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This is the full news feed from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). As soon as they release any information or updates concerning swine flu or any other situation it will be displayed here.
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Happy Handwashing Song
This song (sung to the tune of Happy Birthday) encourages kids to wash their hands with soap and water to keep germs away. The song is sung twice through, the recommended length of time to wash hands. Sing along!
Take Care of Yourself After an Amputation or Other Surgery
This podcast provides health information for amputees on how to take care of yourself after an amputation or other surgery.
Taking Care of Your New Arm or Leg After an Amputation
This podcast provides health information on taking care of a new arm or leg after an amputation.
Passport To Health
Each year more Americans travel overseas. Health experts suggest that you take several key steps to be proactive, prepared, and protected against injury or illness while outside of the United States, especially in developing nations.
Many Healthy Returns
International travel is usually very safe but there are things you should do to stay safe and healthy. Experts show you how to avoid problems when visiting developing nations. This includes being cautious about the food you eat and the water you drink, and to be aware of vehicles and road conditions to prevent problems.
Salmonella Infection and Water Frogs
This podcast, featuring lead investigator Shauna Mettee, discusses the first known outbreak of Salmonella in people due to contact with water frogs.
Tracks: National Environmental Public Health Tracking Network Announces New State Grantees
This podcast, featuring Dr. Judith Qualters, Chief of the Environmental Public Health Tracking Branch, announces the six new state grantees added to the Environmental Public Health Tracking Network (Tracking Network). It details how this expansion will improve the Tracking Network and other ways the network is expanding.
Antiviral Drugs for the 2009-2010 Influenza Season
This podcast discusses the use of antiviral drugs for the treatment and prevention of influenza, including 2009 H1N1, during the 2009-2010 influenza season.
Deck Yourself with Flu Protection Song
This song (sung to the tune of Deck the Halls) describes actions you can take to protect yourself and others from the flu. Sing along!
Tracks: The New York City Rat Information Portal
This podcast, featuring Daniel Kass, Acting Deputy Commissioner of Environmental Health for the New York City (NYC) Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, provides information about the NYC Rat Information Portal. It details the background and uses of the Rat Portal, as well as next steps for the NYC Environmental Public Health Tracking Program.
I Never Get The Flu
If you think 2009 H1N1 flu can't affect you, your family, or your friends—think again. Take 60 seconds to watch this reminder on why vaccination is so important. All of the excuses any of us make don't stand a chance against this serious disease.
2009 H1N1 Information for Parents who have Children with High-Risk Medical Conditions
This podcast, intended for parents, discusses high-risk medical conditions that put children at risk for flu complications and how to protect children from the flu.
Mixing Tamiflu® with Sweet Liquids
If your doctor prescribes Tamiflu® capsules for your child and your child cannot swallow them, this podcast describes how to mix the contents of the capsules with a sweet thick liquid so they can be given that way.
Coping with Traumatic Events
Tragedies affect all of us in different ways. Some people might react to the stress immediately, while others may not experience stress until later.
H1N1 Flu Vaccine – Why the Delay?
This short podcast will help you understand how flu vaccines are made, why manufacturing and shipping vaccine take so long, and how you can find flu vaccines near you.
Influenza Round Table: Antiviral Drugs
In this podcast, Dr. Joe Bresee explains the nature of antiviral drugs and how they are used.
Influenza Round Table: Don't Get, Don't Spread
In this podcast, Dr. Joe Bresee describes how to keep from getting the flu and spreading it to others.
Influenza Round Table: Warning Signs
In this podcast, Dr. Joe Bresee describes the main symptoms of flu, including the new H1N1 flu, and when it is serious enough to seek medical help.
Influenza Round Table: Take Three
In this podcast, Dr. Joe Bresee describes how to keep from getting the flu and spreading it to others by taking these three steps.
Stay Healthy With Elmo
In this podcast, Elmo teaches kids the basics of staying healthy.
Learn How to Sneeze With Elmo
In this podcast, Elmo teaches kids how to sneeze to avoid spreading germs.
Wash Your Hands With Elmo
In this podcast, Elmo encourages kids to wash their hands to stay healthy.
Learn to Cough or Sneeze With Elmo
In this podcast, Elmo teaches kids how to cough or sneeze to avoid spreading germs.
Five Tips for a Safer and Healthier Life
This podcast focuses on five simple steps you can take to live a safer, healthier life.
Take Three Actions to Fight Flu
This podcast explains how vaccination, everyday preventive actions, and the correct use of antiviral drugs can help you fight both seasonal flu and 2009 H1N1 flu.
A Time To Act
This podcast reviews the steps you can take to keep your family safe in case of a home fire.
Los padres son la clave: ayude proteger a su adolescente que está empezando a manejar (Parents Are the Key—Help Protect Your Teen Driver)
En esta entrevista, Arleen Greenspan, PhD., nos brinda información sobre la campaña de comunicación piloto, Los padres son la clave, cuyo objetivo es promover la seguridad de los adolescentes al conducir.
Parents Are the Key—Help Protect Your Teen Driver
In this interview-style podcast, Arlene Greenspan, PhD, shares information about CDC's pilot communications campaign - "Parents Are the Key" - to promote safe teen driving.
Snort Sniffle Sneeze: No Antibiotics Please
Antibiotics aren't always the answer for sneezes or sore throats. This podcast discusses ways to feel better without antibiotics.
Shepard Award Winners, Part 3: Dr. Larissa Roux
This podcast highlights the accomplishments of Dr. Larissa Roux, recipient of the prestigious 2009 CDC Charles C. Shepard Award.
Teen Vaccination Coverage Increasing
Vaccination coverage among adolescents is on the rise, but there is room for improvement. Dr. Melinda Wharton of CDC's National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases discusses results from the most recent National Immunization Survey of vaccination rates for teens aged 13 to 17 years.
CDC Tracking Network: Working Towards a Healthier Planet for Healthy People
This is an engaging video podcast geared to raise awareness of environmental public health and our nation's need for the Tracking Network.
