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May 2013

Photo: Doctor taking women's blood pressureHigh Blood Pressure
May is High Blood Pressure Education Month
(Published: May 1, 2013)

April 2013

Photo: Senior couple walkingArthritis Month
Try walking to ease joint pain
(Published: April 29, 2013)

Photo: Senior couple walkingWorld Malaria Day
World Malaria Day, April 25th
(Published: April 24, 2013)

Photo: Man and womanA Polio-Free U.S.
Keeping the U.S. Polio-Free
(Published: April 22, 2013)

Photo: Man using computer in libraryCDC Stacks
CDC Stacks Shares Public Health Publications
(Published: April 22, 2013)

Photo: Man and womanWorld Immunization
2nd Annual World Immunization Week
(Published: April 22, 2013)

Photo: Group of teenagersMeningitis
11-18 year olds need meningococcal vaccine
(Published: April 22, 2013)

Logo: World Hemophilia DayHemophilia Day
Hemophilia World Day: Test Your Knowledge
(Published: April 15, 2013)

Extended familyReducing Cancer
PRC Program Aids Cancer Prevention and Control
(Published: April 15, 2013)

Logo: SARS - 10 Years LaterRemembering SARS
10 Years Later
(Published: April 15, 2013)

Photo: Syringe and bottleCDC Public Health Grand Rounds
Childhood Immunization
(Published: April 10, 2013)

Photo: Austim AwarenessAutism
Autism Spectrum Disorders
(Published: April 8, 2013)

Photo: Healthcare professionals looking at monitorCancer Research
Using Science to Reduce the Burden of Cancer
(Published: April 8, 2013)

Photo: Fair rideFairs and Food
Food Safety at Fairs and Festivals
(Published: April 8, 2013)

Photo: Nurse taking patient's blood pressurePrevent High Blood Pressure
Preventing High Blood Pressure Among Minorities
(Published: April 8, 2013)

Photo: Teeenage boy and girlSTD Prevention
April is STD Awareness Month
(Published: April 8, 2013)

Photo: Tips from SmokersWorld Health Day
April 7th is World Health Day
(Published: April 5, 2013)

Photo: BatsBe Safe Near Bats
Take Caution When Bats Are Near
(Published: April 1, 2013)

March 2013

Photo: Baby chicksLive Baby Poultry
Reduce your risk of Salmonella infection
(Published: March 25, 2013)

Photo: Young girl rubbing eyePink Eye
Pink Eye Usually Mild and Easy to Treat
(Published: March 25, 2013)

Photo: XXXNNHAAD 2013
National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day 2013
(Published: March 19, 2013)

Photo: Culture dishCDC Twitter Chat
CDC Director hosts live Twitter Chat
(Published: March 18, 2013)

Photo: Sandy's daughtersCerebral Palsy
Test Your Knowledge
(Published: March 18, 2013)

Photo: Couple with babyHib Disease
Protect Against Hib Disease
(Published: March 18, 2013)

Photo: Three womenWorld TB Day 2013
Kenni’s Story
(Published: March 18, 2013)

Photo: Girl with feverCommon Cold
Protect Yourself and Others
(Published: March 11, 2013)

Photo: Pet frogTurtles and Frogs
Reduce your risk of Salmonella infection
(Published: March 11, 2013)

Photo: Well plateCRE: Lethal Germs
Lethal CRE Causing More Infections
(Published: March 5, 2013)

Photo: Senior coupleColorectal Cancer
Screening Saves Lives
(Published: March 4, 2013)

Photo: Scene from PSAsDiabetes PSAs
Traditional knowledge about health and its role in preventing type 2 diabetes
(Published: March 4, 2013)

Photo: Two women smilingHIV and Women
National Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day 2013
(Published: March 4, 2013)

Photo: Woman with fitness ballKidney Disease
Diabetes Raises Your Risk for Kidney Disease
(Published: March 4, 2013)

Photo: Deep Vein ThrombosisPop Quiz!
Deep Vein Thrombosis
(Published: March 4, 2013)

February 2013

Photo: Mother taking daughter's temperatureAntibiotic Use
Use Antibiotics Wisely. Prevent Resistance.
(Published: February 25, 2013)

