CDC Preparedness and Response 24/7

America′s security depends on a strong, well–coordinated public health system that can respond to health threats and contagion.

CDC is the U.S. health protection agency, defending the U.S. and the world from threats, whether these are chronic or acute, manmade or natural, human error or deliberate attack.
CDC strengthens America′s public health systems at the local, state, and national levels to respond to all hazards.
CDC coordinates local, national, international, and private sector responders to handle emergencies around the globe.

Investigated fungal infection associated with victims of the 2011 tornado in Joplin, Missouri.
Provided scientific support and advice on potential risks of nuclear reactors damaged by the Japan earthquake and tsunami in 2011.
Protected and monitored health of workers involved in 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil cleanup.
Helped prevent 7,000 cholera deaths after 2010 earthquake in Haiti.
Identified 2009 H1N1 virus and developed vaccine and rapid information campaign that helped prevent 5–10 million infections, 150,000 hospitalizations, and 1,500 deaths in the U.S.