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Photo: A coach talking to her young athletesConcussionsLearn to Prevent & Recognize Concussions.
(Published: May 21, 2012)

Photo: A man sunning on ship deckHealthy Cruise Ship TravelTips for staying safe and healthy on your cruise vacation.
(Published: May 21, 2012)

Photo: HurricaneHurricane ReadinessKey Facts about Hurricane Readiness.
(Published: May 21, 2012)

Photo: A young manManaging StressThe best ways to manage stress in hard times is through self-care.
(Published: May 21, 2012)

Photo: Healthcare professional checking blood pressureMay is High Blood Pressure Education MonthIn the US today, about 68 million people are living with high blood pressure.
(Published: May 21, 2012)

Photo: A man and woman on at a computerNew CDC en EspañolNew Look for CDC en Español
(Published: May 23, 2012)

Photo: A lady working on a computerParents & Vaccines Are you a parent looking for vaccine info?
(Published: May 21, 2012)

Photo: A girl swimmingRWIIP Week 2012Recreational Water Illness and Injury Prevention Week 2012
(Published: May 21, 2012)

Photo: A family OutdoorsSpring and Summer Outdoor SafetyIt's springtime and that means it's a good time to go outside and enjoy the weather.
(Published: May 21, 2012)

Photo: Weight of the NationTwitter ChatCDC Director Hosts Twitter Chat On The Weight of Nation
(Published: May 16, 2012)

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Top Five CDC Features

April 2012
  1. Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
  2. New Data on Autism Spectrum Disorders
  3. Pertussis (Whooping Cough) - What You Need To Know
  4. Stop Ticks
  5. Wash Your Hands

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