Photo: Mother giving young girl glass of milkRaw Milk
Raw (Unpasteurized) Milk
(Published: February 25, 2013)

Photo: Man using computerToxic Info on Web
ATSDR's Toxic Substances Web Portal
(Published: February 25, 2013)

Photo: Man holding infantPrevent Rotavirus
Protect Your Child from Rotavirus Disease
(Published: February 19, 2013)

Photo: Three young teensSolve the Outbreak
Fun New iPad App
(Published: February 19, 2013)

Photo: Alex and sisterHeart Defects
Screening for Heart Defects: A Mother's Story
(Published: February 11, 2013)

Photo: Kevin and friendKevin's Story
Muscular Dystrophy: Kevin's Story
(Published: February 11, 2013)

Photo: Man holding infantWhooping Cough
Protect You and Your Child from Whooping Cough
(Published: February 11, 2013)

Photo: Family of three smilingBlack HIV Awareness
National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
(Published: February 4, 2013)

Photo: Hands holding globeWorld Cancer Day
The World Unites to Fight Cancer
(Published: February 4, 2013)

January 2013

Photo: Women wearing red shirtsTake Heart!
Wear Red for Heart Health Awareness in Women
(Published: January 28, 2013)

Photo: Mother with son and daughterCancer Prevention
Vaccine protects against HPV-related cancers
(Published: January 22, 2013)

Photo: Young girlLearn about RSV
Learn about Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
(Published: January 22, 2013)

Photo: Women smilingThe Race of Mercy
Alaskan Iditarod: Celebrating the Great Race
(Published: January 22, 2013)

Photo: Women smilingAt Risk for Flu?
Some have a greater chance of severe illness from flu.
(Published: January 14, 2013)

Photo: Baby sleepingBirth Defects
Read about one family's experience with spina bifida.
(Published: January 14, 2013)

Photo: Two women smilingCervical Cancer
Pap Tests & HPV Vaccine Can Help Prevent It
(Published: January 14, 2013)

Photo: Father with sick sonFlu Continues
Flu Activity Continues Nationwide
(Published: January 14, 2013)

Photo: Woman holding drinkBinge Drinking
Binge Drinking Among Women and Girls
(Published: January 8, 2012)

Photo: Mother and son reading bookRubella Vaccine
Protect Your Child With MMR Vaccine
(Published: January 7, 2013)

Photo: Boy being examined by doctorScarlet Fever
Recognize, Treat, and Prevent
(Published: January 7, 2013)

December 2012

Let's Stop HIV Together CampaignHIV Awareness
Let's Stop HIV Together Campaign
(Published: December 28, 2012)

Photo: Interactive Cancer AtlasCancer Atlas
Who Gets Cancer in Your State?
(Published: December 24, 2012)

Photo: Couple taking photoDiabetes
Get tips for managing diabetes while traveling.
(Published: December 24, 2012)

Photo: NCHHSTP AtlasNCHHSTP Atlas
Making CDC Data Interactive
(Published: December 24, 2012)

Photo: Family eating at tableNorovirus
Norovirus: A Nasty Stomach Bug
(Published: December 24, 2012)

November 2012

Photo: College studentsHIV Among Youth
Protecting a Generation
(Published: November 27, 2012)

(Published: November 27, 2012)

Photo: Hunter in fieldBrucellosis
Protect Yourself from Brucellosis
(Published: November 26, 2012)

Photo: Couple blowing bubblesCOPD
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
(Published: November 26, 2012)

Photo: Family of three smilingFight the flu!
It's not too late to vaccinate!
(Published: November 26, 2012)

Photo: Woman blowing bubbles outdoorsLung Cancer
You Can Reduce Your Lung Cancer Risk
(Published: November 26, 2012)

Photo: Senior couple riding bicyclesDiabetes
November is National Diabetes Month
(Published: November 19, 2012)

Photo: Group of senior citizensEpilepsy Burden
Disparities in Epilepsy Burden
(Published: November 19, 2012)

Photo: Older woman smilingEat Healthy
Managing Diabetes during the Holidays
(Published: November 19, 2012)

Photo: Family smilingPregnancy and Flu
Pregnant? Get a Flu Shot!
(Published: November 19, 2012)

