CDC posted a graphic that describes and illustrates the procedures for collecting, storing, and shipping conjunctival specimens for H5 bird flu testing. The flyer can help staff at clinics, hospitals, and public health departments test for H5 bird flu virus using eye swabs. Link to graphic: https://bit.ly/4f7I29y
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http://www.cdc.gov
External link for Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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- Atlanta, GA
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- 1946
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1600 Clifton Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30333, US
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1600 Clifton Rd Ne
Atlanta, GA 30329, US
Employees at Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Healthcare Providers: New CDC data provide an update on the U.S. burden of seven antimicrobial-resistant pathogens typically found in healthcare settings from 2021-2022. View the recently released fact sheet and use these data to help combat antimicrobial resistance (AR). bit.ly/ARThreats2022
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Neonatal tetanus (NT) is often fatal, but is preventable through maternal vaccination & safe, clean deliveries. NT cases & deaths decreased globally from 2000—2022, but post-pandemic challenges have delayed progress since 2020. Learn more from CDC & WHO: https://bit.ly/mm7328a1
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Protecting children from exposure to lead is important to lifelong good health. Here’s how CDC responded when lead was found in some contaminated applesauce packs in North Carolina in 2023. 🔬 Public health experts in North Carolina first found the source of lead poisoning in children through routine blood lead testing follow-up work prompting a FDA recall. 🧪 CDC’s rapid response helped identify over 500 children w/ elevated lead levels and FDA recalls prevented countless other cases of lead poisoning. 🌱 CDC investments in lead poisoning prevention helped North Carolina identify the source and rapidly alert state and federal officials. Swipe to learn more on how CDC experts work to protect you and your family ➡️ https://bit.ly/mm7328a2
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In a new study, One Health High Level Expert Panel (OHHLEP) members mapped and analyzed publicly available One Health tools and assessed how suitable they were to support One Health implementation. This paper represents an important step in supporting the advancement of One Health and offers, for the first time, a comprehensive inventory of globally available One Health tools to support the sustainable implementation of One Health at the subnational, national, regional, and global levels, including through the Quadripartite’s One Health Joint Plan of Action. Read the full publication: https://bit.ly/3XVYQdx
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Knowing what influences a community's ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from a public health crisis is essential for reducing adverse outcomes. To ensure professionals have the latest information, the Social Vulnerability Index (SVI) has a new data set available! Discover how you can help keep communities safe by using the tool in your work: https://bit.ly/45b7eHK
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Public Health Professionals: Did you know? The Heat and Health Index (HHI) uses the following 4 health indicators to determine overall community vulnerability: • Historical heat burden • Sensitivity • Sociodemographics • Natural and built environment Discover how you can use the HHI to identify and prioritize areas that may require special attention during heat events. https://bit.ly/3AelMJc
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Community Health Workers: Emergency preparedness saves lives. Discover how to prepare for emergencies by understanding the needs of people at higher risk during a disaster, collaborating with others, and creating a disaster communication plan. https://bit.ly/4ebEByk
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Home visitors: You play an important role in helping connect families to services and support. Check out these developmental milestone resources to help you guide parents in taking action to support their child’s development: https://bit.ly/3QmnAXE
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As summer heats up, so does the risk of heat-related health issues. Emergency and public health planners can use CDC’s Heat & Health Tracker to better prepare for and respond to these risks. Enhance your community's heat response efforts with the Heat & Health Tracker: bit.ly/CDCHeatTracker
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