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Anthony Chen

@AChenTPCHD

Family physician & public health professional. Innovative, systems-oriented, strategic thinker. Director emeritus @TPCHD. Follow @ALTChenMDMPH@threads.net

 Tacoma, WA
Joined June 2015
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I am abandoning Twitter and moving to Threads. Thanks all my followers & those sharing cogent & timely information. You can follow me at @[email protected] @TPCHD @WSMA_update @NACCHOalerts @WSALPHO @WADeptHealth @WAStPubHealth @PublicHealth @BrianCCastrucci @KCPubHealth
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...READY FOR IT?🎤 Here's our BEJEWELED Paint Maps comin' in with STYLE and TAYLORED for all the things happening this weekend! This is an ENCHANTED and busy weekend, there's no BLANK SPACE! We're LOVERS of showing you all the events and closures happening! Take a look BESTIE!
A map of the Puget Sound area with doodle drawings of several events with logos and drawings of some sports teams and shows who have events this weekend in Seattle. Doodle drawings of construction signs and equipment showing several areas of roadwork along SR 520, I-5 and SR 18.

ALT A map of the Puget Sound area with doodle drawings of several events with logos and drawings of some sports teams and shows who have events this weekend in Seattle. Doodle drawings of construction signs and equipment showing several areas of roadwork along SR 520, I-5 and SR 18.

A map of Washington State with doodle drawings of construction signs and equipment showing several areas of roadwork along SR 106, US 2, SR 96, SR 18 and US 101 with logos and drawings of some festivals and shows happening this weekend across the state.

ALT A map of Washington State with doodle drawings of construction signs and equipment showing several areas of roadwork along SR 106, US 2, SR 96, SR 18 and US 101 with logos and drawings of some festivals and shows happening this weekend across the state.

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Qagggy!@Qagggy21 Jul 2023
If all you see are cyclists in athletic gear, your city probably isn’t serving the majority of people who would like to get around by bike.
A bunch of people biking in Utrecht.

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Thanks @leagueofcities for visiting our hometown @CityofTacoma! Proud that Mayor Woodards is serving as president
National League of Cities (@leagueofcities) profile pictureNational League of Cities
@leagueofcities20 Jul 2023
NLC leaders were out and about in @CityofTacoma learning about their mobility and sustainability efforts as well as how the city is supporting its unsheltered residents at every phase. Members rode the city's light rail, electric buses and visited 3 shelter sites.
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To end #HIV, we must end #stigma and #discrimination.
CDC HIV (@CDC_HIV) profile pictureCDC HIV@CDC_HIV21 Jul 2023
Today is #ZeroHIVStigmaDay! To help people with HIV live their best lives, we must end #HIV stigma and discrimination. This starts with sharing facts. #UequalsU. People with HIV who are undetectable can stay healthy and CANNOT transmit HIV to their partners.
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Everyone has a role to play in reducing stigma and that includes governments, that must affirm the dignity of people living with/vulnerable to, HIV and ensure that enabling policy and legal environments exist for high-impact public health responses to HIV/AIDS. #ZeroHIVStigmaDay
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Welcome the first official mascot of the @USPHSCC, LCDR Abigail. She is trained and ready for action to provide therapeutic care to patients. LCDR Abigail will serve as a living symbol of USPHS’ commitment to the greater public and protecting the nation’s health. #USPHSMascot
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This is one of the earlier photographs of Northern Pacific Railroad shop employees that we've ever come across! The photo was taken in Tacoma in July 1888. The employees are standing in gradually elevated rows against a wood wall. 📷: @HistoryMuseum #TacomaHistory #NP150
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Going to (or near) the @seattlestorm game today at 6 pm? Get free tickets when you get vaccinated and other free services!
Washington State Department of Health (@WADeptHealth) profile pictureWashington State Department of Health
@WADeptHealth20 Jul 2023
⚡Take your shot!🏀 Our Care-a-van will be outside the Seattle Storm game on July 22. TWO comp tickets to select games for every youth vaccination! Also, blood pressure checks, health services, boosters, and more. Go to on.nba.com/3PZf2qo today!
Take Your Shot with Washington State Department of Health

Take Your Shot with Washington State Department of Health

The Seattle Storm and the Washington State Department of Health were excited to partner on the “Take Your Shot” campaign this season, aiming to educate and incentivize families and youth in Seattle...