Photo: Two women talkingBreast Cancer
Breast Cancer Disparities
(Published: November 14, 2012)

Photo: Four students smilingFamily History
Document Your Family's Health History
(Published: November 13, 2012)

Photo: Couple driving down road with hands in airStop Smoking
Free Yourself From Smoking on November 15!
(Published: November 13, 2012)

Photo: Family portraitEpilepsy
November is Epilepsy Awareness Month
(Published: November 7, 2012)

Photo: Native American regaliaMinority Health
American Indian/Alaska Native Heritage Month
(Published: November 7, 2012)

October 2012

Photo: Young boy receiving vaccinationGlobal Health Strategy
CDC Global Health Strategy Document
(Published: October 29, 2012)

Photo: Mother holding her toddler daughterPrevent Mumps
Be Sure Your Child Is Fully Immunized
(Published: October 29, 2012)

Photo: Young boy receiving vaccinationgThe Race to Eradicate Polio
CDC's Ongoing Fight Against Polio
(Published: October 29, 2012)

Photo: Extended family smilingWorld Stroke Day 
October 29 is World Stroke Day
(Published: October 29, 2012)

Photo: Young girlWorld Polio Day
CDC highlights polio eradication work around the globe.
(Published: October 22, 2012)

Photo: Lou GehrigALS Registry
Second year of the National ALS Registry
(Published: October 15, 2012)

Photo: Woman smilingCancer Data
Supporting Cancer Registries for 20 Years
(Published: October 15, 2012)

Photo: Doctor examining young girl's throatPrevent Strep Throat
Possible Strep Throat? Get Tested.
(Published: October 15, 2012)

Photo: Boy in wheelchair in librarySpina Bifida
October is spina bifida awareness month.
(Published: October 15, 2012)

Photo: Group of children smilingADHD
ADHD: Current Research
(Published: October 9, 2012)

Photo: Extended Latino family smilingHIV and Latinos
National Latino AIDS Awareness Day
(Published: October 9, 2012)

Photo: Test tubesNovel Coronavirus
Novel Coronavirus Identified in 2 Adults
(Published: October 9, 2012)

Photo: DesertValley Fever
Awareness is Key
(Published: October 9, 2012)

Photo: Older man walkingWorld Arthritis Day
World Arthritis Day is October 12th
(Published: October 9, 2012)

Photo: Two women smilingBreast Cancer
Mammograms Can Find Breast Cancer Early
(Published: October 1, 2012)

Photo: Depressed girl lying downDepression
Dealing with Depression and Anxiety
(Published: October 1, 2012)

Photo: Group of peopleHepatitis C
New Hepatitis C Testing Recommendations
(Published: October 1, 2012)

Photo: Baby blocksSIDS
October is SIDS Awareness Month
(Published: October 1, 2012)

September

Photo: Gay coupleHIV Awareness
National Gay Men's HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
(Published: September 24, 2012)

Photo: Felt heartWorld Heart Day
World Heart Day 2012: Women and Children at Risk
(Published: September 24, 2012)

Photo: Two women with PomeranianWorld Rabies Day
Learn how you can prevent and control rabies.
(Published: September 24, 2012)

Photo: Families enjoying picnicFotonovela
Three Friends Unite to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
(Published: September 17, 2012)

Photo: Man teaching son to ride bicycleCholesterol
Cholesterol Education Month
(Published: September 10, 2012)

Photo: Two women smilingInside Knowledge
Get the Facts about Gynecologic Cancer
(Published: September 10, 2012)

Team up with your pharmacist to better understand your condition and any medications you are takingTeam Up. Pressure Down
If you have high blood pressure you are at risk for a heart attack or stroke.
(Published: September 5, 2012)

Photo: Blood Pressure
Getting Blood Pressure Under Control: Many Missed Opportunities
(Published: September 4, 2012)

Photo: Older man smilingProstate Cancer
Make an Informed Decision About Screening
(Published: September 4, 2012)

August 2012

Photo: AJ Green performingSickle Cell
September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month.
(Published: August 31, 2012)

Young Girl Rubbing EyesIs It Pink Eye?
Pink Eye: Usually Mild and Easy to Treat
(Published: August 27, 2012)

