CDC Director Addresses National Press Club - Transcript
CDC Director Tom Frieden, M.D., M.P.H., discussed the latest news and developments in the Zika virus outbreak today at the National Press Club.
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CDC Director Addresses National Press Club: Video Availability - Media Advisory
CDC Director Tom Frieden, M.D., M.P.H., will discuss the latest news and developments in the Zika virus outbreak today at the National Press Club. He will discuss what we have learned while fighting Zika, and what needs to be done to halt this outbreak.
CDC adds Argentina to interim travel guidance related to Zika virus - Media Statement
Today, CDC posted a Zika virus travel notice for Argentina. Local transmission of Zika virus infection (Zika) has been reported in Tucumán Province, Argentina. CDC has issued travel notices (level 2, "practice enhanced precautions") for people traveling to destinations with Zika. For a full list of affected countries/regions, visit http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/zika-travel-information.
Transcript for CDC Telebriefing: Zika Virus Update - 5-20-2016 - Transcript
Transcript for CDC Telebriefing: Zika Virus Update - 5-20-2016
CDC Changes Reporting of Numbers of Pregnant Women affected by Zika Virus - Media Statement
To gain a more complete picture of the impact of Zika virus infection during pregnancy, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today will begin reporting the total number of pregnant women with Zika virus infection from two newly established enhanced surveillance systems: the US Zika Pregnancy Registry and the Puerto Rico Zika Active Pregnancy Surveillance System.
CDC Telebriefing: Zika Virus Update - Media Advisory
CDC will host a telebriefing to provide an update on the Zika Virus
Transcript for CDC Telebriefing: Serious violations lead to closures of U.S. public pools & other aquatic venues - Transcript
Transcript for CDC Telebriefing: Serious violations lead to closures of U.S. public pools & other aquatic venues
CDC Telebriefing: Serious violations lead to closures of U.S. public pools & other aquatic venues - Media Advisory
Thousands of public pools and other aquatic venues across the United States are closed each year due to serious health and safety violations, including inadequate disinfectant concentrations and safety equipment.
Thousands of public pools, hot tubs closed due to serious violations - Press Release
Every year, serious health and safety violations force thousands of public pools, hot tubs, and water playgrounds to close, according to a report published in CDC's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. But there's a lot you can do to protect yourself and your family.
CDC expanding groundbreaking disease identification tool - Press Release
MicrobeNet provides laboratorians with unprecedented access to CDC's virtual microbe library of more than 2,400 rare and emerging infectious bacteria and fungi at no cost.
CDC Announces Funds for States and Territories to Prepare for Zika - Press Release
U.S. states and territories can now apply to CDC for funds to fight Zika locally. More than $85 million in redirected funds identified by the Department of Health and Human Services is being made available to support efforts to protect Americans from Zika infection and associated adverse health outcomes, including the serious birth defect microcephaly.
CDC adds Grenada to interim travel guidance related to Zika virus - Media Statement
Today, CDC posted a Zika virus travel notice for Grenada. CDC has issued travel notices (level 2, "practice enhanced precautions") for people traveling to destinations with Zika. For a full list of affected countries/regions, visit http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/zika-travel-information.
CDC study: Former NFL players not at increased risk of suicide - Press Release
Retired National Football League (NFL) players are at no greater risk of suicide when compared with the general U.S. population, according to a new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
CDC adds Saint Barthelemy to interim travel guidance related to Zika virus - Media Statement
Today, CDC posted a Zika virus travel notice for Saint Barthelemy. CDC has issued travel notices (level 2, "practice enhanced precautions") for people traveling to destinations with Zika. For a full list of affected countries/regions, visit http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/zika-travel-information.
CDC adds Peru to interim travel guidance related to Zika virus - Media Statement
Today, CDC posted a Zika virus travel notice for Peru. CDC has issued travel notices (level 2, "practice enhanced precautions") for people traveling to destinations with Zika. For a full list of affected countries/regions, visit http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/zika-travel-information.
Control Is Their Goal: Million Hearts Recognizes the 2015 Hypertension Control Champions - Press Release
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New CDC Campaign Reminds Docs, Nurses that "Clean Hands Count" - Press Release
Today, World Hand Hygiene Day, CDC is launching the new "Clean Hands Count" campaign urging healthcare professionals, patients, and patients' loved ones to prevent healthcare-associated infections by keeping their hands clean.
Clean Hands Count - Digital Press Kit
This World Hand Hygiene Day, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention launched "Clean Hands Count," a new hand hygiene campaign focused on improving adherence to hand hygiene recommendations, dispelling myths and misperceptions about hand hygiene, and empowering patients.
Hepatitis C Kills More Americans than Any Other Infectious Disease - Press Release
Deaths associated with hepatitis C reached an all-time high of 19,659 in 2014, according to new surveillance data released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
More Young Children with ADHD Could Benefit from Behavior Therapy - Press Release
More young children 2 to 5 years of age receiving care for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) could benefit from psychological services - including the recommended treatment of behavior therapy.
