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Latest News Releases
- CDC Issues Framework for Resuming Safe and Responsible Cruise Ship Passenger Operations Friday, October 30, 2020
- CDC Opens New South America Regional Office in Brazil Friday, October 30, 2020
- National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week: Get the Facts – and Get Your Home and Child Tested Friday, October 23, 2020
- CDC investigating Multistate Outbreak of Listeria Infections Linked to Deli Meats Friday, October 23, 2020
- CDC Media Telebriefing Transcript on Operation Warp Speed Friday, October 23, 2020
- HHS Secretary Alex Azar and CDC Director Dr. Robert R. Redfield to give update on COVID-19 response, Operation Warp Speed Tuesday, October 20, 2020
- CDC and the American Mosquito Control Association Collaborate on First-ever Comprehensive Resources for Mosquito Control in Areas Affected by Natural Disasters Tuesday, October 13, 2020
- CDC shares guidance on how to stay safe during and after Hurricane Delta Friday, October 9, 2020
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Coronavirus Disease 2019
CDC is responding to the novel coronavirus outbreak.
Steps to Prevent Illness
The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to COVID-19.
What to Do if You are Sick
If you are sick with COVID-19 or suspect you are infected, take steps to help prevent the disease from spreading.
Keep Work, Schools, and Communities Safe
Protect yourself and your community from getting and spreading COVID-19.
People at Increased Risk
People at any age with certain underlying medical conditions are at increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19.
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