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The CDC reports on a significant outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O104 in Germany, with 373 cases of hemolytic uremic syndrome and six confirmed deaths. This highlights the ongoing public health challenge posed by foodborne pathogens.
A 14-nation study reveals that graphic health warnings on cigarette packages encourage smokers to consider quitting. The report emphasizes the role of effective warning labels in comprehensive tobacco control to reduce tobacco use and save lives.
The CDC highlights Lyme Disease Awareness Month, urging Americans to educate themselves about this tickborne disease. The campaign aims to promote protective measures for those in areas with Lyme disease activity.
A CDC report reveals that swimmer's ear accounts for approximately 2.4 million doctor visits annually and incurs nearly $500 million in healthcare costs. This study marks the first national effort to quantify the economic impact of this common condition.
The CDC highlights 10 major public health achievements from the first decade of the 21st century, including advancements in vaccine-preventable diseases and reductions in chronic disease mortality. This report underscores the importance of ongoing public health initiatives.
The NIH reports that early HIV treatment significantly reduces transmission risk to heterosexual partners, based on findings from the HPTN 052 study. This highlights the effectiveness of early anti-retroviral therapy in managing HIV.
The CDC reports that motor vehicle crash-related deaths in the U.S. cost an estimated $41 billion annually in medical and work loss expenses. Notably, $20.4 billion of this cost is concentrated in just 10 states.
CDC Director Dr. Thomas Frieden will join a media briefing for the launch of the United Nations-sanctioned Decade of Action for Road Safety. The CDC is also releasing 50 state-specific fact sheets on the costs associated with motor vehicle crash deaths.
The CDC has released an updated edition of the Yellow Book, which serves as a comprehensive health guide for international travel. This edition includes new sections on mass gatherings and study abroad preparations.
A new CDC report reveals that asthma diagnoses in the U.S. increased by 4.3 million from 2001 to 2009, highlighting a growing public health concern. This trend underscores the need for enhanced awareness and advocacy efforts in managing asthma.
CDC will hold a media briefing to discuss new Vital Signs reports on asthma prevalence and self-management education in the U.S. from 2001 to 2009. This briefing aims to raise awareness about asthma and its characteristics.
A CDC study reveals that young people with diabetes incur annual medical costs of $9,061, significantly higher than the $1,468 for their peers without the disease. This highlights the financial burden faced by families managing diabetes in youth.
A CDC report emphasizes the need for states to enhance food access and regulations to combat childhood obesity. It highlights the roles of communities, child care facilities, and schools in promoting healthy eating.
Dr. Anne Schuchat emphasizes the importance of timely immunizations for infants and young children as National Infant Immunization Week begins. Parents are encouraged to ensure their children are up-to-date on vaccinations.
A CDC study indicates that by 2020, half of all U.S. states have implemented smoke-free laws for worksites, restaurants, and bars, significantly reducing secondhand smoke exposure. This trend could lead to nationwide legislation banning smoking in all indoor private sector areas.
A CDC study published in the American Journal of Public Health reveals that suicide rates fluctuate in correlation with economic conditions. This finding underscores the importance of addressing mental health in the context of economic stability.
The U.S. teen birth rate has decreased by 37% over the last two decades, reaching a record low in 2009. However, U.S. rates remain significantly higher than those in other developed countries, being up to nine times greater.
CDC will hold a media briefing to discuss new Vital Signs reports on teen pregnancy in the United States from 1991 to 2009. This event is primarily informational and does not present new data or policy changes.
The CDC and NIH have released new guidelines aimed at eliminating catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSI), a significant threat to patient safety. These guidelines were developed by a working group of clinical scientists and 14 professional organizations.
The Annual Report to the Nation on the Status of Cancer reveals a continued decline in cancer death rates for both men and women from 2003 to 2007. Additionally, the overall rate of new cancer diagnoses decreased by nearly 1% per year during this period.
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