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    Jun 12

    is found in wildlife in every US state but Hawaii. It is nearly always fatal once symptoms start, but it’s also preventable. Learn more about the risk and what to do after contact with wildlife in new report.

    Are you at risk for Rabies?
    Rabies is a virus that infects wildlife, especially bats, raccoons, foxes, and skunks in the US.
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  2. 17 hours ago

    Healthcare providers, if you have patients who are graduating, talk w/ them & their parents about their changing healthcare needs--like a transition plan to an adult provider. Empower your patients to stay in care with these resources: .

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  3. 17 hours ago

    Nearly 300 people sick in 41 states from Salmonella outbreaks linked to chickens and ducks in backyard flocks. Wash hands and handle them appropriately.

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    19 hours ago

    Today, we activated the Emergency Operations Center at to support our expanded response team in . We are working toward a longer term, sustained effort to bring this complex epidemic to an end.

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    19 hours ago

    As part of the Administration’s whole-of-government effort, subject matter experts are working with the Disaster Assistance Response Team on the ground in and to support the Congolese and international response.

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    19 hours ago

    . has deployed staff with expertise in epidemiology, case mgmt, infection control & prevention, lab science, border health, risk communication, community engagement, information tech, emergency mgmt, and logistics to help with response.

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    19 hours ago

    The risk of global spread of remains low. Activation of the Emergency Operations Center at does not mean that the threat of Ebola to the U.S. has increased or that changes are being made to ’s outbreak-related guidance.

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  8. 19 hours ago

    June is National Cytomegalovirus Awareness Month. For most people, is not a serious health problem. But some groups, including babies born with CMV infection, are at high risk of serious complications. Learn more about CMV: .

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  9. 20 hours ago

    Americans are moving more, but more activity is needed for most adults. Physical activity lowers risk for heart disease, stroke, obesity, and type 2 diabetes. Learn more in a new report:

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    22 hours ago

    CDC supports as they move from preparedness to response mode in the ongoing outbreak. We have been working alongside partners to build capacity for full-fledged, real time deployment and response. The country is ready and has quickly put preparedness into action.

    , , and 2 others
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  11. Retweeted
    Jun 12

    .’s Community Guide is a great online resource that educates American communities about the strategies that best serve their needs. It is an outstanding example of how to put science into action!

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    Jun 12

    As of today, Ministry of Health has confirmed 3 cases. Uganda and partners have been preparing for an outbreak, including recent simulation exercises and vaccination for frontline health workers. See the statement from

    See our statement on the three confirmed cases in :
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  13. 20 hours ago

    ? Physical activity lowers risk for , stroke, obesity, and type 2 . Learn more about physical activity trends in the U.S. in a new report:

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  14. 21 hours ago

    that 7 out of 10 Americans who die from rabies in the US caught it from infected bats? Read more about rabies risk in new report to help keep your family healthy and safe.

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  15. 23 hours ago

    Nearly 80 million Americans today have some form of infection – but how many people become newly infected each year?

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    Jun 12

    CDC remains committed to working with and neighboring countries, in collaboration w. other international partners, to ensure the response to the outbreak is robust and well-coordinated to stop the spread of disease & end the outbreak.

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    Jun 12

    We are activating the Emergency Operations Center at headquarters to provide enhanced operational support to the U.S. partner response in and neighboring countries, and to assist our expanded Ebola response team deployed in DRC.

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    Jun 12

    To achieve elimination goals in Pakistan, efforts are needed to increase MCV1 & MCV2 vaccine coverage, reach communities not accessing immunization services, & improve measles case detection, reporting, and investigation. More in .

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  19. Jun 12

    ? Among 1 year olds, 1 in 3 consume a sugary drink on a given day. Join Live on Facebook, 6/18 at 1pm ET to learn how nutrition is critical for brain development, healthy growth, & setting children on a path for lifelong health.

    Maternal, Infant and Early Childhood Nutrition
    Pregnancy to a child’s second birthday is when nutrition is most critical for brain development & healthy growth.
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    Jun 12

    Avoiding tobacco can improve your health. This , make a plan to quit smoking for the favorite men in your life. Learn how you can quit at .

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    Jun 10

    During the historic West Africa outbreak, CDC deployed 700+ staff to and supported an Ebola vaccine trial, called STRIVE. The public health capacity built during that response is a legacy that continues to strengthen .

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