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CDC highlights new findings and prevention tools aimed at enhancing food safety in restaurants, potentially reducing foodborne illness outbreaks. Increased awareness and proper implementation of safety measures are emphasized.
CDC highlights a renewed spike in imported measles cases in the U.S. during a media briefing marking the 50th anniversary of the measles vaccine. This resurgence poses a significant threat to public health security.
A new analysis indicates that gay and bisexual men in 20 major U.S. cities who accurately know their HIV status exhibit significantly lower sexual risk behaviors. This highlights the importance of awareness and education in reducing HIV transmission.
The CDC held a telebriefing to update on serogroup B meningitis cases in the U.S., focusing on treatment and prevention strategies. This session aims to enhance awareness and inform public health responses.
The CDC held a telebriefing to update on serogroup B meningitis cases in the U.S. and discuss treatment and prevention strategies. This briefing aims to enhance awareness and inform stakeholders about the current status of bacterial meningitis.
Polio cases in Pakistan and Afghanistan decreased from January to September 2013 compared to the same period in 2012, according to the CDC. This progress highlights ongoing efforts to combat wild poliovirus in these regions.
A new CDC report highlights health disparities among Americans, linking income, education, race, and other factors to health outcomes. This information underscores the need for targeted interventions to address these inequalities.
CDC Director Dr. Tom Frieden highlights the Winnable Battles initiative's successes and challenges from 2010 to 2015. The report emphasizes ongoing efforts to address public health priorities.
New CDC guidance aims to limit antibiotic prescriptions for common upper respiratory infections in children, impacting up to 10 million U.S. children annually. This policy addresses the overuse of antibiotics for viral infections, which do not benefit from such treatments.
CDC reports a cluster of newborns in Tennessee diagnosed with late vitamin K deficiency bleeding (VKDB), a serious but preventable condition that can lead to brain bleeding. This finding highlights the importance of vitamin K administration at birth to prevent such disorders.
The CDC has received accreditation from the Emergency Management Accreditation Program, becoming the first federal organization to achieve this status. This recognition highlights the CDC's commitment to excellence in emergency management.
A recent report highlights the rising popularity of emerging tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and hookahs, among middle- and high-school students. This trend raises concerns about youth health and the need for targeted awareness campaigns.
A new CDC report reveals that one in three adults aged 50 to 75 have not undergone recommended colorectal cancer screenings. This highlights a significant gap in preventive care despite evidence that screening saves lives.
The CDC has announced a telebriefing to discuss a new Vital Signs report focused on increasing colorectal cancer testing. This initiative aims to enhance awareness and improve screening rates among the population.
Malaria cases in the U.S. have reached a 40-year high, with 1,925 cases reported in 2011, according to the CDC. This increase highlights the ongoing public health challenge posed by malaria in the country.
The CDC provides an update on the multistate outbreak of fungal meningitis, marking one year since the activation of its Emergency Operations Center. This statement reflects ongoing efforts to address the outbreak and its impact on public health.
A CDC report reveals that over 40% of middle and high school students who smoke use flavored little cigars or flavored cigarettes. This highlights a significant trend in youth smoking behaviors that may impact future public health initiatives.
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices will discuss updates to immunization schedules and vote on the use of MenACWY-CRM for infants at increased risk for meningococcal disease. The meeting agenda is available online.
Tim McAfee from the CDC acknowledges the passing of Nathan Moose, a participant in the Tips campaign against smoking. This statement highlights the ongoing efforts in tobacco cessation awareness.
The CDC has improved the speed and accuracy of lab reporting for infectious diseases, enhancing state outbreak response capabilities. New data indicates that these efforts are yielding better information for health departments to recognize and manage disease outbreaks.
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