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Hot weather this weekend! Avoid heat exhaustion and heat stroke by following these tips: bit.ly/3Omlt5K
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In recognition for her efforts to highlight the geologic Eras that formed the planet and for shaping our world as much as the tectonic plates beneath us, we have selected @taylorswift13 as an Honorary Geologist for the state of Washington.
A purple certificate peppered with cartoon rocks, a rock hammer, and a volcano. It is very official. The text reads: Honorary Geologist Awarded to Taylor Alison Swift for championing awareness for Earth’s geologic eras by bringing the Eras Tour to Earth The document is signed by Commissioner of Lands Hilary Franz and State Geologist Casey Hanell

ALT A purple certificate peppered with cartoon rocks, a rock hammer, and a volcano. It is very official. The text reads: Honorary Geologist Awarded to Taylor Alison Swift for championing awareness for Earth’s geologic eras by bringing the Eras Tour to Earth The document is signed by Commissioner of Lands Hilary Franz and State Geologist Casey Hanell

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Intense heat wave baking the majority of the Lower 48 AND Alaska. Will take a toll on people and environments
National Weather Service (@NWS) profile pictureNational Weather Service
@NWS21 Jul 2023
While much of the Southern U.S. has been in a prolonged heat wave this July and the heat expected to build in the West this weekend, it appears our colleagues @NWSCPC are forecasting an expansive heat wave at the end of next week across the majority of the Lower 48 and Alaska.
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.@MelindaGates said it best: “It’s time to start treating child care as essential infrastructure—just as worthy of funding as roads and fiber optic cables.” #WD2023
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IMPORTANT #recall alert for children’s cups! CUPKIN Double-Walled Stainless Steel Children’s Cups contain lead levels exceeding the federal lead content ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Learn more: bit.ly/3Y33C6Q
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Happy 50th @iexaminer! Thanks for elevating news about the SCID and APA community!
INT'L. EXAMINER 🐉 (@iexaminer) profile pictureINT'L. EXAMINER 🐉@iexaminer22 Jul 2023
Happy 50th, IE. We love you. In honor of this anniversary, come to the CID to pick up a copy of this issue in print. It has all of the latest CID news, arts happenings, and pieces from a few of the many who've made the IE invaluable in its 50-year history. Help keep the IE free!
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RIP Michael Weilert #VisionZero
Downtown On the Go (@DowntownOntheGo) profile pictureDowntown On the Go@DowntownOntheGo21 Jul 2023
One Year Later: Photo of the Week #29: This week we remember Michael Weilert, who was killed by a driver while riding his bike. Please keep his family and community in your thoughts as we work towards safer streets for all. mailchi.mp/downtownonthego/8… Photo Credit: @amberw2016
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Thanks @PierceTransit for always keeping #PierceCounty and the region moving!
Pierce Transit (@PierceTransit) profile picturePierce Transit
@PierceTransit19 Jul 2023
Kudos to the Pierce Transit employees who helped provide 14,000 rides to the JBLM Airshow last weekend! The team went above and beyond, ultimately requesting larger buses and an escort to navigate the crowds. They also handed out water to customers who were waiting in line. Thank you for working hard for our community!
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Talent, beauty, riches & success don’t protect from—and may worsen—anxiety, distress, pressure, despair & distress that feels unbearable and hopeless. To prevent #suicide, we must move upstream and prevent despair & distress. RIP #CoCoLee 李玟 m.youtube.com/watch?v=f2wiVa…
李玟 CoCo Lee - 等愛降落

李玟 CoCo Lee - 等愛降落

Music video by CoCo Lee performing Wating For Love. (C) 1997 Sony M...

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Even normally temperate Western WA has been dry and hot. It’s worse with #ElNino and #ClimateChange. Take precautions and be prepared
Washington State Department of Health (@WADeptHealth) profile pictureWashington State Department of Health
@WADeptHealth20 Jul 2023
Washington is getting HOT! Especially if you are on the east side, please remember that warm temperatures can quickly rise to dangerous levels — especially in parked cars. Stay Weather-Ready and don’t underestimate the heat. weather.gov/safety/heat
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SAMHSA@samhsagov19 Jul 2023
Some warning signs may help you determine if a young person in your life at risk for suicide, especially if the behavior is new, has increased, or seems related to a painful event, loss, or change. Seek help by reaching out to @988Lifeline
Suicide Warning Signs for Youth 1. Talking about or making plans for suicide 2. Expressing hopelessness about the future 3. Displaying severe/overwhelming emotional pain or distress 4. Showing worrisome behavioral cues or marked changes in behavior, particularly in the presence of the warning signs above. Specifically, this includes significant: • Withdrawal from or changing social connections/situations • Changes in sleep (increased or decreased) • Anger or hostility that seems out of character or out of context • Recent increased agitation or irritability If you or a friend is in crisis, call or text 988 or chat at 988Lifeline.org

ALT Suicide Warning Signs for Youth 1. Talking about or making plans for suicide 2. Expressing hopelessness about the future 3. Displaying severe/overwhelming emotional pain or distress 4. Showing worrisome behavioral cues or marked changes in behavior, particularly in the presence of the warning signs above. Specifically, this includes significant: • Withdrawal from or changing social connections/situations • Changes in sleep (increased or decreased) • Anger or hostility that seems out of character or out of context • Recent increased agitation or irritability If you or a friend is in crisis, call or text 988 or chat at 988Lifeline.org

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