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Infectious disease, global climate change, terrorism, an aging population, E. coli, obesity, heart disease, cancer, injury and disability -- CDC, the nation's premier public health agency, is on the front line of health protection to meet the challenges of these and other urgent threats and urgent realities of the 21st century. Our world class scientists, researchers, program and field staff, and communicators work everyday to help ensure life better for all people in the United States and across the globe.

On this profile, you can learn about and interact with CDC as we work to promote health and quality of life through health protection, promotion, prevention, and preparedness to ensure healthy people in a healthy world.

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Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD)

If you think you might have a sexually transmitted disease, please visit your doctor or clinic. No web site can treat an STD, but our resources may help to answer your questions.


Learn the Signs. Act Early

Visit the "Learn the Signs. Act Early." website for information about childhood developmental milestones and delays. You'll be able to track the developmental milestones your child should be reaching, see how milestones change as your child grows, and download fact sheets on developmental milestones for children from 3 months to 5 years, along with information on developmental screening and developmental disabilities.


Nutrition for Everyone

While you already know it is important to eat a healthy diet, you may find it more difficult to sort through all of the information about nutrition and food choices. The CDC has compiled a variety of resources to help you start healthier eating habits.


Pregnancy Folic Acid, Nutrition, Pregnancy Tips, Vaccinations, Violence, more...


Infants & Toddlers Birth Defects, Healthy Youth, Immunization, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), more...


Children ADHD, Autism, Child Development, Growth Charts, Healthy Youth, Injury, more...


Adolescents & Teens Adolescent Health, Alcohol and Drug Use, Nutrition, Risk Behavior, School Health, more....


Women Bone Health, Breast Cancer, Heart Disease, Mammograms, Reproductive Health, more...


Men Alcohol Use, HIV/AIDS, Oral Health, Prostate Cancer, Reproductive Health, more...


Older Adults & Seniors Arthritis, Cancer, Falls, Heart Disease, Stroke, Older Adult Drivers, more...


Family Gardening, Healthy Homes, Motor Vehicle Safety, Nutrition, Pet/Animal Safety, more...


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My Blog

What You Should Know During a Weather Emergency

CDC has current information on dealing with weather emergencies, including floods and heat waves. CDC contributes to national, state, and local efforts to prepare for and prevent public health disast...
Posted by CDC on Tue, 10 Jun 2008 02:26:00 PST

May is Healthy Vision Month

Vision impairments can cause significant suffering, disability, loss of productivity and diminished quality of life for millions of people. Healthy Vision Month is an opportune time to learn more abo...
Posted by CDC on Thu, 29 May 2008 05:58:00 PST

Creating Asthma-Friendly Schools

Of 30 children in a classroom, 3 are likely to have asthma. Asthma-friendly schools can help assure students' safety and health by adopting policies and procedures and coordinating student services. ...
Posted by CDC on Wed, 28 May 2008 04:36:00 PST

Older Americans Month  May 2008

The theme for Older Americans Month 2008 is Working Together for Strong, Healthy and Supportive Communities. May 2008 is Older Americans Month*  an ideal time to focus attention on the issues that a...
Posted by CDC on Wed, 28 May 2008 04:35:00 PST

Tips for a Healthy and Safe Family Reunion

Family reunions are a time to introduce and reinforce healthy living. If you are planning or participating in a family reunion, follow these tips to make sure it's safe and healthy. Plan healthy me...
Posted by CDC on Mon, 26 May 2008 05:50:00 PST

Click It or Ticket, May 19June 1, 2008

This summer  and all year  "Click It or Ticket," day and night. Buckling up could save your life. "Click It or Ticket" is a successful nationwide seat belt enforcement campaign. Each year, during t...
Posted by CDC on Mon, 26 May 2008 05:49:00 PST

Staying Safe on the Water - National Safe Boating Week

Stay safe during National Safe Boating Week, May 17-23, 2008, and all year, when you're on the water. Wearing your life jacket can keep you afloat and alive. Summer is an ideal boating season, and Am...
Posted by CDC on Mon, 19 May 2008 10:33:00 PST

National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week is May 18-24, 2008

The theme of the 2008 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week is "Your Life is Our Mission." EMS Week activities recognize the commitment that emergency medical personnel make to the communities they s...
Posted by CDC on Mon, 19 May 2008 10:30:00 PST

May is National Hepatitis Awareness Month, and May 19 is World Hepatitis Day

May is National Hepatitis Awareness Month, and May 19 is World Hepatitis Day. These annual observances raise awareness about the global impact of viral hepatitis and the importance of preventing hepa...
Posted by CDC on Mon, 19 May 2008 10:28:00 PST

Newborn Hearing Screening Important for Development

All infants should be screened for hearing loss no later than 1 month of age. It is best if they are screened before leaving the hospital. If the baby does not pass this hearing screening, it's very ...
Posted by CDC on Sun, 18 May 2008 10:11:00 PST