CDC Telebriefing: New Vital Signs Report-What is the recommended first-line treatment for young children with ADHD? - Media Advisory
About half of young children 2-5 years of age with an attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis are not receiving psychological services, including the recommended treatment of parent training in behavior therapy.
CDC: 1 in 3 antibiotic prescriptions unnecessary - Press Release
At least 30 percent of antibiotics prescribed in the United States are unnecessary, according to new data published today in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in collaboration with Pew Charitable Trusts and other public health and medical experts.
Inside Investigations: CDC's Disease Detective Conference - Press Release
Epidemic Intelligence Service officers present findings on Zika, e-cigarettes, violent death, and more
CDC adds Papua New Guinea to interim travel guidance related to Zika virus - Media Statement
CDC is working with other public health officials to monitor for ongoing Zika virus? transmission. Today, CDC posted a Zika virus travel notice for Papua New Guinea. CDC has issued travel notices (level 2, "practice enhanced precautions") for people traveling to destinations with Zika.
Teen birth rates fall nearly 50 percent among Hispanic and black teens, dropping national teen birth rate to an all-time low - Press Release
Births among Hispanic and black teens have dropped by almost half since 2006, according to a new analysis published by CDC. This mirrors a substantial national decline: births to all American teenagers have dropped more than 40 percent within the past decade
A new study shows link between e-cigarette ads and use among youth - Press Release
There is a link between exposure to e-cigarette advertisements and the use of e-cigarettes by middle and high school students, according to a new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
CDC and OSHA Issue Interim Guidance for Protecting Workers from Occupational Exposure to Zika Virus - Media Statement
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) today issued new guidance and information for protecting workers from occupational exposure to Zika virus.
Workers' Memorial Day 2016 - Media Advisory
Today, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released new data regarding injuries, deaths, and illness faced by millions every year in the workplace. This week's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) issue is devoted to occupational health concerns, in acknowledgment of Workers Memorial Day (April 28th).
CDC Disease Detectives Conference - Media Advisory
CDC's Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) - better known as CDC's disease detective program - will hold its annual conference May 2-5 in Atlanta. The event showcases EIS investigations conducted over the past year.
CDC adds Belize to interim travel guidance related to Zika virus - Media Statement
CDC is working with other public health officials to monitor for ongoing Zika virus? transmission. Today, CDC posted a Zika virus travel notice for Belize. CDC has issued travel notices (level 2, "practice enhanced precautions") for people traveling to destinations with Zika.
Transcript for CDC Telebriefing: Zika Virus Update - 4-13-2016 - Transcript
Transcript for a CDC hosted telebriefing which provided an update on the Zika Virus.
No decline in overall youth tobacco use since 2011 - Press Release
Overall tobacco use by middle and high school students has not changed since 2011, according to new data published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) Center for Tobacco Products in today's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR).
Increased use of type of diagnostic test poses challenge to tracking of foodborne illness - Press Release
Changes in the tests that diagnose foodborne illness are helping identify infections faster but could soon pose challenges to finding outbreaks and monitoring progress toward preventing foodborne disease, according to a report published today in CDC's Morbidity and Mortality Week Report.
CDC Concludes Zika Causes Microcephaly and Other Birth Defects - Media Statement
Scientists at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have concluded, after careful review of existing evidence, that Zika virus is a cause of microcephaly and other severe fetal brain defects.
CDC Adds Saint Lucia to Interim Travel Guidance Related to Zika Virus - Media Statement
CDC is working with other public health officials to monitor for ongoing Zika virus? transmission. Today, CDC posted a Zika virus travel notice for Saint Lucia. CDC has issued travel notices (level 2, "practice enhanced precautions") for people traveling to destinations with Zika.
CDC Telebriefing: Zika Virus Update - Media Advisory
CDC will host a telebriefing to provide an update on the Zika Virus
Transcript for CDC Telebriefing: Zika Summit Press Conference - Transcript
Transcript for CDC telebriefing of the Zika Summit Press Conference
CDC Adds Fiji to Interim Travel Guidance Related to Zika Virus - Media Statement
CDC is working with other public health officials to monitor for ongoing Zika virus? transmission. Today, CDC posted a Zika virus travel notice for Fiji. CDC has issued travel notices (level 2, "practice enhanced precautions") for people traveling to destinations with Zika. For a full list of affected countries/regions, visit http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/zika-travel-information.
CDC Adds Kosrae to Interim Travel Guidance Related to Zika Virus - Media Statement
CDC is working with other public health officials to monitor for ongoing Zika virus? transmission. Today, CDC posted a Zika virus travel notice for Fiji. CDC has issued travel notices (level 2, "practice enhanced precautions") for people traveling to destinations with Zika. For a full list of affected countries/regions, visit http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/zika-travel-information.
Zika Virus - Vital Signs: Zika and Pregnancy - Digital Press Kit
In past Zika outbreaks, most people have not gotten sick, so people may not even know they are infected. Based on current knowledge, the greatest risk for complications from Zika is to a pregnant woman's fetus.
