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The CDC reports an average of 6 alcohol poisoning deaths daily in the US, primarily affecting middle-aged adults. This highlights the preventable nature of these fatalities and underscores the need for increased awareness and intervention.
The CDC reports an alarming average of 6 alcohol poisoning deaths daily in the US, primarily affecting middle-aged adults. This highlights the urgent need for awareness and preventive measures.
A new CDC report reveals that alcohol poisoning results in over 2,200 deaths annually in the U.S., averaging six fatalities each day. This highlights the urgent need for awareness and prevention strategies.
The CDC and DHS will end enhanced airport entry screening for travelers from Mali, previously classified as an Ebola-affected nation. This change reflects a shift in the assessment of Ebola risk associated with travel from Mali.
The CDC reports a potential safety concern regarding the transfer of Ebola virus material from a BSL-4 lab to a BSL-2 lab, which may have contained live virus. This incident raises questions about lab safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
The ongoing Ebola epidemic in Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone requires intensified efforts to control its spread, as reported by CDC director Tom Frieden. The epidemic has persisted for over a year in Guinea and more than seven months in the other two countries.
The CDC provided a telebriefing on the Ebola outbreak in West Africa, discussing the public health assessment of the situation. This update highlights ongoing efforts to manage the outbreak.
The CDC will hold a media telebriefing to provide a public health assessment of the ongoing Ebola outbreak in West Africa. This update aims to inform stakeholders about the current situation as of December 22, 2014.
A new study reveals that a school-based childhood obesity intervention program effectively reduces parents' body mass index (BMI). This finding highlights the potential for community health initiatives to impact family health outcomes.
The CDC highlights its critical missions in 2014, focusing on the unprecedented response to the Ebola epidemic. This year-in-review emphasizes the agency's ongoing commitment to public health amidst various challenges.
A new report reveals that over 300 million people in at least 70 countries use smokeless tobacco, highlighting significant public health concerns. Released by the CDC and the National Cancer Institute, this report aims to raise awareness about the harmful effects of these products.
Thousands of Ebola survivors are emerging from West Africa's ongoing epidemic, which has a case fatality rate of 60-70% among hospitalized patients. This highlights the resilience of those affected and the need for continued support for survivors.
A CDC report reveals that 10 states and the District of Columbia allow the sale of e-cigarettes to minors, affecting over 16 million children. This highlights ongoing gaps in state-level regulations regarding electronic nicotine delivery systems.
A new study reveals that outbreaks linked to raw milk consumption have increased significantly, rising from an average of three per year (1993-2006) to 13 per year (2007-2012). This data highlights growing public health concerns regarding unpasteurized milk.
The CDC's Tips From Former Smokers campaign demonstrated a cost-effective approach, spending $480 per smoker who quit and $393 per year of life saved. These findings were published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
The Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) released the second National Health Security Preparedness Index, scoring the nation's preparedness at 7.4 out of 10 for natural disasters, terrorism, and disease pandemics. This report highlights areas for improvement in public health readiness.
CDC hosted a media briefing to discuss the update on the flu season for 2014-15. The briefing provided insights but lacks significant new data relevant to rare diseases.
The CDC warns of a potentially severe flu season and urges immediate vaccination for those unvaccinated. High-risk individuals are advised to seek prompt antiviral treatment if they develop flu symptoms.
CDC announces a telebriefing to update on the 2014-15 influenza season, focusing on vaccine use and antiviral medication needs. This advisory aims to inform the public and healthcare providers about current flu management strategies.
The adult cigarette smoking rate in the U.S. has reached an all-time low, indicating progress in public health efforts. However, experts emphasize the need for continued strategies and funding to further reduce smoking rates.
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