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Surgeon General Dr. Regina Benjamin announced the winners of the Surgeon General's Video Contest aimed at youth, focusing on anti-tobacco messaging. The contest theme was 'Tobacco - I'm Not Buying It,' encouraging young people to engage in tobacco prevention.
Research indicates a significant decline in death rates from heart disease and stroke among individuals with diabetes from 1997 to 2006. This positive trend highlights the importance of ongoing health interventions for this population.
The annual report 'Health, United States, 2011' highlights the correlation between higher education, income levels, and lower rates of chronic diseases. This underscores the importance of addressing social determinants of health to improve overall public health outcomes.
The Community Preventive Services Task Force recommends team-based care for enhancing blood pressure control, citing strong evidence of its effectiveness. This recommendation could influence future healthcare policies and practices aimed at managing hypertension.
A recent survey indicates that 29.1 million adults in the U.S. have been diagnosed with asthma, with 18.7 million currently living with the condition. This highlights the significant and ongoing impact of asthma on public health.
Studies from the CDC and National Cancer Institute reveal that young adults are engaging in high-risk behaviors that elevate their chances of developing skin cancer. This highlights the need for targeted awareness campaigns to address these risky practices.
A new report from the Foodborne Diseases Active Surveillance Network (FoodNet) analyzes trends in foodborne illnesses over the past decade. The data aims to inform food safety initiatives and assess their impact on public health.
The CDC has awarded the Pioneering Innovation Award to six organizations and one individual for their contributions to obesity prevention and control initiatives. These awards highlight significant efforts in advancing policies and environmental strategies.
CDC will host a telebriefing to discuss findings from a study on obesity forecasts through 2030, presented at the Weight of the Nation conference. This event aims to raise awareness about the growing obesity epidemic.
The CDC will host its second Weight of the Nation conference to discuss obesity prevention and control strategies. The event aims to promote healthy eating and active living through policy and environmental approaches.
The CDC reports a state-by-state reduction in health care-associated infection rates, highlighting progress in infection control across the country. This data may inform future public health strategies and patient safety initiatives.
CDC announces a media briefing to discuss a report on unintentional injury deaths among individuals aged 0-19 in the U.S. over a decade. The focus is on raising awareness about this critical public health issue.
CDC will host a telebriefing to provide an update on measles in the United States. This event aims to raise awareness about the current status of measles outbreaks.
The CDC is hosting the 61st Annual Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) Conference, focusing on public health and epidemic response. This event highlights the importance of disease surveillance and response strategies.
The CDC reports that 1 in 88 children in the U.S. is identified with autism spectrum disorder, highlighting the ongoing prevalence of this condition. This data is based on a study analyzing information from 14 communities.
CDC will hold a telebriefing to discuss the prevalence of autism spectrum disorders based on the latest MMWR surveillance summary. This event is primarily for media and does not present new data or policy changes.
The Annual Report to the Nation reveals a continued decline in cancer death rates in the U.S. since the early 1990s, with a 0.6% annual decrease in new cancer diagnoses among men from 2004 to 2008. This trend highlights ongoing progress in cancer research and treatment.
A CDC study reveals that deaths from gastroenteritis more than doubled between 1999 and 2007, highlighting a significant public health concern. This inflammation of the stomach and intestines leads to severe vomiting and diarrhea.
Research from the Kenya Ministry of Health and CDC shows that smartphones are more accurate, faster, and cheaper for disease surveillance compared to traditional paper methods. This innovation could enhance data collection in developing countries.
Research presented at the International Conference on Emerging Infectious Diseases indicates a rise in foodborne disease outbreaks linked to imported foods, with nearly half of these outbreaks originating from new regions. This highlights the need for increased vigilance in food safety practices.
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