World Heart Day
For World Heart Day, learn more about what heart-healthy steps you can take in the workplace.
National Cholesterol Education Month
Do you know your cholesterol numbers? Your doctor can do a simple test to check your cholesterol levels and help you make choices that lower your risk for heart disease and stroke.
Novel H1N1 Flu and HIV-Infected Adults and Adolescents
In this podcast, Dr. John Brooks, of CDC's HIV/AIDS Prevention Program, discusses CDC's Interim Guidance for HIV-infected adults and adolescents regarding the novel H1N1 flu virus. He explains that while HIV-infected individuals may experience more severe complications of the H1N1 virus, the information available so far doesn't seem to indicate that people living with HIV infection are at greater risk of getting the novel H1N1 flu.
Seasonal Influenza 2009-2010: ACIP Vaccination Recommendations
In this podcast, Dr. Tony Fiore discusses who should be vaccinated against seasonal flu during the 2009-2010 season. He explains who is at risk for severe illness from the flu and discusses the benefits of vaccination.
2009 H1N1 ACIP Vaccination Recommendations
In this podcast, Dr. Tony Fiore discusses who should be vaccinated against 2009 H1N1 flu during the 2009-2010 season. He explains the target groups for vaccination, and how these groups differ from those recommended for seasonal flu vaccination.
Pharmacists Can Make the Difference
In this podcast, a pharmacist counsels a frustrated mother about appropriate antibiotic use and symptomatic relief options for her son's cold.
Injury Prevention Research
Research provides the knowledge that we need to understand what is possible, what is not, and the best way to proceed in our intervention efforts.
Vaccination Rates Remain High
Dr. Melinda Wharton of CDC's National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases discusses results from the most recent National Immunization Survey, which indicates that vaccination rates for children aged less than three years remain stable at high levels.
The Story of Iyal
In this podcast, a mother tells her compelling story about a family living with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders.
H1N1 Vaccine Questions? ...ask Dr. Anne
In this podcast, learn about the H1N1 flu vaccine and how you can protect your family.
Consejos para los adolescentes latinos que adoptan ambas culturas (Tips for Latino teens)
Podcast para los adolescentes latinos: Este podcast ofrece consejos útiles a los adolescentes latinos sobre cómo encontrar un equilibrio entre su cultura de origen y la cultura estadounidense, con el fin de disfrutar de una vida más feliz y saludable.
Los adolescentes latinos son más felices y saludables si sus familias adoptan ambas culturas (Latino teens happier, healthier)
Podcast para los padres latinos: Este podcast proporciona sugerencias a los padres de adolescentes latinos sobre lo que pueden hacer para ayudar a sus hijos a tener una vida más feliz y saludable.
Have You Heard?
Pre-teens, adolescents, and college freshmen who live in dorms are at an increased risk for meningococcal disease. This podcast discusses routine vaccination recommendations for 11-18 year olds.
Tracks: A National Environmental Public Health Tracking Network Overview
In this podcast, Dr. Mike McGeehin, Director of CDC's Division of Environmental Hazards and Health Effects, provides an overview of the National Environmental Public Health Tracking Network. It highlights the Tracking Network's goal, how it will improve public health, its audience, and much more.
Parents, School Success, and Health
In this podcast, Dr. William Jeynes, CDC Parenting Speaker Series guest, discusses the importance of parental involvement in children's academic success and lifelong health.
Shepard Award Winners, Part 2: Dr. Tracie Williams
This podcast highlights the accomplishments of Dr. Tracie Williams, recipient of the prestigious 2009 CDC Charles C. Shepard Award.
Shepard Award Winners, Part 1: Dr. Stephen Thacker
This podcast highlights the accomplishments of Dr. Stephen Thacker, recipient of the prestigious 2009 CDC Charles C. Shepard Award.
Tracks: EPHT Massachusetts Case Study
This podcast highlights the Massachusetts Environmental Public Health Tracking Network and features commentary from Massachusetts Department of Public Health Associate Health Commissioner Suzanne Condon.
Tracks: Working with Partners to Achieve Success
This podcast explores the partnerships that played a crucial role in building the National Environmental Public Health Tracking Network.
Finding A Balance
Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight is about FINDING A BALANCE through healthy eating and physical activity.
Novel H1N1 Flu and Camp
This podcast gives tips to stay healthy and help prevent infection with novel H1N1 flu if your child or someone you know is going to camp.
Advances in Crash Response
In this podcast, Dr. Richard C. Hunt, Director of CDC's Division of Injury Response, provides an overview on the benefits of using an Advanced Automatic Collision Notification system, or AACN, to help with emergency triage of people injured in vehicle crashes.
E. Coli Outbreak and Raw Cookie Dough (June 24, 2009)
This CDC podcast provides information about the June 2009 E. coli outbreak related to raw cookie dough, including ways to protect yourself.
Behind the Scenes: CDC Emergency Operations Center
In this podcast, you can take a tour of CDC's command center for
emergency responses to domestic and international public health threats.
Voices of Experience: Living with HIV. Pamela.
This podcast showcases Pamela, a woman living with HIV, as she tells her story.
Voices of Experience: Living with HIV. Denise.
This podcast showcases Denise, a woman living with HIV, as she tells her story.
Voices of Experience: Living with HIV. ODell.
This podcast showcases ODell, a man living with HIV, as he tells his story.
Voices of Experience: Living with HIV. Doug.
This podcast showcases Doug, a man living with HIV, as he tells his story.
Living with HIV: Patients Perspective
This podcast showcases three people who are living with HIV. The patients share their experiences of being diagnosed with HIV, of the treatments they are undergoing, and on taking responsibility for their health.
Novel H1N1 Flu - Creating a Safe and Healthy Workplace
This podcast helps businesses understand how novel H1N1 flu can affect their business and how to keep their workers and worksites safe.
In the Swim of Things
In this podcast, CDC's Dr. Michael Beach discusses the superbug, Cryptosporidium, a common cause of recreational water illness.
