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Media Statement from CDC Director Rochelle P. Walensky, MD, MPH, on Extending the Eviction Moratorium
Wed, 20 Jan 2021 22:25:00 EDT
Media Statement from CDC Director Rochelle P. Walensky, MD, MPH, on Extending the Eviction Moratorium.
Media Statement from Rochelle P. Walensky, MD, MPH, CDC Director and ATSDR Administrator
Wed, 20 Jan 2021 14:25:00 EDT
Today, Rochelle P. Walensky, MD, MPH, officially begins her post as the 19th director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the ninth administrator of the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR). U.S. President Joe Biden selected Dr. Walensky to lead the agency in December. Dr. Walensky comes to CDC from Massachusetts General Hospital, where she served as Chief of the Division of Infectious Diseases from 2017-2020; and Harvard Medical School, where she served as Professor of Medicine from 2012-2020. Additional biographical information is available on the CDC website.
CDC Expands Negative COVID-19 Test Requirement to All Air Passengers Entering the United States
Tue, 12 Jan 2021 17:00:00 EDT
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expanding the requirement for a negative COVID-19 test to all air passengers entering the United States.
HHS Announces $22 Billion in Funding to Support Expanded Testing, Vaccination Distribution
Thu, 07 Jan 2021 00:00:00 EDT
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced two upcoming actions by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to provide more than $22 billion in funding to states, localities, and territories in support of the nation’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, as directed by the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act.
Transcript: CDC Update on COVID-19
Wed, 06 Jan 2021 13:45:00 EDT
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CDC Media Telebriefing: Update on COVID-19
Wed, 06 Jan 2021 09:00:00 EDT
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will provide an update to media on the COVID-19 response.
Transcript: CDC Update on COVID-19
Wed, 30 Dec 2020 17:00:00 EDT
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CDC Media Telebriefing: Update on COVID-19
Wed, 30 Dec 2020 11:00:00 EDT
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will provide an update to media on the COVID-19 response.
CDC 2020 in Review
Tue, 29 Dec 2020 18:30:00 EDT
In 2020 CDC worked around the clock – and around the globe – to protect Americans from health threats. While the COVID-19 pandemic has dominated the news, a number of other public health and scientific advancements are worth highlighting.
CDC to Require Negative COVID-19 Test for Air Travelers from the United Kingdom to the U.S.
Thu, 24 Dec 2020 23:20:00 EDT
Today, President Trump is taking another step to protect the health of the American people by requiring air passengers arriving from the United Kingdom (U.K.) to test negative, via PCR or Antigen test, no more than 72 hours before departure from the U.K. to the United States.
Media Statement from CDC Director Robert R. Redfield on Vaccine Milestone
Wed, 23 Dec 2020 15:55:00 EDT
The United States achieved an early but important milestone today – jurisdictions have now reported that more than 1 million people have received their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine since administration began 10 days ago.
Overdose Deaths Accelerating During COVID-19
Fri, 18 Dec 2020 11:10:00 EDT
Over 81,000 drug overdose deaths occurred in the United States in the 12 months ending in May 2020, the highest number of overdose deaths ever recorded in a 12-month period, according to recent provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Tobacco Product Use Down Among Youths in 2020
Thu, 17 Dec 2020 12:55:00 EDT
A report out today from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in collaboration with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), found that current tobacco product use declined among U.S. middle and high school students from 2019 to 2020—driven by decreases in e-cigarette, cigar, and smokeless tobacco use. However, the National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) data analysis also found that about 1 in 6 (nearly 4.5 million) students were current users of some type of tobacco product in 2020.
Media Statement from CDC Director Robert R. Redfield on Signing the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ recommendation to use Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine in people 16 and older
Sun, 13 Dec 2020 09:25:00 EDT
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CDC expands local area health estimates to include data for the entire U.S. New PLACES data help inform local health decisions
Wed, 09 Dec 2020 10:20:00 EDT
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced the expansion of the 500 Cities Project, a 2016 initiative to provide city- and neighborhood-level health estimates for a large portion of the nation’s population. The project is being renamed PLACES, and now provides Population Level Analysis and Community Estimates to the entire United States to show the prevalence of chronic diseases and the health impacts on underserved communities.
