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A CDC study reveals that updated tuberculosis screening guidelines have led to the identification of 629 additional TB cases among immigrants and refugees in 2012. This highlights the importance of effective screening in preventing the spread of TB in the U.S.
CDC is investigating potential Ebola virus exposure among American citizens in Sierra Leone after a volunteer healthcare worker tested positive. This situation highlights ongoing risks associated with Ebola in the region.
The CDC is investigating potential exposures of American citizens to Ebola after a healthcare worker tested positive in Sierra Leone and was medevaced to the U.S. for treatment. This situation highlights ongoing risks associated with Ebola outbreaks in West Africa.
The CDC and USDA have concluded their investigation into the inadvertent transfer of Burkholderia pseudomallei from a secure laboratory to animals at the Tulane National Primate Research Center. This inquiry highlights the importance of biosecurity measures in research facilities.
A recent CDC study reveals that two out of three individuals diagnosed with invasive cancer survive five years or more. This statistic highlights the progress in cancer treatment and early detection efforts.
The American Medical Association and the CDC launch the 'Prevent Diabetes STAT' initiative to address the alarming 86 million Americans living with prediabetes, with 90% unaware of their condition. This campaign aims to raise awareness and encourage preventive measures.
The American Medical Association and the CDC will announce a new initiative this week to prevent type 2 diabetes, addressing the alarming statistic that over 86 million Americans have prediabetes, with 90% unaware of their condition. This initiative aims to raise awareness and promote prevention strategies.
The CDC has launched the Community Health Status Indicators website to provide data on community health. This initiative aims to enhance public health awareness and access to health statistics.
The CDC highlights interventions that could reduce 40% of deaths and injuries among truck drivers. This telebriefing emphasizes the importance of safety measures for employers and drivers to prevent fatal accidents.
Crashes remain the leading cause of on-the-job death for truck drivers in the US, highlighting the urgent need for improved safety measures. The CDC emphasizes the impact of these incidents on drivers, passengers, and the broader community.
A CDC report highlights that over 1 in 3 truck drivers who died in crashes in 2012 were not wearing seatbelts, suggesting that proper seatbelt use could have prevented approximately 40% of these fatalities. This emphasizes the need for increased awareness and advocacy for safety measures among truck drivers.
CDC highlights interventions that could reduce 40% of deaths and injuries among truck drivers, emphasizing the importance of safety measures in this high-risk profession. The report aims to raise awareness and encourage action among employers and drivers.
A new commentary in The Lancet highlights that treating half of the individuals with uncontrolled hypertension could prevent 10 million heart attacks and strokes globally over the next decade. This initiative emphasizes the critical need for improved hypertension management.
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) reaffirms its recommendation for annual influenza vaccination for all individuals aged 6 months and older. This decision continues the public health strategy to mitigate influenza outbreaks.
The CDC held a telebriefing discussing a study on Clostridium difficile infection. The details of the study were shared, but no significant new findings or policy changes were announced.
A new CDC study reveals that children under 5 years old represent 70% of pneumonia hospitalizations in the U.S. This highlights the significant burden of pneumonia on young children and underscores the need for targeted interventions.
A CDC study reveals that nearly 500,000 Americans were infected with Clostridium difficile in one year, highlighting the significant public health challenge posed by this pathogen. The findings underscore the need for increased awareness and prevention strategies.
CDC will provide new national burden estimates for Clostridium difficile infections and related deaths, highlighting the ongoing impact of this deadly diarrheal infection linked to antibiotic use. This advisory aims to raise awareness about the seriousness of C. difficile infections.
Approximately 500,000 Americans experience C. difficile infections annually, leading to around 15,000 deaths. This highlights the significant impact of this infectious disease on public health in the United States.
The Million Hearts initiative has recognized 30 healthcare practices as Hypertension Control Champions for effectively managing high blood pressure among patients. This initiative highlights successful strategies in hypertension control across the U.S.
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