Crisis and Emergency Risk Communications: Best Practices
In this podcast, CDC's Dr. Barbara Reynolds discusses best practices in crisis and emergency risk communication. She characterizes the initial phase of the crisis communication lifecycle and describes the five most common mistakes made in emergency communication to the public and how to counter them.
H1N1 Message from the Acting Surgeon General
In this podcast, Acting Surgeon General Dr. Steven Galson discusses what you can do to protect yourself from H1N1 flu.
How to Prevent Getting and Spreading Novel H1N1 Flu
In this podcast, CDC's Dr. Joe Bresee describes how to prevent giving and getting novel H1N1 flu.
Novel H1N1 Flu Awareness: Community
This podcast briefly discusses community planning related to a novel H1N1 flu outbreak.
Mensajes importantes sobre la influenza H1N1: Comunidad (H1N1 Flu Awareness: Community)
Este podcast aborda brevemente los planes de la comunidad frente al brote del virus nuevo de la influenza H1N1.
H1N1 Flu Awareness: Hygiene
This podcast briefly discusses ways you can protect yourself from novel H1N1 flu.
Mensajes importantes sobre la influenza H1N1: Higiene (H1N1 Flu Awareness: Hygiene)
Este podcast aborda brevemente las formas de protegerse contra el virus nuevo de la influenza H1N1.
Crisis and Emergency Risk Communications: Countering Stigmatization
In this podcast, CDC's Dr. Barbara Reynolds defines stigmatization, describes how stigmatization can occur in a community, and discusses activities that response officials and communication professionals can do to prevent or confront stigmatization.
Clean Hands Help Prevent the Flu
Clean hands can help prevent the spread of infectious diseases, such as flu. This podcast explains the proper way to wash your hands.
Las manos limpias ayudan a prevenir la influenza (Clean Hands Help Prevent the Flu)
Las manos limpias ayudan a prevenir la propagación de enfermedades infecciosas, como la influenza. Este podcast explica la manera correcta de lavarse las manos.
Stay Informed About Novel H1N1 Influenza
This podcast discusses things you can do everyday to avoid getting sick from infectious diseases, such as the novel H1N1 flu.
Manténgase Informado Sobre la Influenza H1N1
Este podcast habla sobre las medidas básicas que usted puede tomar para protegerse de cualquier enfermedad infecciosa, incluido el nuevo virus de la influenza H1N1.
H1N1 Flu and Antiviral Drugs
This podcast discusses the use of antiviral drugs for treating and preventing the H1N1 flu virus.
H1N1 Influenza (Gripe porcina) (Swine Flu)
En este video, Ana Rivera, Asesor de Salud Publica para los CDC, describe la influenza o gripe porcina: sus signos y síntomas, cómo se transmite, los medicamentos para su tratamiento, las medidas que las personas pueden tomar para protegerse de esta enfermedad y lo que deben hacer las personas si se enferman.
CDC H1N1 (Swine Flu) Response Actions and Goals
This podcast discusses the actions and goals of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, related to the current outbreak of H1N1 flu (swine flu).
General Instructions for Disposable Respirators
This podcast, intended for the general public, demonstrates how to put on and take off disposable respirators that are to be used in areas affected by the influenza outbreak.
Symptoms of H1N1 (Swine Flu)
In this video, Dr. Joe Bresee, with CDC's Influenza Division, describes the symptoms of H1N1 (swine flu) and warning signs to look for that indicate the need for urgent medical attention.
Responding to Outbreaks
In this podcast, a team of CDC specialists travels to Uganda and tracks the source of a recent Ebola outbreak where CDC scientists are studying
bats for clues to the Ebola mystery.
H1N1 (Swine Flu)
In this video, Dr. Joe Bresee, with the CDC Influenza Division, describes swine flu - its signs and symptoms, how it's transmitted, medicines to treat it, steps people can take to protect themselves from it, and what people should do if they become ill.
Get the Picture: Child Immunizations
This fun and informative podcast helps answer parents’ questions about childhood vaccinations.
Every Nine and a Half Minutes
In the United States, every nine-and-a-half minutes, someone is infected with HIV.
Get the Facts
Every nine-and-a-half minutes someone you know may have been infected with HIV.
Infórmate
Cada 9 minutos y medio alquien que tu conoces puede haber sido infectado con el VIH.
Act Against AIDS
This podcast explores the Act Against AIDS campaign, a five-year, multi-faceted communication campaign designed to contribute to the CDC goal of reducing HIV incidence in the United States.
Health Begins at Home
Clean and well-maintained homes can prevent many illnesses and injuries. This podcast discusses how good health begins at home.
Prevention IS Care
This podcast provides an overview of the Prevention IS Care campaign, which provides HIV prevention tools for medical care providers to use on a daily basis with patients who are living with HIV.
A Need to Know
This podcast discusses the importance of African-American men who have sex with other men needing to know their HIV status.
Salmonella Typhimurium Outbreak in Peanuts - Update
This podcast urges consumers to continue to avoid eating peanut-containing products associated with the Salmonella Typhimurium outbreak and the Peanut Corporation of America.
National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
This podcast provides information on the impact of HIV and AIDS on women and girls and the importance of getting tested for HIV.
Sleep Disorders: Not Just Phantoms of the Night
This podcast helps listeners recognize the signs and symptoms of sleep disorders. There is help.
National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
This podcast features Dr. Kevin Fenton, Director of CDC’s National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention, talking about the HIV epidemic in the African American community and steps everyone can take to stop the spread of HIV.
What Kids Need to Know About Peanut Butter and Salmonella
This podcast explains the recent Salmonella Typhimurium outbreak in peanut butter and peanut butter-containing products to children.
Brotes infecciosos causados por Salmonella typhimurium en la mantequilla de maní y otros productos que la contienen
Este podcast habla sobre los brotes infecciosos causados por Salmonella typhimurium en la mantequilla de maní y otros productos que la contienen.