CDC Statement Regarding ACIP Recommendations
Thu, 03 Dec 2020 15:40:00 EDT
CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield would like to thank the ACIP for all of their work in crafting these recommendations as interim guidance that both 1) health care personnel and 2) residents of long-term care facilities be offered COVID-19 vaccine in the initial phase of the vaccination program. Dr. Redfield supports their recommendations and has signed the memo and accepted these interim recommendations.
Transcript for CDC Telebriefing on the COVID-19 Outbreak
Wed, 02 Dec 2020 14:20:00 EDT
Transcript for the CDC Telebriefing on the COVID-19 Outbreak, November 19, 2020.
CDC MEDIA TELEBRIEFING: Update on COVID-19
Tue, 01 Dec 2020 20:55:00 EDT
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Media Statement from CDC Director Robert R. Redfield, M.D., in Observance of World AIDS Day 2020
Tue, 01 Dec 2020 14:05:00 EDT
World AIDS Day presents an important moment to pause, and acknowledge the innovation of the community that has been crucial to fighting disruptions to HIV care, treatment, and prevention efforts that are underway around the world.
Transcript for CDC Telebriefing on the COVID-19 Outbreak
Thu, 19 Nov 2020 15:00:00 EDT
Transcript for the CDC Telebriefing on the COVID-19 Outbreak, November 19, 2020.
50.6 Million U.S. Adults Currently Use Tobacco Products
Thu, 19 Nov 2020 13:25:00 EDT
Findings from a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report released today show that approximately 1 in 5 U.S. adults reported currently using a tobacco product in 2019, with about 80% of those adults reporting that they use combustible products such as cigarettes.
CDC MEDIA TELEBRIEFING: Update on COVID-19
Wed, 18 Nov 2020 17:10:00 EDT
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Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo Ends
Wed, 18 Nov 2020 11:05:00 EDT
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) joins the global public health community in marking the end of the Ebola Virus Disease (Ebola) outbreak in Equateur Province.
CDC Expands U.S. Diabetes Surveillance System with new Social Determinants of Health Module
Tue, 17 Nov 2020 14:45:00 EDT
The Centers for Disease and Control and Prevention (CDC) has expanded the U.S. Diabetes Surveillance System with a new social determinants of health (SDOH) module to help identify under-resourced areas of the United States and assess the potential impact of health disparities on diabetes burden and risk factors.
CDC Awards $1.5 Million for Research to Reduce Exposures to Workplace Hazards through Robotic Technology
Mon, 16 Nov 2020 16:00:00 EDT
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has awarded $1.5 million over three years to the University of Illinois at Chicago and Worcester Polytechnic Institute to fund projects aimed at reducing workers’ exposures to hazards through the development and use of collaborative robots, or co-robots.
CDC Investigation Notice: CDC investigating outbreak of E. coli infections
Tue, 10 Nov 2020 18:00:00 EDT
A CDC Investigation Notice regarding a multistate outbreak of E. coli 0157:H7 infections has been posted.
CDC Issues Framework for Resuming Safe and Responsible Cruise Ship Passenger Operations
Fri, 30 Oct 2020 14:05:00 EST
Today the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a Framework for Conditional Sailing Order that introduces a phased approach for the safe and responsible resumption of passenger cruises.
CDC Opens New South America Regional Office in Brazil
Fri, 30 Oct 2020 11:05:00 EST
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today opened its new South America regional office in Brasilia, Brazil. The new regional office strengthens CDC’s ability to meet its mission of protecting Americans by responding more rapidly to health threats wherever they occur and building key relationships to tackle shared health priorities.
