What is unusual antibiotic resistance? These germs can cause potentially untreatable infections. CDC’s Containment Strategy helps health departments and healthcare facilities detect and slow the spread of this type of resistance. Learn more: http://bit.ly/2GuiVx7
Don’t pee in the pool! Pee in the pool mixes with chlorine and uses it up, leaving less chlorine to kill germs. Pee mixed with chlorine can also create a chemical irritant that causes red, stinging eyes for swimmers. go.usa.gov/xXxHD.
Strong infection control can help healthcare facilities keep germs from spreading, but facilities should be on alert and plan for unusual resistance arriving in their facility. Learn about other steps healthcare facilities can take to stop spread of new threats: http://bit.ly/2GuiVx7
FREE CE/Maintenance of Certification (MOC) for pediatricians! April is National Autism Awareness Month. Take CDC’s training and learn how to identify, diagnose, and manage autism spectrum disorder. https://go.usa.gov/xQYsP
Starting a backyard flock? Or know someone who is? Chicks and ducklings are cute, but they can sometimes spread harmful germs to people. Always wash your hands after handling animals so you don’t get sick. go.usa.gov/xXnmS
Germs are everywhere! Protect yourself and your family from getting sick and spreading germs to others by washing your hands the right way. http://bit.ly/2hPlvFi
Shopping for fruits and vegetables? Check out CDC’s advice on simple steps to help prevent foodborne illness, and refrigerate your purchases within 2 hours—1 hour if it’s a hot day. go.usa.gov/xXx8n
Unusual resistant germs are more common than you might think and are hard to treat. Healthcare facilities and health departments can develop a plan to respond rapidly to unusual resistant germs as soon as they’re first identified. http://bit.ly/2GuiVx7
This year’s STD Awareness Month theme – Treat Me Right – focuses on the importance of strong provider-patient relationships in the face of rising STD rates. Learn more: https://go.usa.gov/xnheV.
Do you have ALS? If so, you can help us learn more about this disease. Thousands of people with ALS have already shared their information with the National ALS Registry. Join the ALS Registry today and see how you can make a difference. www.cdc.gov/als
New types of antibiotic resistance are constantly developing and spreading. By taking early, aggressive action even when there’s only one case, we can keep germs with unusual resistance from spreading and causing untreatable infections. If we don’t work to stop these threats now, even minor infections may become life threatening and lead to sepsis. Learn more: http://bit.ly/2GuiVx7
Transform your laboratory knowledge into a real career advantage. CDC’s Laboratory Leadership Service is a training program that prepares the next generation of public health laboratory leaders. Applications open on April 16! Learn more: https://go.usa.gov/xQ3Zs
Alcohol use can increase your risk of breast cancer. This Alcohol Awareness Month, take small steps to lower your consumption of alcoholic drinks. http://bit.ly/2GD5cal
More recalls of dried coconut due to Salmonella contamination. If you have any dried coconut, check FDA’s website for a list of the grocery stores that received recalled bulk packages of International Harvest, Inc. brand Go Smiles Dried Coconut Raw. https://go.usa.gov/xQYxM
Thinking about applying to CDC’s Epidemic Intelligence Service? Applications open on April 16! Our new video offers a glimpse into the many ways these disease detectives make a difference in the health, lives, and safety of populations: https://go.usa.gov/xQ3ZV
Did you know you can get flu more than once a season? Overall flu activity continues to drop, but in recent weeks, influenza B viruses have been more frequently reported than influenza A viruses. Illness associated with influenza B can be just as severe as illness associated with influenza A. Remember these steps to stay healthy as flu season winds down: http://bit.ly/2jAPjGz
Do you want to be a program evaluator at the CDC? CDC seeks applicants for the 2018 class of the CDC Evaluation Fellowship Program. Apply by April 13 at https://go.usa.gov/xn6SE.
Dried coconut from three companies has been recalled due to Salmonella contamination. Do not eat recalled dried coconut from International Harvest, Inc., Natural Grocers, and Healthy Nut Factory. Learn more here: https://go.usa.gov/xQYxe