At a glance
CDC's Global Health Center works the public from dangerous and costly public health threats—responding when and where health threats arise. Find more information on the topics we cover.
Global Health Protection
CDC is a critical part of the U.S. government-wide effort to promote global health security.
IHR require that all countries detect, assess, report, and respond to public health events.
Immunization
CDC works to protect people worldwide from vaccine-preventable diseases.
Rubella is a leading cause of vaccine-preventable birth defects (congenital rubella syndrome).
Measles is a vaccine-preventable disease that can lead to serious health issues and even death.
CDC works with partners to eradicate polio worldwide through sound science and effective programming
CDC provides support to help decrease the burden of hepatitis B around the world.
Vaccinating girls against HPV would prevent more deaths than any other immunization activity.
6 million women and their babies worldwide remain unprotected against maternal and neonatal tetanus
Water, Sanitation and Hygiene
Explore how clean water, proper sanitation, and good hygiene prevent illness & save lives
Immigrant and Refugee Health
CDC works to promote and improve the health of immigrants, refugees, and migrants globally.
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Global Health Center