Group of kids smilingKids and Rabies
Teach Kids About Animals and Rabies
(Published: August 27, 2011)

Football players face to faceMRSA
Recognize and Prevent MRSA Infections
(Published: August 27, 2011)

Help Your Child Manage Diabetes at SchoolBack to School
Diabetes and Kids
(Published: August 20, 2012)

Three people smilingCancer Care
Reducing Disparities in Access to Cancer Care
(Published: August 6, 2012)

July 2012

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

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

Sun giving off heat wavesDiabetes and Heat
Diabetes Care Critical in Heat, Emergencies
(Published: July 23, 2012)

World Hepatitis Day aims to raise awareness of the problem and what needs to be done to strengthen prevention, screening and control of viral hepatitis. Hepatitis
World Hepatitis Day.
(Published: July 23, 2012)

Veterinarian with dogRabies
Protect Your Family from Rabies
(Published: July 23, 2012)

Fragile X Syndrome: One Mother's Story.Fragile X
Fragile X Syndrome: One Mother's Story.
(Published: July 16, 2012)

Pregnant? Get GBS test at 35-37 weeks.Group B Strep
Pregnant? Get GBS test at 35-37 weeks.
(Published: July 16, 2012)

Caregiver Video ContestMH Video Contest
Million Hearts™ Caregiver Video Contest
(Published: July 16, 2012)

Cancer Prevention Starts in ChildhoodPrevent Cancer
Cancer Prevention Starts in Childhood.
(Published: July 16, 2012)

June 2012

Photo: Doctor bandaging a girl's armNecrotizing Fasciitis
Necrotizing fasciitis is a very rare disease.
(Published: June 18, 2012)

Photo: Three menCancer and Men
Men Can Lower Their Cancer Risk.
(Published: June 18, 2012)

Photo: Man coughing and holding chestTuberculosis (TB)
Learn to Recognize TB Signs and Symptoms.
(Published: June 18, 2012)

Photo: Three youthsSickle Cell Trait
Learn 5 truths about sickle cell trait.
(Published: June 11, 2012)

Photo: E. Coli cellsE. coli Infection
Learn about E. coli and what you can do to help lower the risk of infection.
(Published: June 10, 2012)

Photo: A group of childrenTourette Syndrome
Tourette Syndrome: Overcoming the Odds.
(Published: June 4, 2012)

May 2012

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

Photo: Man and Women WalkingArthritis in Action
May is Arthritis Action Month - Change the Course.
(Published: May 14, 2012)

Photo: Four WomenCancer and Women
Women Can Lower Their Cancer Risk.
(Published: May 14, 2012)

Photo: Six ChildrenHand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease: It's the Season.
(Published: May 14, 2012)

Photo: Photo: Woman working on a computerHepatitis
CDC Launches Online Risk Assessment for Hepatitis.
(Published: May 14, 2012)

Photo: Photo: Man and Women taking a pictureHIV/AIDS Awareness
Asian and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness.
(Published: May 14, 2012)

Photo: RahulThalassemia Day
Rahul's Story.
(Published: May 7, 2012)

April 2012

Photo: A child's earHearing Loss
Read About One Family's Experience.
(Published: April 30, 2012)

Photo: A blood pressure cuffStroke Awareness
May is National Stroke Awareness Month.
(Published: April 30, 2012)

Photo: PoultryBackyard Poultry
Tips for Staying Healthy Around Backyard Poultry.
(Published: April 23, 2012)

Photo: An expecting motherPregnancy
Pregnancy and Alcohol: Frances's Story.
(Published: April 23, 2012)

Photo: A researcherWorld Malaria Day
Malaria Deaths Decrease.
(Published: April 23, 2012)

Photo: A woman picking cah from a money treeAutism Prevalence
Why is Autism Increasing?
(Published: April 16, 2012)

Photo: Two boysHemophilia Day
World Hemophilia Day: One Family's Story.
(Published: April 16, 2012)

Photo: Mother and childAutism
Autism Screening & Diagnosis
(Published: April 9, 2012)

Photo: A childAutism Training
Autism: New Training for Health Professionals
(Published: April 2, 2012)

Photo: FeetFoot Health Month
Have Diabetes? Daily Care Can Save Your Feet.
(Published: April 2, 2012)