National Zika Summit Focused on Coordinated U.S. Response - Press Release
Today, more than 300 local, state, and federal government officials; health experts; and non-government partners are gathering at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to prepare for the likelihood of mosquito-borne transmission of the Zika virus in some parts of the continental United States.
Potential Laboratory-acquired Salmonella Infection at CDC - Media Statement
CDC is investigating how one of its laboratory workers who was recently diagnosed with Salmonella infection may have acquired their infection due to work they performed in a BSL-2 laboratory (a level of lab work involving pathogens that are common and treatable causes of illness).
CDC estimates 1 in 68 school-aged children have autism; no change from previous estimate - Press Release
An estimated 1 in 68 (14.6 per 1,000) school-aged children have been identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), according to a CDC report published today in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) Surveillance Summary.
Announcing the Healthcare-Associated Venous Thromboembolism Prevention Challenge Champions: Hospital Systems Saving Lives through Innovative Prevention Efforts - Press Release
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today recognized eight hospitals and healthcare systems as Healthcare-Associated Venous Thromboembolism (HA-VTE) Prevention Champions for their success in implementing innovative and effective ways to prevent venous thromboembolism in healthcare settings.
U.S. Zika Action Plan Summit and Press Conference - Media Advisory
Hosted by CDC, the one-day Zika Action Plan Summit will bring together officials from local, state and federal jurisdictions and non-government organizations to prepare for a coordinated U.S. response to Zika.
New Resources for Infection Prevention in Dental Settings - Media Advisory
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention today released a new resource designed to help dental health care professionals prevent infections.
Transcript for CDC Telebriefing: Updates on CDC recommendations related to Zika virus - Transcript
Transcript for CDC Telebriefing: Updates on CDC recommendations related to Zika virus
CDC Issues Updated Zika Recommendations: Timing of Pregnancy after Zika Exposure, Prevention of Sexual Transmission, Considerations for Reducing Unintended Pregnancy in Areas with Zika Transmission - Media Statement
CDC today issued new guidance and information to prevent Zika virus transmission and health effects.
CDC Telebriefing: Updates on CDC recommendations related to Zika virus - Media Advisory
Updates on CDC recommendations related to Zika virus
Impact of first federally funded anti-smoking ad campaign remains strong after three years - Press Release
The latest outcomes measuring the impact of CDC's national tobacco education campaign are as strong as those achieved in its first year, and suggest that three years into the campaign, the ads were still having a significant impact.
Changes in the CDC/ATSDR Formaldehyde in Laminate Flooring Report - Media Statement
On February 10, 2016, CDC/ATSDR released a report entitled Possible Health Implications from Exposure to Formaldehyde Emitted from Laminate Flooring Samples Tested by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
CDC/ATSDR Revises Report of Possible Health Effects Associated with Formaldehyde in Select Laminate Flooring
The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) National Center for Environmental Health (NCEH) has revised its report "Possible Health Implications from Exposure to Formaldehyde Emitted from Laminate Flooring Samples Tested by the Consumer Product Safety Commission."
CDC adds Dominica to interim travel guidance related to Zika virus - Media Statement
CDC is working with other public health officials to monitor for ongoing Zika virus? transmission. Today, CDC posted a Zika virus travel notice for Dominica. CDC has issued travel notices (level 2, "practice enhanced precautions") for people traveling to destinations with Zika. For a full list of affected countries/regions, visit http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/zika-travel-information.
CDC adds Cuba to interim travel guidance related to Zika virus - Media Statement
CDC is working with other public health officials to monitor for ongoing Zika virus transmission. Today, CDC posted a Zika virus travel notice for Cuba. CDC has issued travel notices (level 2, "practice enhanced precautions") for people traveling to destinations with Zika.
New CDC Laboratory Test for Zika Virus Authorized for Emergency Use by FDA - Media Statement
In response to a request from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) yesterday issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for the Trioplex Real-time RT-PCR Assay, a diagnostic tool for Zika virus that will be distributed to qualified laboratories.
Transcript for CDC Telebriefing: Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain - Transcript
The release of the CDC guideline for prescribing opioids for chronic pain
JAMA's publication of five perceptive and practical opinions - Media Statement
In our effort to reach primary care providers, the respected voice of JAMA is instrumental. We are encouraged by JAMA's publication of five perceptive and practical opinions that give prescribers insight into the need for and application of the CDC Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Pain according to their patients' needs.
CDC Foundation's New Business Pulse Focuses on Five Ways CDC Protects Employee Health - Media Advisory
Business Pulse: 5 Ways CDC Protects the Health of Your Business, launched today by the CDC Foundation, provides America's employers with CDC guidance and resources in five key areas.
CDC Releases Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain
As part of the urgent response to the epidemic of overdose deaths, CDC issued new recommendations for prescribing opioid medications for chronic pain, excluding cancer, palliative, and end-of-life care.
CDC Releases Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain - Press Release
As part of the U.S. government's urgent response to the epidemic of overdose deaths, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today is issuing new recommendations for prescribing opioid medications for chronic pain, excluding cancer, palliative, and end-of-life care.
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