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Federal, state, and local response to Lassa fever case in Iowa - the first such case in the U.S. in eight years - helps inform preparedness for future outbreaks. bit.ly/4jiR05f
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Flu can cause severe disease. The 2024-25 flu season had the highest recorded flu hospitalization rate. Last season, 17% of people hospitalized with flu were admitted to the intensive care unit & 3% died in the hospital, similar to past seasons' estimates: bit.ly/4m6E6Ig
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31 Dec 2025
With no vaccine or medicine available to prevent/treat #GuineaWorm, ending this disease depends on innovative strategies & actions. Learn more about CDC, @CarterCenter, & other 🔑 partner efforts in curbing infections & moving closer to 0 cases worldwide: bit.ly/4qoSQ82
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30 Dec 2025
Clinicians can save lives from rare welder’s anthrax by quickly recognizing symptoms, risk factors & treatment options. Employers can learn which worksite actions lower disease risk for metalworkers & welders: bit.ly/4qz7IRy
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29 Dec 2025
#ICYMI The health of U.S. caregivers continued to be worse than adults without caregiving responsibilities in 13 critical areas of chronic disease, mental health, and health behaviors. Uncover more insights from CDC's 2024 report: bit.ly/mm7334a2
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23 Dec 2025
📊 New study: Only about 1 in 4 U.S. women of reproductive age (18-44) meet the recommended Physical Activity Guidelines. Staying active is important for both physical and mental health. More: bit.ly/4pCZEin #Fitness #Health #ActivePeople
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22 Dec 2025
Coal workers’ pneumoconiosis is an occupational lung disease that causes worsening lung function. It caused or contributed to almost 2,000 deaths in 2020-23. Deaths were highest among workers in industries like mining, construction, & manufacturing: bit.ly/4qgyb6c
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19 Dec 2025
Only about 1 in 4 U.S. women ages 18 to 44 meet the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. Let’s #getmoving for our health – physical and mental!💪✨💪Tag a friend to join you! 👯 cdc.gov/MovingMatters
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18 Dec 2025
Coal workers’ pneumoconiosis (CWP) caused or contributed to almost 2,000 deaths in 2020-2023. Workers in certain industries and occupations may be at higher risk. Consider work history in those with possible CWP. Learn more: bit.ly/4qgyb6c
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17 Dec 2025
A rabies outbreak in livestock linked to a skunk led to costly human medical care & a significant delay in sales. Farmers and veterinarians in areas with high levels of wild rabies may consider preventive vaccination for high-value animals. Learn more: bit.ly/4oNjV3r
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17 Dec 2025
CDC recommends the 2025-26 COVID-19 vaccine for people ages 6 months & older based on individual-based decision making. Parents of children ages 6 months to 17 years should discuss the benefit of COVID-19 vaccination with a healthcare provider. Learn more: bit.ly/4rQbeZ7
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15 Dec 2025
A rabies outbreak in livestock linked to a skunk led to costly human medical care and a significant delay in sales. Farmers and veterinarians in areas with high levels of wild rabies may consider preventive vaccination for high-value animals. Learn more: bit.ly/4oNjV3r
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12 Dec 2025
42 patients in 3 countries had Paraburkholderia in clinical cultures, environmental bacteria that don't typically cause human infection. Cases were linked to a contaminated nonsterile ultrasound gel that was inappropriately used before invasive procedures. bit.ly/48RliZk
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11 Dec 2025
#HCPs: New CDC study shows that 2024–25 COVID-19 vaccines provided children with protection against COVID-19-associated emergency department and urgent care visits. Talk to parents about the benefits of an updated COVID-19 vaccine. bit.ly/4rS0RUO
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10 Dec 2025
Learn more about when to consult public health officials to assess rabies risks before or immediately after organ or tissue donation: bit.ly/3KiFYkB
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9 Dec 2025
Report describes flu antiviral treatment of hospitalized children & adolescents with flu declined from the 2017–18 to 2023–24 season. #HCPs: Treat children & adolescents hospitalized with suspected or confirmed flu with flu antivirals ASAP. Earn Free CE: medscape.org/viewarticle/100…
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8 Dec 2025
A transplant recipient died from rabies after getting a kidney from an infected donor. Clinicians and transplant teams: Learn more about the case and when to consult public health officials to assess rabies risks. Learn more: bit.ly/3KiFYkB
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2 Dec 2025
Public health investigators: Walnuts can be contaminated with STEC and cause illness. Consider walnuts as a possible vehicle when assessing future outbreaks. bit.ly/3JSNzpW
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1 Dec 2025
DIY injection of botulinum toxin is dangerous. Learn about three people who became severely ill with suspected botulism after injecting themselves with botulinum toxin purchased online. Read the report: bit.ly/48qfNk6
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