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2019 Novel Coronavirus

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is working closely with partners worldwide on the development of pandemic preparedness and response plans, and is working on multiple fronts to prepare communities to respond to this public health threat. This is a rapidly evolving situation and more information will be updated as it becomes available.

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World No Tobacco Day

Data from the Global Youth Tobacco Survey show young people across the world are using e-cigarettes. Learn how you can protect young people from the dangers of tobacco product use, including e-cigarettes.

FEATURE STORY

Data Can Help Protect Young People From the Dangers of Tobacco Across the World. – Millions of Adolescents Are at Risk and More Work Is Needed

INFOGRAPHIC

E-cigarettes Are Not Safe for Young People. – About 1.7 million young people aged 13-15 in 73 countries or survey sites use e-cigarettes.

VIDEO

World No Tobacco Day Video 2020 – CDC collaborates with global pediatric societies to protect youth around the world from tobacco

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