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CDC highlights a selection of people, outreach, and research on the CDC 24/7 HomepageCDC Works 24/7CDC: Saving Lives and Protecting People.
(Published: July 23, 2012)

E.Coli under microscopeE. coli InfectionLearn about E. coli Infection
(Published: July 30, 2012)

Learn more about heat-related illness and how to stay cool and well in hot weather.Extreme HeatKeep Your Cool in Hot Weather.
(Published: July 2, 2012)

Two women smilingGirlfriends Day!Girlfriends…for a Healthy Life
(Published: July 30, 2012)

Woman spraying insect repellent on armLynch SyndromeGenetic Testing: Hereditary Colorectal Cancer
(Published: July 30, 2012)

Woman spraying insect repellent on armMosquitoesMosquitoes can make you sick
(Published: July 30, 2012)

Woman spraying insect repellent on armPrevent ShinglesGet Vaccinated against Shingles
(Published: July 30, 2012)

Firefighter fighting wildfireWildfire SafetyProtect Yourself from Wildfire Smoke
(Published: June 26, 2012)

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Top Five CDC Features

June 2012
  1. Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
  2. Pertussis (Whooping Cough) - What You Need To Know
  3. Stop Ticks
  4. Wash Your Hands
  5. Protect Yourself against Shingles: Get Vaccinated

CDC.gov feature articles are written by subject matter experts and health communicators, then edited to emphasize strong call-to-action messages and friendly, meaningful visuals. While most features are topic- or event-driven, some capture the full scope of CDC's work on cross-cutting topics such as staying healthy and safe over the holidays, sending kids back to school, or CDC's global programs and outreach.

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