March 2012

Photo: A childNew Autism Data
New Data on Autism Spectrum Disorders.
(Published: March 29, 2012)

Photo: A group of peopleCancer Deaths Drop
Cancer Death Rates Continue to Drop.
(Published: March 28, 2012)

Photo: A group of peopleCCDP Launched 
Coordinated Chronic Disease Program Launched.
(Published: March 26, 2012)

Photo: A childDiabetes Alert Day
Check Your Risk for Developing Type 2 Diabetes.
(Published: March 26, 2012)

Photo: A childPrevent Measles 
Measles can be Serious; Get Vaccines on Time.
(Published: March 22, 2012)

Photo: Two childrenCerebral Palsy
Cerebral Palsy: One Parent's Story.
(Published: March 19, 2012)

Photo: A Native AmericanNative HIV/AIDS
National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day 2012.
(Published: March 16, 2012)

Photo: Open handsEmerging Diseases
Fighting Emerging Infectious Diseases.
(Published: March 15, 2012)

Photo: Hospital patientOn Antibiotics?
Stop C. difficile infections related to antibiotics and medical care
(Published: March 6, 2012)

February 2012

Photo: A man and woman Osteoarthritis and You
Managing Arthritis - Moving is Medicine
(Published: February 9, 2012)

On this Page

January 2012

Photo: A womanGet a Flu Vaccine
It's Not Too Late to Protect Yourself From Flu.
(Published: January 30, 2012)

Photo: iPad App iPad "App"
CDC Releases Its First iPad "App".
(Published: January 30, 2012)

Photo: Book coverA Healthy Adventure
Eagle Book Mystery Offers Health and Fun.
(Published: January 23, 2012)

Photo: An infantHeart Defects
Screening Newborns for Critical Heart Defects.
(Published: January 23, 2012)

Photo: Healthcare professionalPregnancy
Talk with Your Doctor About Medication Use During Pregnancy.
(Published: January 17, 2012)

Photo: Three womenCronobacter
Learn what you can do to help lower the risk of infection from powdered infant formula caused by Cronobacter.
(Published: January 11, 2012)

Photo: A bottleVital Signs: Binge Drinking 
Nationwide Problem, Local Solutions.
(Published: January 10, 2012)

Photo: Three womenBefore Pregnancy
Consume Folic Acid to Help Prevent Birth Defects.
(Published: January 9, 2012)

Photo: Expecting motherHeart Defects
Learn the Facts About Congenital Heart Defects.
(Published: January 3, 2012)

December 2011

Photo: InfantAlcohol & Baby
Learn About Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders.
(Published: December 19, 2011)

Photo: A giftHeart Health ABCS
A Twist on Gift-giving this Season Could Change a Million Hearts.
(Published: December 19, 2011)

Photo: Puzzle piecesState Programs
State Cancer Programs Put Research into Action.
(Published: December 16, 2011)

Photo: A womanTuberculosis 
New Treatment Option for Latent TB Infection.
(Published: December 12, 2011)

Photo: A womanHeavy Bleeding 
Learn the Symptoms and Talk with Your Doctor.
(Published: December 5, 2011)

November 2011

Photo: A girlFlu Vaccines
Flu Vaccines Have Good Safety Records.
(Published: November 28, 2011)

Photo: MedicineWorld AIDS Day
Leading with Science: Uniting for Action.
(Published: November 28, 2011)

Graphic: A saladWomen & Diabetes
Control Blood Sugar Before Pregnancy.
(Published: November 7, 2011)

October 2011

Graphic: A manEpilepsy
Learn More About Epilepsy.
(Published: October 31, 2011)

Photo: A man Prevent Infections
Getting Chemotherapy? Learn About Infections.
(Published: October 25, 2011)

Photo: ArtMuseum Day 2011
Watching Hands: Artists Respond to Keeping Well.
(Published: October 3, 2011)

September 2011

Photo: A manHIV/AIDS
National Gay Men's HIV/AIDS Awareness Day.
(Published: September 27, 2011)

Photo: A womanSuccess Stories
New innovative Success Stories Web Site.
(Published: September 26, 2011)

Photo: A womanAlzheimer's
World Alzheimer's Day September 21st.
(Published: September 19, 2011)