National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week: Get the Facts – and Get Your Home and Child Tested
Fri, 23 Oct 2020 19:05:00 EST
U.S. health, housing, and environmental agencies warn that some 3.6 million U.S. families risk permanent harm to their children because their homes are contaminated with lead-based paint.
CDC investigating Multistate Outbreak of Listeria Infections Linked to Deli Meats
Fri, 23 Oct 2020 17:35:00 EST
A CDC food safety alert regarding a multistate outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections has been posted.
CDC Media Telebriefing Transcript on Operation Warp Speed
Fri, 23 Oct 2020 09:05:00 EST
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HHS Secretary Alex Azar and CDC Director Dr. Robert R. Redfield to give update on COVID-19 response, Operation Warp Speed
Tue, 20 Oct 2020 21:25:00 EST
Credentialed media are invited to join Secretary Azar and Dr. Redfield for a press briefing and Q&A.
CDC and the American Mosquito Control Association Collaborate on First-ever Comprehensive Resources for Mosquito Control in Areas Affected by Natural Disasters
Tue, 13 Oct 2020 14:55:00 EST
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Mosquito Control Association (AMCA) have collaborated to provide the first-ever comprehensive volume of resources to guide mosquito control in areas affected by natural disasters, such as hurricanes and flooding in this special edition of the Journal of the American Mosquito Control Association (JAMCA).
CDC shares guidance on how to stay safe during and after Hurricane Delta
Fri, 09 Oct 2020 16:05:00 EST
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is sharing important information to keep you and your family safe during and immediately after Hurricane Delta.
CDC Updates “How COVID is Spread” Webpage
Mon, 05 Oct 2020 13:55:00 EST
Today, CDC issued updated guidance to its How COVID-19 Spreads website, which includes information about the potential for airborne spread of the virus that causes COVID-19.
CDC Medical Officer Honored with 2020 Sammies Award
Mon, 05 Oct 2020 10:30:00 EST
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) health scientist Vikram Krishnasamy, M.D., MPH, has been awarded the Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medal® by the Partnership for Public Service.
CDC investigating Salmonella outbreaks linked to pet bearded dragons, pet hedgehogs
Thu, 01 Oct 2020 00:00:00 EST
CDC is investigating two separate multistate Salmonella illness outbreaks, one linked to contact with pet bearded dragons and one linked to contact with pet hedgehogs.
Cruise Ship No Sail Order Extended Through October 31, 2020
Wed, 30 Sep 2020 22:35:00 EST
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced today the extension of a No Sail Order for cruise ships through October 31, 2020. This order continues to suspend passenger operations on cruise ships with the capacity to carry at least 250 passengers in waters subject to U.S. jurisdiction.
Salmonella Investigation Update
Thu, 24 Sep 2020 18:10:00 EST
A CDC food safety alert regarding a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Stanley infections has been posted: https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/stanley-09-20/index.html
Administration Announces $200 million from CDC to Jurisdictions for COVID-19 Vaccine Preparedness
Wed, 23 Sep 2020 13:00:00 EST
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is announcing upcoming action by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to provide $200 million to jurisdictions for COVID-19 vaccine preparedness.
New CDC data finds adult obesity is increasing
Thu, 17 Sep 2020 11:25:00 EST
New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show that adult obesity prevalence is increasing and racial and ethnic disparities persist. Notably, adults with obesity are at heightened risk for severe outcomes from COVID-19.
CDC Releases Indicators for Dynamic School Decision-Making
Tue, 15 Sep 2020 18:15:00 EST
Today, CDC released indicators to help schools make dynamic decisions about in-person learning as local conditions evolve throughout the pandemic.
CDC awards $7 million for pilot project to reduce chronic disease by advancing health equity
Fri, 11 Sep 2020 16:40:00 EST
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Youth e-cigarette use is down, but 3.6 million still use e-cigarettes
Wed, 09 Sep 2020 12:15:00 EST
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in collaboration with various partners, released two papers today in Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) highlighting recent changes in U.S. e-cigarette use and sales.
