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National Campaign to Get Kids Physically Active is Working

CDC releases report on increase in physical activity among U.S. youth as a result of national youth media campaign.... [more]

Nonfatal Self-Inflicted Injuries Fact Sheet

CEC releases fact sheet on self-inflicted injuries treated in emergency rooms; most are attributed to lacerations or poisonings.... [more]

More U.S. Children Are Getting Their Shots

CDC reports the number of U.S. children receiving immunizations is at an all time high.... [more]

Aging Boomers Drive Up Doctor Visits

CDC reports that more than half of patients visiting doctors are over 45; intent to manage chronic illness and participate in preventative care.... [more]

Majority of HIV-Infected Mothers and At-Risk Newborns Receive ZDV Treatment in Groundbreaking Thaila

CDC releases information on ground-breaking HIV treatment for pregnancy women and their newborns in Thailand.... [more]

Influenza Vaccine Effectiveness Studies

CDC factsheet on study of the effectiveness of influenza vaccinations.... [more]

Nonfatal Choking-Related Episodes for Children 0 to 14 years of Age Fact Sheet

CDC releases fact sheet on hysical and developmental factors that put children at risk for choking on food and nonfood substances.... [more]

Independent Task Forces Release Recommendations on Community and Clinical Approaches to Preventing S

CDC releases research results on skin cancer prevention; recommends education and policy approaches.... [more]

American Medical Association Diagnosis and Management of Foodborne Illnesses:

CDC announces release of new guide for foodborne illness as prepared by physicians, nurses, and the U.S. government.... [more]

Nine Million U.S. Children Under Age 18 Have Been Diagnosed with Asthma at Least Once

CDC releases report findings on number of children diagnosed with asthma; includes statistics on demographics and health care.... [more]



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