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Lightning Safety

Lightning Safety

When thunder roars, go indoors! Protect yourself and loved ones from lightning during a thunderstorm.

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Prevent Type 2 Diabetes in Kids

Parents can help their children prevent type 2 Diabetes. Practice these healthy habits.

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CDC 2018 Yellow Book

Planning an international trip? Check out the CDC Yellow Book 2018 for up-to-date health information.

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E. coli & Food Safety

Check out CDC’s tips on reducing the risk of E. coli infections for you and your family.

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Zika and Birth Defects

Learn more about microcephaly and other birth defects caused by Zika.

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Ebola: People + Public Health + Political Will

Ebola: People + Public Health + Political Will

Ebola: People + Public Health + Political Will

Visit the David J. Sencer Museum to take a tour through CDC’s historic response to the 2014-2016 Ebola Fever Virus epidemic.

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Page last updated: April 26, 2017
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David J. Sencer CDC Museum

David J. Sencer CDC Museum

Ever wonder how CDC scientists merge old-fashioned detective work with high-tech science to crack the cases of mystery diseases? Get the Story! Visit the David J. Sencer CDC Museum at CDC Headquarters. The museum is free and open to the public so we would like to see you soon.

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