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    Getting back into a school-year sleep routine doesn't have to be complicated. Kids ages 6–12 need 9–12 hours of sleep a night. Teens ages 13–18 need 8–10 hours. Kids who stick to…

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    Getting back into a school-year sleep routine doesn't have to be complicated. K…
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    HHS and CDC extend their condolences to the families and communities affected by two measles-associated deaths in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. CDC is working closely with state…

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    It’s not always obvious when water is unsafe. Check online or near the water for warnings from local officials. Follow the advice to avoid germs, unsafe conditions, or other hazar…

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    E. coli and Salmonella Outbreak: 55 people sick, 4 hospitalized, in 15 states. Do not eat affected Everything Sprouts alfalfa sprouts. Throw them out or return them. See the notic…

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    On August 21, National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day™, share the facts. Counterfeit pills can look like real medicine but may contain illegally made fentanyl. Parents, car…

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    On August 21, National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day™, share the facts.…
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    CDC Director Dr. Erica Schwartz introduced herself to staff this week and shared three initial priorities: earning trust through transparency and scientific rigor, strengthening C…

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    CDC Director Dr. Erica Schwartz introduced herself to staff this week and share…
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    Hundreds of CDC-trained disease detectives are helping stop the #Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo – the second largest in history. They are reaching villages…

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    Hundreds of CDC-trained disease detectives are helping stop the #Ebola outbreak…
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    Meaningful Progress in the Fight Against America’s Overdose Crisis New provisional CDC data show predicted U.S. drug overdose deaths have fallen 12.3%, comparing 12-month-ending e…

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    Meaningful Progress in the Fight Against America’s Overdose Crisis New provisio…
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    It's Raccoon Summer (thanks, Jimothy)! Summer is also when rabies cases rise. Protect Jimothy & all wildlife: keep your distance, call a pro if you see a sick or injured wild…

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    It's Raccoon Summer (thanks, Jimothy)! Summer is also when rabies cases rise. P…
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    Across Tribal Nations, CDC partners to support health, strengthen public health systems, and advance community-driven solutions. From prevention and recovery programs to research…

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    Across Tribal Nations, CDC partners to support health, strengthen public health…
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    CDC partners with Tribal Epidemiology Centers (TECs) and Tribes to strengthen public health infrastructure across Indian Country. TECs deliver critical public health support for A…

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    CDC partners with Tribal Epidemiology Centers (TECs) and Tribes to strengthen p…
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    CDC monitors important health issues affecting American Indian and Alaska Native youth. A recent study found that high school students who drink soda or sports drinks 4 or more ti…

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    CDC monitors important health issues affecting American Indian and Alaska Nativ…
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    Through the Tribal Overdose Prevention Program, CDC supports community-led, culturally grounded approaches that help Tribal Nations address overdose and promote healing. These eff…

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    Through the Tribal Overdose Prevention Program, CDC supports community-led, cul…
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    There are 575 federally recognized Tribes across the United States—each with unique strengths, cultures, and health priorities. CDC partners with Tribal communities to support hea…

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    There are 575 federally recognized Tribes across the United States—each with un…
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    E. coli Outbreak Recall Update: Check your freezer for all lots of recalled GreenWise frozen organic blueberries or mixed berries. All lot numbers are included. If you have them i…

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    E. coli Outbreak Recall Update: Check your freezer for all lots of recalled Gre…
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    Sharks thrive in the right habitat. You can, too. Healthy living isn't one big decision. It's the small choices you make every day. ✔️ Eat nutritious foods. ✔️ Be physically activ…

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    Sharks thrive in the right habitat. You can, too. Healthy living isn't one big…
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    Salmonella Outbreak: 98 people sick in 17 states, most illnesses are in Texas, 26 hospitalized. Midwest Poultry Services, L.P. recalls brown cage free shell eggs and white shell e…

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    Salmonella Outbreak: 98 people sick in 17 states, most illnesses are in Texas,…
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    Salmonella Outbreak Update: 814 people sick, 201 hospitalized with 1 death, in 45 states and Puerto Rico from contact with backyard poultry. Backyard poultry can carry Salmonella…

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    Salmonella Outbreak Update: 814 people sick, 201 hospitalized with 1 death, in…
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    Not every health threat is easy to spot. Screening tests can prevent some cancers or catch them early, often before symptoms appear and when treatment is more likely to work best.…

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    Not every health threat is easy to spot. Screening tests can prevent some cance…
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    Sharks keep moving. Your body benefits when you do, too. Adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each week, plus muscle-strengthening ac…

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    Sharks keep moving. Your body benefits when you do, too. Adults should aim for…
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    Healthy eating isn't about perfection. It's about making nutritious choices more often. Choosing more vegetables, fruits, whole grains, proteins, dairy, and healthy fats while lim…

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    Healthy eating isn't about perfection. It's about making nutritious choices mor…
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    The risk of a shark attack is rare. The risk of prediabetes? About 2 in 5 U.S. adults. Prediabetes usually has no symptoms, but knowing your risk is the first step toward preventi…

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    The risk of a shark attack is rare. The risk of prediabetes? About 2 in 5 U.S.…
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    Sharks get a lot of attention. But some of the biggest threats to your health don’t live in the ocean. Heart disease, cancer, obesity, and diabetes are among the leading causes of…

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    Sharks get a lot of attention. But some of the biggest threats to your health d…
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    CDC and partners are putting data modernization into action—strengthening emergency response, improving data access, and supporting faster, data-driven decisions. Read the highlig…

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    CDC and partners are putting data modernization into action—strengthening emerg…
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    Summer heat is no joke. ☀️🌡️ Heat waves are one of the leading causes of weather-related deaths in the United States. But staying active and healthy — even on the hottest days — i…

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    Summer heat is no joke. ☀️🌡️ Heat waves are one of the leading causes of weathe… Summer heat is no joke. ☀️🌡️ Heat waves are one of the leading causes of weathe… Summer heat is no joke. ☀️🌡️ Heat waves are one of the leading causes of weathe…
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    Wildfire season is here. Do you know what to do if smoke reaches your area? Wildfire smoke can reach far away from where fires burn, and it can make anyone sick. Those with asthma…

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    Wildfire season is here. Do you know what to do if smoke reaches your area? Wil…
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    State, local, and federal partners are working together to investigate a multi-state outbreak of the parasite Cyclospora. Investigations to identify sources of illness are ongoing…

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    State, local, and federal partners are working together to investigate a multi-…
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    To reduce the risk of Ebola importation into the United States, CDC, under Title 42, and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), under Title 49, are currently working together…

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    To reduce the risk of Ebola importation into the United States, CDC, under Titl…
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    Pool day plans? 🏊 Before you dive in, make sure you're ready. A safe pool day takes a little preparation. #HealthySummer #PoolSafety #WaterSafety #HealthySwimming #CDC

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    Pool day plans? 🏊 Before you dive in, make sure you're ready. A safe pool day t… Pool day plans? 🏊 Before you dive in, make sure you're ready. A safe pool day t… Pool day plans? 🏊 Before you dive in, make sure you're ready. A safe pool day t… Pool day plans? 🏊 Before you dive in, make sure you're ready. A safe pool day t…
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    Ready or not, summer is here — and so is the sun and heat. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and dehydration is a real risk on hot days. But there are pl…

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    Ready or not, summer is here — and so is the sun and heat. Skin cancer is the m… Ready or not, summer is here — and so is the sun and heat. Skin cancer is the m… Ready or not, summer is here — and so is the sun and heat. Skin cancer is the m…