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Preparedness starts with people. 33 MRC Massachusetts units came together in Worcester for MA’s 4th annual Training Day Conference hosted by @MassDPH. Attendees strengthened skills, built connections, and advanced public health preparedness. aspr.gov/readiness-response/… #PrepMonth
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Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) donning and doffing can be the difference between safety and exposure. 🧤 Learn essential techniques for putting on and removing PPE correctly in this TRAIN course. Build your PPE competency today. ➡️ train.org/main/course/112745…
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Kansas MRC unit leaders gathered for a hands-on workshop focused on outreach, volunteer engagement, and training. Thanks to MRC-STTRONG funding, Kansas has increased volunteer membership by 98% and strengthened community resilience statewide. aspr.gov/readiness-response/… #PrepMonth
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Why do infectious diseases continue to reemerge despite public health advances? 🌎In this TRAIN course, you will learn the fundamentals of infectious disease prevention, control, elimination, and eradication by examining past outcomes and challenges. ➡️ bit.ly/3SQH0Zs
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MRC teamed up with local & tribal partners to protect health at FIFA World Cup celebrations in 6 states! ⚽ MRC units supported World Cup activities by staffing first aid stations, supporting Fan Fests, assisting with emergency planning, and more: aspr.gov/readiness-response/…
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Congratulations to the winners of Virginia Medical Reserve Corps’ 2025 E.P.I.C. (Engage, Partner, Innovate, & Champion) Awards! The VA MRC recognizes outstanding health districts & partners who have supported the VA MRC. aspr.gov/readiness-response/… #PrepMonth
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What can past pandemics teach us about today’s infectious disease threats? 📚
TRAIN’s Infectious Disease Control series explores the history of infectious disease pandemics, the impact of control efforts, and contributing factors to new threats. ➡️ bit.ly/4yg0TZr
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How do epidemiologists investigate outbreaks and stop diseases from spreading? 🦠
Build your public health preparedness knowledge by learning the basics of infectious disease epidemiology, surveillance, outbreak response, and more in this TRAIN course. ➡️train.org/main/course/104987…
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On #911, Americans answered the call to serve. Today, 270,000+ MRC volunteers carry that spirit forward by strengthening their communities year-round and during emergencies. This #DayOfService, honor the 9/11 legacy of service. Join your local MRC unit: aspr.gov/readiness-response/…
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From emergencies to trainings and community events, MRC volunteers showed up for their neighbors throughout the past year. Thank you for sharing your time, skills, and compassion to help make your communities healthier and safer. aspr.gov/MRC
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Many MRC units have shown what’s possible when trusted local partners come together to address substance use disorder. We’re excited to build new partnerships at today’s Convening and expand the role MRC can play in strengthening community responses to opioid use disorder.
I opened the Coordinated Overdose Response to Treatment Convening with a clear call to action: we must work together to strengthen our response to substance use disorder in every community.
The Medical Reserve Corps has shown the power of community engagement during public health emergencies and has the potential to support communities in overdose response and recovery.
ALT PDAS Knox provides opening remarks at Coordinated Overdose Response to Treatment Convening
ALT Julia Limage, Houston Parks, and Darrin Donato at the Coordinated Overdose Response to Treatment Convening
ALT Coordinated Overdose Response to Treatment Convening conference room filled with attendees
ALT MRC unit leader at Coordinated Overdose Response to Treatment Convening
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When Maui needed help, Medical Reserve Corps volunteers answered the call. During the 2023 wildfires, approximately 1,400 volunteers contributed more than 2,245 hours supporting medical care, behavioral health, shelters, and recovery efforts across Maui, Oahu, and Kauai.
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When disaster strikes, MRC volunteers are the local resource for communities in need. 💙 Spokane County and North Idaho units are supporting response efforts for the Washington wildfires at a Red Cross shelter in Spokane, providing evacuees with assistance when it's needed most.
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In 2025, MRC volunteers in 37 states and territories supported opioid response efforts through overdose prevention training, naloxone distribution, youth outreach, and community education. 2,600+ volunteers contributed 7,100 hours to help save lives. aspr.gov/readiness-response/…
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From CPR and emergency training to real-world response, MRC volunteers are vital to their communities. To all of our volunteers: thank you for your service. In the ASPR Blog, @HHS_ASPR John Knox explains how MRC's dedication makes a difference. aspr.hhs.gov/ASPRBlog/Pages/…
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Supporting State and local resilience, 7 volunteers graduated from Caroline County MRC’s 1st Citizen Preparedness Training. Training supports community preparedness and ensures personnel have the tools to support future local emergency response operations. aspr.hhs.gov/newsroom/Pages/…
ALT Caroline County Medical Reserve Corps Volunteers completed Maryland's first Citizen's Preparedness Training, gaining critical skills to strengthen local emergency response in their community.
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How to build a successful MRC training program that doubles the size of the unit:
✔️ Partner across agencies
✔️ Build training around community needs (CPR, Narcan, Stop the Bleed)
✔️ Focus on real-world readiness
Powered by #MRCSTTRONG funding.
#MRC #Resilience
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Kristin Dietz, Deputy Health Officer in Caroline County, MD, built a 10-week Citizen Preparedness Training Program; combining MRC + CERT, hands-on skills, and strong local partnerships to create deployment-ready volunteers.
Funded by #MRCSTTRONG. #BuildingResilience
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MRC volunteers are showing up for those who served! Each month, the Upper Merrimack Valley MRC unit supports local veterans by administering health screenings, including checking for hypertension. Learn more about the program’s impact. bit.ly/4rqUo1l.
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When seconds matter, training makes the difference. Upper Merrimack Valley MRC volunteers recently completed an infant CPR skills check, ensuring they’re ready to protect even the youngest members of their community.
#MedicalReserveCorps #MRC #InfantCPR #Preparedness #ASPR
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