Photo: A womanDiabetes
Diabetes Resources in Spanish.
(Published: September 19, 2011)

Photo: People exercisingUN Summit
Addressing the world's major emerging health threat
(Published: September 19, 2011)

Photo: A child coloringADHD
Description Learn About Available ADHD Resources
(Published: September 12, 2011)

Photo: PeopleBlood Cancers
Learn About Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma.
(Published: September 12, 2011)

Photo: A faceMental Illness
Monitoring Mental Illness to Guide Prevention.
(Published: September 2, 2011)

Photo: Mother and daughterSickle Cell
Learn More About Sickle Cell Disease.
(Published: September 2, 2011)

August 2011

Photo: A newborn babyKids and Rabies
Learn How to Prevent Rabies.
(Published: Aug 29, 2011)

Photo: A manHepatitis B
Chronic Hepatitis B and Asian & Pacific Islanders.
(Published: Aug 15, 2011)

Photo: HandsCancer
We Can Reduce Inequalities in Cancer Care.
(Published: Aug 8, 2011)

Photo: Applying insect repllentWest Nile Virus
Who Cares about Mosquito Bites? We Do.
(Published: Aug 8, 2011)

July 2011

Photo: A manHepatitis Awareness
Hepatitis Awareness Month.
(Published: July 28, 2011)

Photo: RefugeeFamine
CDC Analysis Supports Declaration of Famine.
(Published: July 22, 2011)

Photo: A manPrevent Cancer
Cancer Prevention Starts in Childhood.
(Published: July 14, 2011)

Photo: A woman reading a mobile text message.Safe Surgery
Avoid Infections Related to Surgery.
(Published: July 13, 2011)

Photo: A girl and her petHealthy Pets 
Tips to Prevent Illnesses and Injuries from Pets.
(Published: July 11, 2011)

Photo: A man and woman.Cancer Screening
1 in 3 Adults Are Not Getting Screened.
(Published: July 5, 2011)

Photo: A boy.Iron Storage
Learn about Symptoms and Treatment.
(Published: July 5, 2011)

June 2011

Photo: A woman rafting.Leptospirosis
Heading Outdoors? Help Avoid Infection.
(Published: June 27, 2011)

Photo: A womanPeer Learning
Public Health Professionals Collaborate.
(Published: June 27, 2011)

Photo: TurkeyFood Poisoning
Prevent Illness from Clostridium Perfringens.
(Published: June 20, 2011)

Photo: A womanNHTD 2011
Answer the Call; Take the Test and Take Control.
(Published: June 20, 2011)

Photo: A babySickle Cell
World Sickle Cell Awareness Day.
(Published: June 13, 2011)

Photo: A womanTuberculosis
What You Should Know About TB.
(Published: June 13, 2011)

Photo: A man USPHS Syphilis Study
The President's Apology: 10 Years Later
(Published: June 13, 2011)

Photo: A boyTourette Syndrome
Learn What it is and the Resources Available.
(Published: June 6, 2011)

Photo: A manHIV/AIDS
30 years of HIV/AIDS Prevention.
(Published: June 3, 2011)

May 2011

Photo: A womanCancer Survivors
CDC Works with Partners to Help Survivors
(Published: May 31, 2011)

Photo: A mother and child One Test. Two Lives.
CDC Recommends HIV Screening for Prenatal Care
(Published: May 26, 2011)

Photo: A babyBaby Hearing
Screen Your Newborn during the First Month.
(Published: May 23, 2011)

Photo: A zombieZombie Blog
Are You Prepared for a Real Emergency?
(Published: May 19, 2011)

Graphic: Data & StatisticsObesity Trends in Adults with Arthritis
Obesity rates are 54% higher among adults with arthritis compared to those without the condition.
(Published: May 16, 2011)

Photo: Flooded homesAfter a Flood
Know How to Protect Your Health & Safety.
(Published: May 13, 2011)

Photo: Two peopleLyme Disease
Prevent Tick Bites.
(Published: May 9, 2011)

Photo: A person with an inhalerControl Asthma
You Can Prevent Asthma Attacks.
(Published: May 3, 2011)

April 2011

Photo: A healthcare professionalMRSA in Healthcare
Key Things You Should Know.
(Published: April 25, 2011)