Field Triage Decision Scheme: The National Trauma Triage Protocol
In this podcast, Dr. Richard C. Hunt, Director of CDC's Division of Injury Response, provides an overview on the development process and scientific basis for the revised field triage guidelines published in the MMWR Recommendations and Report: Guidelines for Field Triage of Injured Patients, Recommendations of the National Expert Panel on Field Triage.
Salmonella Serotype Typhimurium Outbreak in Peanut Butter and Peanut Butter-Containing Products
This podcast discusses the Salmonella Typhimurium outbreak in peanut butter and peanut butter-containing products.
Stress Management for Emergency Responders - What Agencies Can Do
This is the fifth in a series of five video podcasts on stress management for individuals, teams, and agencies working in emergency and humanitarian aid settings. These podcasts examine sources of stress at each level and what individuals, team leaders, and agency management can do to manage the stress. It gives practical guidance on ways to reduce stress and lessen its negative impacts on staff and the mission. The series is geared toward individuals and agencies working in various crisis settings.
Stress Management for Emergency Responders - What Team Leaders Can Do
This is the fourth in a series of five video podcasts on stress management for individuals, teams, and agencies working in emergency and humanitarian aid settings. These podcasts examine sources of stress at each level and what individuals, team leaders, and agency management can do to manage the stress. It gives practical guidance on ways to reduce stress and lessen its negative impacts on staff and the mission. The series is geared toward individuals and agencies working in various crisis settings.
Stress Management for Emergency Responders - What Responders Can Do
This is the third in a series of five video podcasts on stress management for individuals, teams, and agencies working in emergency and humanitarian aid settings. These podcasts examine sources of stress at each level and what individuals, team leaders, and agency management can do to manage the stress. It gives practical guidance on ways to reduce stress and lessen its negative impacts on staff and the mission. The series is geared toward individuals and agencies working in various crisis settings.
Stress Management for Emergency Responders - Understanding Responder Stress
This is the second in a series of five video podcasts on stress management for individuals, teams, and agencies working in emergency and humanitarian aid settings. These podcasts examine sources of stress at each level and what individuals, team leaders, and agency management can do to manage the stress. It gives practical guidance on ways to reduce stress and lessen its negative impacts on staff and the mission. The series is geared toward individuals and agencies working in various crisis settings.
Stress Management for Emergency Responders - Introduction
This is the first in a series of five video podcasts on stress management for individuals, teams, and agencies working in emergency and humanitarian aid settings. These podcasts examine sources of stress at each level and what individuals, team leaders, and agency management can do to manage the stress. It gives practical guidance on ways to reduce stress and lessen its negative impacts on staff and the mission. The series is geared toward individuals and agencies working in various crisis settings.
Go With the Flow
This podcast discusses the importance of water fluoridation and it's role in oral health.
Reflections on Public Health: Captain Hart and Malaria
This podcast consists of segments of an interview conducted by Capt. Kathleen McDuffie, CDC, with Capt. Russell Hart, a 100 year old retired sanitary engineer of the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps as he reflects on his work in malaria control. The interview was conducted in 2006.
Reflections on Public Health: Captain Hart and Sanitation
This podcast consists of segments of an interview conducted by Capt. Kathleen McDuffie, CDC, with Capt. Russell Hart, a 100 year old retired sanitary engineer of the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps as he reflects on his work in environmental sanitation and the development of local health departments. The interview was conducted in 2006.
Personal Stories: Why Flu Vaccination Matters
In this podcast, moving personal stories help inform parents about the dangers of flu to children and the benefits of vaccination.
HIV Transmission Rates in the United States
This podcast describes, in detail, HIV transmission rates in the United States and the success of prevention efforts nationwide.
Healthy Holidays
This podcast includes simple ways to eat healthy and get active during the winter holidays and throughout the New Year.
HIV/AIDS Advances in Hope
This podcast, produced by Discovery Health, provides an overview of the HIV/AIDS epidemic from 1981 through 2008. Footage courtesy of Associated Press (AP). It's part of Discovery Health's continuing medical education (CME) program, Managing Comorbidities of HIV/AIDS, featuring infectious disease expert, Dr. John Bartlett, and former CDC Director, Dr. Julie Geberding.
World AIDS Day 2008
In this podcast, Dr. Julie Geberding, former Director of the CDC, and Kenneth Cole, Chairman of the American Foundation of AIDS Research (amfAR), discuss the importance of HIV/AIDS prevention.
Holiday Food Safety
This podcast discusses important steps you can take to make sure food safety is a regular ingredient in preparing foods this holiday season.
Blast Injuries: What Clinicians Need to Know
In this podcast, Dr. Richard C. Hunt, Director of the CDC’s Division of Injury Response, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control provides a brief overview for health care providers on how to respond and care for persons injured by an explosion or blast event.
HIV Prevention in Puerto Rico
Behavioral interventions for HIV prevention at four community organizations in Puerto Rico are highlighted.
HIV Behavioral Intervention: Hispanic Men Who Have Sex with Men
This podcast highlights a program at AIDS Project Los Angeles to deliver a Latino adaptation of Mpowerment, a behavioral intervention by Dr. Susan Kegeles and colleagues from the Center for AIDS Prevention Studies.
The Quiet Killer
Each year, nearly 500 die, while as many as 20,000 visit emergency rooms for exposure to carbon monoxide.
Preparing for the Release of CDC's Recommendations for Partner Services Programs for HIV, Syphilis, Gonorrhea, and Chlamydial Infection
This podcast provides information useful to state and local leadership as they prepare for the release of CDC's Recommendations for Partner Services Programs for HIV, Syphilis, Gonorrhea, and Chlamydial Infection. Dr. John Douglas, Director of CDC's Division of STD Prevention and Dr. Rich Wolitski, Acting Director of CDC's Division of HIV/AIDS Prevention, provide some background information on the development of the Recommendations, summarize the key information and features, and describe what plans are underway to support implementation.
RSV: A Respiratory Virus in Young and Old
In this podcast, CDC researcher Catherine Panozzo discusses Respiratory Syncytial (sin-SISH-uhl) Virus, or RSV, a virus common in childhood and important in older adults.
