro Administration urges CDC's ACIP to follow decades of trusted science + maintain hep B vaccine recommendation for newborns

Since 1991, when <a href="/CDCgov/">CDC</a> + <a href="/AmerAcadPeds/">American Academy of Pediatrics</a> first recommended hepatitis B vaccination of newborns, infections in children + teens decreased 99%. <a href="/GovernorShapiro/">Governor Josh Shapiro</a> Administration urges CDC's ACIP to follow decades of trusted science + maintain hep B vaccine recommendation for newborns
IDSA (@idsainfo) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The ACIP decision to discontinue the recommendation for a universal hepatitis B birth dose vaccine will cause harm. As the federal government continues to fail children's health, families can rely on our nation's physicians to continue to put children's health first.

The ACIP decision to discontinue the recommendation for a universal hepatitis B birth dose vaccine will cause harm.

As the federal government continues to fail children's health, families can rely on our nation's physicians to continue to put children's health first.