Investigation Update On Peaches
Thu, 27 Aug 2020 15:55:00 EST
CDC has updated its food safety alert for a Salmonella illness outbreak linked to peaches:https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/enteritidis-08-20/index.html
CDC’s Tips® campaign led 1 million U.S. adults to quit smoking during 2012–2018
Thu, 27 Aug 2020 13:15:00 EST
Findings from a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) study published in Preventing Chronic Disease show that CDC’s Tips From Former Smokers® (Tips®) campaign led more than 1 million U.S. adults to quit smoking and an estimated 16.4 million U.S. adults to attempt to quit smoking during 2012–2018.
Dr. Robert R. Redfield Statement on “Preventing and Mitigating SARS-CoV-2 Transmission — Four Overnight Camps, Maine, June–August 2020”
Wed, 26 Aug 2020 14:40:00 EST
Today’s MMWR, which highlights the thoughtful and prudent public health practices used during overnight summer camps in Maine, reinforces how powerful everyday preventive actions are in reducing and keeping COVID-19 transmission low. Despite more than 1,000 campers and staff from nearly every state and 7 countries, only three people tested positive for COVID-19 during the camp and no additional campers or staff were known to be infected.
CDC Media Telebriefing Transcript: Update on COVID-19
Sun, 23 Aug 2020 00:00:00 EST
CDC works 24/7 saving lives, protecting people from health threats, and saving money to have a more secure nation. A US federal agency, CDC helps make the healthy choice the easy choice by putting science and prevention into action. CDC works to help people live longer, healthier and more productive lives.
CDC Media Telebriefing: Update on COVID-19
Fri, 21 Aug 2020 11:05:00 EST
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will provide an update to media on the COVID-19 response.
CDC data show disproportionate COVID-19 impact in American Indian/Alaska Native populations
Wed, 19 Aug 2020 12:50:00 EST
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a new study that specifically examines how COVID-19 is affecting American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN) – one of the racial and ethnic minority groups at highest risk from the disease. CDC found that in 23 selected states, the cumulative incidence of laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 cases among AI/AN was 3.5 times that of non-Hispanic whites.
CDC Outbreak Investigations: New <em>Salmonella</em> Outbreak Linked to Bagged Peaches; Updates on Outbreak Linked to Onions
Wed, 19 Aug 2020 00:00:00 EST
CDC has posted a new food safety alert for a Salmonella illness outbreak linked to bagged peaches, and updated recall information and case counts for a Salmonella outbreak linked to onions.
Joint Statement from the Census Bureau and Centers for Disease Control on Conducting 2020 Census Non-Response Follow-Up Interviews
Mon, 10 Aug 2020 11:30:00 EST
In carrying out our respective missions, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are committed to protecting the health and safety of those we serve and employ. This is particularly important during the current COVID-19 health crisis.
Hear Her: CDC Campaign Highlights Warning Signs of Pregnancy-Related Deaths
Mon, 10 Aug 2020 10:40:00 EST
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is launching Hear Her, a national campaign that brings attention to pregnancy-related deaths and provides education and encouragement to pregnant and postpartum women (within one year of delivery).
Nootkatone Now Registered by EPA
Mon, 10 Aug 2020 08:45:00 EST
A new active ingredient, discovered and developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has been registered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for use in insecticides and insect repellents.
Investigation Update on Salmonella
Fri, 07 Aug 2020 10:55:00 EST
CDC, several states, and FDA continue to investigate a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Newport infections linked to onions. More grocery stores and food manufacturers have recalled onions and food containing onions, and 244 more illnesses have been reported in the last week. An update is posted here: https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/newport-07-20/index.html.
CDC Presents Inaugural Award for Advancements in Health Equity to Oregon's Lessie Williams
Wed, 05 Aug 2020 12:10:00 EST
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CDC Expects 2020 Outbreak of Life-Threatening Acute Flaccid Myelitis Transcript
Tue, 04 Aug 2020 18:05:00 EST
Welcome, everyone, and thank you for standing by. At this time, I'd like to inform all participants that your lines are in a listen-only mode until the question and answer session of today's conference call. If you would like to ask a question please press star 1 on your phone. I will now turn the meeting over to our first speaker Ms. Michelle Bonds.