Put Your Hands Together
In this podcast, learn how to help stop the spread of infection and stay healthy. It's easy when you 'Put Your Hands Together.'
Is Your Child Safe from Lead Poisoning?
In this podcast, Dr. Mary Jean Brown, chief of CDC's Lead Poisoning and Prevention Program, discusses the importance of testing children for lead poisoning, who should be tested, and what parents can do to prevent lead poisoning.
Renovate Right: Prevent Lead Poisoning in Children
In this podcast, Dr. Maria Doa, Director of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) National Program Chemicals Division, discusses EPA's new rule for renovations, repairs, and painting activities. The new rule includes information on lead-safe work practices when conducting renovations, repairs, and painting in pre-1978 homes and schools to prevent the spread of lead dust.
World Rabies Day 2008
In this podcast, Dr. Charles Rupprecht, Chief of CDC's Rabies Program, discusses the current limitations in the human rabies vaccine supply, rabies in the U.S. and globally, and the 2008 World Rabies Day initiative.
Baby Steps: Learn the Signs. Act Early.
CDC recognized the impact of developmental disabilities and invested in a campaign to help parents measure their children's progress by monitoring how they play, learn, speak, and act.
MMWR Article Provides Additional Detail About HIV Incidence in the United States
This podcast explores a more in-depth look at HIV incidence in specific U.S. populations, with detailed breakdowns of new HIV infections by race, gender, route of transmission, and age.
Antibiotics: One of the Greatest Discoveries of the 20th Century
This podcast provides a brief background about antibiotics and quick tips to help prevent antibiotic resistance.
Get Smart: Know When Antibiotics Work
This podcast answers questions from the public about appropriate antibiotic use.
Sickle Cell Disease: What You Should Know
This podcast is for a general audience and gives information about sickle cell disease.
School Health Policies and Programs Study 2006: Tobacco
This podcast highlights key school health policy and practice results on tobacco from the 2006 study.
School Health Policies and Programs Study 2006: Overview
This podcast provides an overview of key school health policy and practice results from the 2006 SHPPS study.
School Health Policies and Programs Study 2006: Physical Education and Physical Activity
This podcast highlights key school health policy and practice results on physical education and physical activity from the 2006 study.
School Health Policies and Programs Study 2006: Healthy Eating
This podcast highlights key school health policy and practice results on healthy eating from the 2006 study.
Impact of HIV on Hispanics/Latinos
Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Antonia Novello welcomes viewers and states the objectives for this broadcast. CDC staff member Dr. Raul Romaguera discusses the diversity of the Hispanic/Latino community and the impact of HIV on this population.
HIV Behavioral Intervention: Hispanic/Latino Women
Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Antonia Novello introduces the importance of designing, adapting, and implementing behavioral interventions for Hispanics/Latinos. Kira Villamizar describes SISTA, a behavioral intervention program to prevent HIV among Latino women in Miami.
HIV Behavioral Intervention: Hombres/Soccer
Behavioral scientist Dr. Scott Rhodes at Wake Forest University has developed an innovative intervention for HIV prevention, in which he and lay health advisors work with Latino men’s soccer leagues in North Carolina.
HIV Prevention in a Clinical Setting for Hispanics/Latinos
Catalina Sol and colleagues affiliated with La Clinica del Pueblo, a community-based organization and clinical setting in Washington, DC describe collaborative efforts with Casa of Maryland, Inc. and other organizations in the Washington, DC/Maryland area.
HIV/STD Risk Factors: Mexican Migrants
University of California and Mexico have collaborated on a study of HIV risk factors of migrant workers from Mexico.
HIV Prevention: Farmworker Justice, Washington, DC
Shelley Davis and Jennifer Freeman describe the HIV prevention activities of Farmworker Justice, a national organization headquartered in Washington, DC.
HIV Behavioral Intervention for Hispanic/Latino Youth
University of Michigan’s HIV prevention project for youth is described.
Statewide AIDS Program for Latinos: Florida
Alberto Santana describes Florida’s Statewide AIDS Program for Latinos and Manuel Rodriguez discusses the Statewide Latino Advisory Board.
HIV Prevention for Hispanics/Latinos: CDC Activities and Resources
CDC Staff member Dr. Raul Romaguera discusses CDC activities and resources related to HIV prevention among Hispanics and Latinos.
HIV Prevention with Hispanics/Latinos: Viewer Questions
Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Antonia Novello leads a panel of experts in response to viewer questions. And the topic for a 90-minute webcast (available online beginning May 15, 2008) is announced. That webcast provides an update on the National Heightened Response to the HIV/AIDS Crisis among African Americans.
Welcome to Parenthood
This short video podcast offers a lighter look at the trials of being a new parent.
Salmonella Saintpaul Outbreak
This podcast is about the 2008 Salmonella Saintpaul outbreak investigation.
Positive Parenting Tips: Early and Middle Adolescence
This podcast offers positive tips as your child goes through adolescence.
Positive Parenting Tips: Middle Childhood
This podcast offers positive tips as your child goes through middle childhood.
Positive Parenting Tips: Preschoolers
This podcast offers positive ways to help the development of your preschooler.
Tips for College Health and Safety
This podcast discusses steps you can take to be safer and healthier at college.
Traumatic Events and Suicide
This podcast includes the phone number for a national hotline resource.
Meningitis Immunization for Adolescents
In this podcast, adolescent vaccine recommendations for meningococcal disease, also known as meningitis, are discussed.
Pertussis or Whooping Cough Vaccine Recommendation for Adolescents
This podcast provides information on pertussis and the Tdap vaccine recommendations for adolescents.
Positive Parenting Tips: Babies
This podcast offers positive ways to help the development of your baby.
Positive Parenting Tips: Toddlers
This podcast offers positive ways to help the development of your toddler.
Break the Silence: Stop the Violence
In this podcast, parents talk with real teens before dating, stay involved in their lives, and role model to help young people develop healthy, respectful relationships.