Photo: A hard boiled egg Salmonella and Eggs
Tips to Help Prevent a Salmonella Infection from Eggs.
(Published: April 25, 2011)

Photo: A childAutism
Be a Family's Champion; Learn the Signs.
(Published: April 18, 2011)

Photo: A girlAutism Research
Read What CDC is Doing to Understand Autism.
(Published: April 11, 2011)

Photo: A computerCancer Registries
Providing Quality Cancer Data for Research.
(Published: April 11, 2011)

Photo: A manCancer Control
Collaborating to Conquer Cancer.
(Published: April 4, 2011)

Photo: MedicineWorld Health Day 
Fight Antimicrobial Resistance.
(Published: April 4, 2011)

March 2011

Photo: A childAssessment Tool
Communities Act to Prevent Chronic Diseases.
(Published: March 28, 2011)

Photo: A girlCerebral Palsy
Learn the Signs, Causes, and What to Do.
(Published: March 21, 2011)

Photo: Two womenSickle Cell
Learn the Symptoms and How to Stay Healthy.
(Published: March 14, 2011)

Photo: Red blood cellsBlood Clots
Take Simple Steps to Protect Yourself.
(Published: March 7, 2011)

Photo: A healthcare professionalSafe Healthcare
Infections in Dialysis and Hospital Patients.
(Published: March 1, 2011)

February 2011

Photo: A womanHeart Disease
Learn about Familial hypercholesterolemia.
(Published: February 14, 2011)

Photo: bloodpressure cuffVital Signs
High Blood Pressure and Cholesterol: Out of Control.
(Published: February 1, 2011)

January 2011

Photo: A man and womenDiabetes
Does Your Family History Include Type 2 Diabetes?
(Published: January 31, 2011)

Photo: A manDiabetes
Get the Facts on Diabetes.
(Published: January 26, 2011)

Photo: A child.CDC Social Media
Follow CDC on Facebook & Twitter
(Published: January 18, 2011)

Graphic: Men, women and children.Disparities
CDC Health Disparities & Inequalities Report.
(Published: January 13, 2011)

Photo: .Haiti Earthquake
One-Year Anniversary.
(Published: January 11, 2011)

A manCancer Statistics
Report Shows How Many Got or Died from Cancer.
(Published: January 3, 2011)

December 2010

Photo: Healthcare professionalSurgeon General
Report on How Tobacco Smoke Causes Disease.
(Published: December 9, 2010)

November 2010

Photo: A man.Breathe Better
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.
(Published: November 22, 2010)

Photo: A diverse group of people.Access to Care
Millions Skip Needed Health Care.
(Published: November 9, 2010)

October 2010

Photo: Mother and daughterHereditary Cancer
Breast and Ovarian Cancer.
(Published: October 18, 2010)

Photo: A man in wheelchair.Spina Bifida
Learn about Living with Spina Bifida.
(Published: October 18, 2010)

September 2010

Photo: Balamuthia mandrillaris ameba Balamuthia
Balamuthia mandrillaris ameba infection.
(Published: September 16, 2010)

August 2010

Photo: A womanFamily Reunion
Gather Your Family Health History this Summer.
(Published: August 2, 2010)

July 2010

Photo: The White House.HIV/AIDS 
National Plan Released by White House.
(Published: July 19, 2010)

June 2010

Photo: A hikerOutdoor Safety
Stay Safe in the Woods or Your Backyard.
(Published: June 28, 2010)

Photo: A senior couple. Alzheimer's Disease
It's Not a Normal Part of Growing Older
(Published: June 14, 2010)

May 2010

Photo: InjectionInjection Safety
Safe Injection Practices Prevent Infections
(Published: May 25, 2010)

Photo: A girl with a sunflowerAsthma
Asthma Management in Schools
(Published: May 17, 2010)

Photo: A young boyDrug Control
2010 National Drug Control Strategy.
(Published: May 10, 2010)

April 2010

Photo: A babyDetect Autism Early
First Step: Learn the Signs.
(Published: April 19, 2010)

February 2010

Photo: Blood pressure cuff. High Blood Pressure
New IOM Report on Hypertension
(Published: February 17, 2010)

 

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