A New Era of Preparedness
This podcast describes what CDC is doing to ensure that you and your family are safer and healthier in these ever-changing times. Preparing people for emerging health threats is one of CDC's overarching goals.
Talk About Nitpicking! Back-to-School and Head Lice
Head lice are a fairly common problem, especially in preschool and elementary school children. This podcast will help you understand how people get head lice, and how to get rid of them!
New HIV Estimates for the United States, Part Three: Interview with Dr. Irene Hall
In this podcast, Dr. Irene Hall discusses the methods used estimating HIV in the United States.
New HIV Estimates for the United States, Part Two: Interview with Dr. Richard Wolitski
In this podcast, Dr. Richard Wolitski talks about the populations affected by HIV.
New HIV Estimates for the United States, Part One: Interview with Dr. Kevin Fenton
In this podcast, Dr. Kevin Fenton presents the new HIV estimates for the United States.
Next Steps: CDC's Response to the New HIV Incidence Estimates for the United States
This podcast addresses CDC's HIV prevention efforts in relation to the new HIV incidence estimates.
CDC-Developed Breakthrough Technology Allows Clearest Picture to Date of HIV Infections in the U.S.: A Methods Discussion
This podcast describes the first national surveillance system of its kind in the world that is based on direct measurement of new HIV infections.
A Sentinel Event: CDC Releases New HIV Incidence Estimates for the United States
This podcast highlights our nation's new HIV incidence estimates, explains their significance, and confirms populations most severely impacted by HIV and AIDS.
Safe in the City: Intervention Development and Study Findings
In this podcast, Dr. Lee Warner discusses the development and study findings of the Safe in the City intervention with Dr. Kees Rietmeijer.
Safe in the City: Intervention for STD Clinics and Prevention Programs
In this podcast, Dr. John Douglas talks with Dr. Mary McFarlane about the importance of the Safe in the City intervention for STD clinics and STD prevention programs.
La higiene de las manos salva vidas: Video para el ingreso de pacientes
Este podcast está dirigido a los pacientes y visitantes del hospital. El video pone énfasis en dos puntos cruciales para ayudar a prevenir infecciones: la importancia de practicar la higiene de las manos durante la estancia en el hospital y el hecho de que es apropiado recordar a los profesionales de la salud que practiquen esta higiene.
Hand Hygiene Saves Lives: Patient Admission Video
This podcast is for hospital patients and visitors. It emphasizes two key points to help prevent infections: the importance of practicing hand hygiene while in the hospital, and that it's appropriate to ask or remind healthcare providers to practice hand hygiene.
United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon Visits CDC
United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon recently visited CDC and thanked CDC staff for their partnership with the WHO and contributions to meeting global health goals, including controlling malaria, reducing deaths from measles, working to eradicate polio and guinea worm, and containing avian flu.
Creating an Asthma-Friendly School
This podcast features real-life success stories of students with asthma who, thanks to their schools' implementation of asthma-friendly policies and programs, now have their asthma under control.
Improve Health for All: REACH 2010
The future of health of the nation will be determined to a large extent by how effectively we work with communities to reduce and eliminate health disparities between non-minority and minority populations. This podcast illustrates CDC's REACH 2010 initiative – Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health – which funds innovative programs across the United States.
Walkable Communities
This podcast is for a general audience and discusses the benefits of walkable communities, as they relate to health, the environment, and social interaction.
Going Green
This podcast is for a general audience and provides information on how to recycle, re-use, and restore. It also covers the benefits of “Going Green” on the environment, health, and social interaction.
Rising Tide of Diabetes Among Pacific Islanders
This podcast focuses on the diabetes epidemic among Pacific Islanders and includes an interview with a Samoan/Tongan American woman whose family has been heavily impacted by diabetes. Information on diabetes prevention and control is highlighted.
Help Your Teen Driver Stay Safe
Graduated drivers licensing, or GDL, is a system implemented in most states to help teens get safer experience on the roads as they learn to drive. This podcast, for parents of teen drivers, talks about GDL and how it can keep teens safer on the roads- during prom season and all year long.
Rising Tide of Diabetes Among Asian Americans
This podcast describes the impact of diabetes among Asian Americans and includes an interview with a Cambodian American woman who has diabetes. It also includes information on diabetes prevention and control.
Stopping the Silent Killer: Hepatitis B Among Asian Americans
This podcast discusses an underappreciated health threat to many Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States: chronic infection with the hepatitis B virus. Dr. John Ward, director of CDC's Division of Viral Hepatitis, and Dr. Sam So, founder of the Asian Liver Center at Stanford University, address the importance of testing, vaccination, and care to prevent serious health consequences from this "silent" disease.
Safe Drinking Water
Listen to this podcast to learn more about the steps that are taken to bring you clean tap water.
Malaria Matters
This podcast gives an overview of malaria, including prevention and treatment, and what CDC is doing to help control and prevent malaria globally.
Report Card on Food Safety
Listen to this podcast to learn more about how you can reduce your risk of foodborne illness.
Prom Health and Safety Tips
Follow these tips to make sure your prom is safe and healthy!
La enfermedad de Chagas ya no es tan exótica
Este podcast tiene el propósito de informar a los profesionales de la salud sobre la enfermedad de Chagas, su diagnóstico y tratamiento, así como orientar en la identificación de pacientes infectados.
Chagas Disease: No Longer Exotic
This podcast is designed to inform health care providers about Chagas disease, diagnosis, and treatment and to assist in identifying infected patients.
Learn More About Cerebral Palsy
This podcast describes the causes, preventions, types, and signs and symptoms of cerebral palsy.
Living in a Clean and Healthy World
This podcast is about the importance of effective sanitation programs and steps people can take to stay healthy, including proper hand washing.
Protecting Yourself and Your Family Against Poisonings
Dr. Len Paulozzi, Medical Epidemiologist in CDC's National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Division of Unintentional Injury Prevention, offers some poisoning prevention tips for audiences of all ages.
Ground Water Awareness
Protecting our water resources from contamination is a major concern. This podcast emphasizes the importance of private well maintenance and water testing.
Preventing Older Adult Falls and TBI
This podcast provides tips on how older adults can prevent falls and related injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries (TBI).
Influenza Vaccination Now Recommended for Children 6 months to 18 years of Age
This podcast provides information on the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices February 27, 2008 recommendation that children 6 months to 18 years of age get an influenza vaccination.
Cough and Cold Medications for Children
This podcast discusses the safety concerns of cough and cold medications and children.
Medicamentos para la tos y el resfriado y los niños
Este podcast habla sobre las preocupaciones de salud relaciondas con el consumo de medicamentos para la tos y el resfriado en los niños, sin la supervisión de los padres.
The 12 Ways to Health Holiday Song
This song (sung to the tune of The Twelve Days of Christmas) describes how to stay safe and healthy during the holidays and all year long.
Twelve Holiday Health and Safety Tips
Give the gift of health and safety to yourself and others by following these holiday tips.
Pap Tests and Foreign-Born Women
Foreign-born women living in the U.S. are less likely to have Pap tests to detect cervical cancer than women born in this country. The problem is worse for women from certain countries or regions. Find out why this is a disturbing trend, who these women are and why they are less likely to get a Pap test, and what CDC is doing about it.
Protect Yourself from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Learn about carbon monoxide - a colorless, odorless gas - and how to protect yourself and your family.
Family History - An Early Warning for Your Child
Collecting family history information could save your child's life. Listen to learn more about how knowing your family history information could benefit your entire family.
Electronic Aggression
Aggression is no longer limited to the school yard. New forms of electronic media, such as blogs, instant messaging, chat rooms, email, text messaging, and the internet are providing new arenas for youth violence to occur.
Health Disparities in HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, and Tuberculosis in the United States
Dr. Kevin Fenton discusses the November 2007 Health Disparities Report entitled "HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, and Tuberculosis in the United States: Issues, Burden, and Response."
Staphylococcus aureus resistente a la meticilina (SARM)
Datos importantes sobre las infecciones por SARM en Estados Unidos, en las escuelas y los entornos médicos. (Title: Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)Created: 10/2007)
¡Atención! Tenga precaución con alguien que haya sufrido una conmoción cerebral
Todos los años, en los Estados Unidos se registran hasta 3.8 millones de casos de conmoción cerebral en actividades deportivas o recreativas. Este Podcast es una entrevista por radio con la Dra. Ileana Arias sobre la iniciativa titulada "Atención: conmoción cerebral en el deporte juvenil" de CDC que ofrece información a los entrenadores, los padres y los atletas sobre prevención, reconocimiento y reacción frente a una conmoción.
Heads Up! Play it Safe When it Comes to Concussions
As many as 3.8 million sports- and recreation-related concussions are estimated to occur in the United States each year. This podcast is a radio interview with CDC's Dr. Julie Gilchrist on the newly available “Heads Up: Concussion in Youth Sports” tool kit, which was developed to provide information to coaches, parents, and athletes involved in youth sports on preventing, recognizing, and responding to a concussion.
Residential Fire H.E.L.P.
Dr. Ileana Arias, Director of CDC’s National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, describes the Residential Fire Homebound Elderly Lifeline Project (Fire H.E.L.P.), a project that CDC is working on, in partnership with the Meals on Wheels Association of America and the International Association of Fire Chiefs, to reduce fire-related injuries and loss of life and property among homebound older adults.
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
Key facts about MRSA infections in the United States, including schools and healthcare settings.
National Latino AIDS Awareness Day
Dr. Ken Dominquez discusses the significance of this awareness day and why HIV continues to pose a major threat to the health and well-being of Latinos in the United States.
Día Nacional para La Concientización del SIDA
El Dr. Ken Domínguez discute la importancia de este día y porque el VIH sigue siendo una amenaza para la salud y el bienestar de Latinos en los Estados Unidos.
Roadmap to Maintaining Cognitive Health
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Alzheimer's Association released The National Public Health Road Map to Maintaining Cognitive Health at the International Conference on the Prevention of Dementia in Washington, DC on June 10, 2007. The Road Map lays out a shared vision for a work in progress, one that builds on the foundation of the work done to date, establishes a framework within which to view the findings of that work, links related and complementary activities, and shapes the work of the future.
Overview of the CDC 2008 Yellow Book for the Public
The “Yellow Book” (Health Information for International Travel) is published every two years by CDC as a reference for those who advise international travelers of health risks and preventive measures. It is written primarily for health care providers, although others might find it useful.
Overview of the CDC 2008 Yellow Book for Healthcare Providers
The “Yellow Book” (Health Information for International Travel) is published every two years by CDC as a reference for those who advise international travelers of health risks and preventive measures. It is written primarily for health care providers, although others might find it useful.
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention: Can Your Baby Hear?
This podcast discusses how important it is that every child receives a hearing screening as soon as possible after birth. It also gives specific ways that parents and health providers can find out if a child has a possible hearing loss and where to get further information. (Created 6/5/2007 by the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Program, NCBDDD).
Detección auditiva e intervención tempranas: ¿puede oír su bebé?
Este podcast es una traducción fiel de la conversación original en inglés con la doctora June Holstrum y la audióloga Pam Mason, y habla sobre la importancia de hacer una prueba exploratoria de la audición a todos los bebés tan pronto como sea posible después del nacimiento. También proporciona información que puede ayudar a los padres y proveedores de salud a determinar si un niño tiene pérdida auditiva, y a encontrar recursos adicionales. (Creado el 6/5/2007 por el Programa de Detección Auditiva e Intervención Tempranas del Centro Nacional de Defectos Congénitos y Deficiencias del Desarrollo, NCBDDD).
Heads Up! Concussion Information for Physicians
Physicians can play a key role in helping to prevent mild traumatic brain injury or concussion and improve a patient's health outcomes through early diagnosis, management, and appropriate referral. Dr. Jean Langlois, epidemiologist with the Division of Injury Response at CDC, discusses the newly revised "Heads Up: Brain Injury in Your Practice" tool kit, which includes information and tools to help physicians diagnose and manage concussion.
Use of Facemasks and Respirators
This program demonstrates the differences of facemasks and respirators that are to be used in public settings during an influenza pandemic.
Cervical Cancer
Did you know that cervical cancer rates differ by race/ethnicity and region? Or that cervical cancer can usually be prevented if precancerous cervical lesions are found by a Pap test and treated? Find out how getting regular Pap tests can save a woman's life.
Climate Change: Science, Health and the Environment
Climate Change: Science, Health and the Environment Howard Frumkin, MD, DrPH, Director of CDC's National Center for Environmental Health/Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, discusses the science of climate change, the potential for shifts in the natural world to affect our wellbeing, and the challenges of emerging issues in environmental health.
Healthy Places
Every person has a stake in environmental public health. As the environment deteriorates, so does the physical and mental health of the people within it. Healthy places are those designed and built to improve the quality of life for all people who live, work, worship, learn, and play within their borders -- where every person is free to make choices amid a variety of healthy, available, accessible, and affordable options. The CDC recognizes significant health issues and places that are vital in developing the Healthy Places program and provides examples in this report.
Hazardous Chemicals
Chemicals are a part of our daily lives, providing many products and modern conveniences. With more than three decades of experience, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has been in the forefront of efforts to protect and assess people's exposure to environmental and hazardous chemicals. This report provides information about hazardous chemicals and useful tips on how to protect you and your family from harmful exposure.
Global Climate Change
The hottest ten years on record have all occurred since 1995. While we cannot fully predict the impact of these changes on society and public health, we need to prepare for the implication of health issues associated with global climate change. This report highlights CDC observations on the issue and identifies priority areas for future projects.
Clean Air and Water
The air we breathe and the water we drink are both vital components of our health. Nevertheless, bacteria, pollutants, and other contaminates can alter life-giving air and water into health-threatening hazards. Learn about how scientists at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention work to protect the public from air and water-related health risks.
CDC's Work with Innovative Technology
CDC is working on two innovative approaches which use technology to help gather data quickly and accurately in complex humanitarian emergencies. Mark Phelan, Humanitarian Analyst, and Michael Gerber, Deputy Branch Chief, who both work in the International Emergency and Refugee Health Branch talk about remote sensing technology and health information systems.
CDC's Response to Complex Humanitarian Emergencies
CDC has been responding to complex humanitarian emergencies for more than 30 years, working in places such as Afghanistan, Darfur, Chad and Asia for the tsunami among many others. Michael Gerber, Deputy Chief of the International Emergency and Refugee Health Branch, shares how CDC helps in these challenging situations and gives examples from past responses.
CDC's Response in Darfur
CDC has been assisting in the response to the recent Darfur crisis since 2004. Leisel Talley, an epidemiologist in the International Emergency and Refugee Health Branch, shares how we helped, some challenges we faced and how CDC''s contributions were used.
A Performance Poem by Stacy Smallwood on the Occasion of Workers' Memorial Day
Stacy Smallwood is a public health professional and performance poet. He wrote this poem for the occasion of Workers' Memorial Day.
TB Poem: Expressions from Us to You
Regina D. Bess from CDC's Division of Tuberculosis Elimination wrote this poem for World TB Day 2007 to convey messages of commitment and hope in the efforts to eliminate TB. It captures the essence of the TB program's mission and dedication to the communities it serves.
What Exciting Opportunities Await You at CDC?
Learn more about the exciting opportunities that await you at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), CDC is at the forefront of meeting the health challenges of today and the future, and we are always looking for talented individuals to help us carry out our vision for the 21st century: Healthy People in a Healthy World: Through Prevention.
2003 Abortion Surveillance Report
This podcast provides a summary of the latest CDC Abortion Surveillance Report. It is the one of two podcasts available on this topic. The report is prepared annually by CDC's Division of Reproductive Health. Additional information on this CDC Surveillance System is available at http://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth.
Understanding CDC's Abortion Surveillance System
This podcast provides a summary of CDC's Abortion Surveillance System activities.
It is the one of two podcasts on the topic. Additional information on CDC's Abortion Surveillance System is available at www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth.
Mantoux Tuberculin Skin Test
Learn how to evaluate people for latent TB infection with the Mantoux tuberculin skin test. This podcast includes sections on administering and reading the Mantoux tuberculin skin test, the standard method for detecting latent TB infection since the 1930s.
CDC Plane Results in Lives Saved
The airplane leased by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) during public health emergencies saves lives. The plane plays a critical role in CDC's ability to keep our nation safe and prepared.
New Information About Premature Births (For Healthcare Providers)
Dr. William Callaghan describes the findings from a CDC study which sought to understand how preterm birth contributes to infant mortality rates in the United States.
New Information About Premature Births (For Consumers)
A new study finds that prematurity is the most frequent cause of infant death in the United States. Learn more.
eGames - Part 1
No longer do video and online games belong only to the worlds of fantasy and fiction. A new generation of games focuses on health, teaching gamers how to make healthy choices. Dr. Ian Bogost of the Georgia Institute of Technology explains.
eGames - Part 2
Dr. Ian Bogost of the Georgia Institute of Technology discusses innovations and applications in using the medium of online games to promote health.
Working with Stress (Pt. 1)
Is your job stressing you out? If so, you are not alone. Work-related stress is a growing concern that affects nearly every industry at every level. And that stress can take a devastating physical and psychological toll.
Working with Stress (Pt. 2)
Learn from health experts how to reduce the pressure and tension associated with our jobs.
Violence on the Job (Pt. 1)
Simply earning a living may expose you to the risk of violence, or even worse. On average, more than a dozen murders take place each week in the workplace. Discover the environments most often associated with workplace violence.
Violence on the Job (Pt. 2)
Violence in the workplace is more common than you may think. Occupational health experts offer strategies on how to protect ourselves from danger on the job.