CDC Expects 2020 Outbreak of Life-Threatening Acute Flaccid Myelitis
Tue, 04 Aug 2020 12:50:00 EST
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) anticipates that 2020 will be another peak year for cases of acute flaccid myelitis (AFM), an uncommon but serious neurologic condition that affects mostly children. The disease has peaked every two years between August and November in the United States since 2014. Enteroviruses, particularly enterovirus-D68 (EV-D68), are likely responsible for these peaks in cases.
CDC Telebriefing: New Vital Signs Report
Tue, 04 Aug 2020 08:55:00 EST
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) anticipates that 2020 will be another outbreak year for acute flaccid myelitis (AFM), an uncommon but serious neurologic condition.
Study highlights importance of CDC mitigation strategies
Fri, 31 Jul 2020 12:55:00 EST
Today's MMWR on SARS-CoV-2 transmission at an overnight camp in Georgia found efficient spread of the virus among campers and staff while noting key steps to minimize the risk for SARS-CoV-2 introduction and transmission in camps were not strictly followed.
CMS and CDC announce provider reimbursement available for counseling patients to self-isolate at time of COVID-19 testing
Thu, 30 Jul 2020 13:20:00 EST
Today, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are announcing that payment is available to physicians and health care providers to counsel patients, at the time of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) testing, about the importance of self-isolation after they are tested and prior to the onset of symptoms.
Transcript for CDC Telebriefing on New Resources and Tools to Support Opening Schools
Fri, 24 Jul 2020 15:50:00 EST
Transcript for CDC Telebriefing on New Resources and Tools to Support Opening Schools.
The 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Fri, 24 Jul 2020 09:55:00 EST
On July 26, our nation will celebrate the 30th anniversary of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), which provides protections against discrimination of people with disabilities in several areas including employment, education, health care, recreation, transportation, and housing.
CDC releases new resources and tools to support opening schools
Thu, 23 Jul 2020 18:50:00 EST
Today, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is releasing new science-based resources and tools for school administrators, teachers, parents, guardians, and caregivers when schools open this fall.
Dr. Robert R. Redfield Statement on SARS-CoV-2 infections
Wed, 22 Jul 2020 14:30:00 EST
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Salmonella Investigation Notice
Tue, 21 Jul 2020 18:10:00 EST
CDC and several states are investigating a rapidly growing outbreak of Salmonella Newport infections. A source of the infections has not been identified. The investigation notice is posted here: https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/newport-07-20/index.html.
Cruise ship No Sail Order extended through September 2020
Thu, 16 Jul 2020 17:35:00 EST
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced today the extension of a No Sail Order for cruise ships through September 30, 2020. This order continues to suspend passenger operations on cruise ships with the capacity to carry at least 250 passengers in waters subject to U.S. jurisdiction.
CDC Director Dr. Robert R. Redfield and HHS Chief Information Officer Jose Arrieta Remarks on HHS Protect
Thu, 16 Jul 2020 00:00:00 EST
On Wednesday, July 15, CDC Director Robert Redfield and HHS Chief Information Officer Jose Arrieta provided an update for members of the media on HHS efforts to gather and disseminate real-time hospital data on COVID-19. Below are their statements as prepared for delivery.
CDC calls on Americans to wear masks to prevent COVID-19 spread
Tue, 14 Jul 2020 19:00:00 EST
Americans are increasingly adopting the use of cloth face masks to slow the spread of COVID-19, and the latest science may convince even more to do so.
Transcript for the CDC Telebriefing Update on COVID-19
Fri, 26 Jun 2020 09:40:00 EST
Transcript for the CDC Telebriefing: Update on 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV)
HHS Announces New Organ Transplant Guidance
Thu, 25 Jun 2020 23:55:00 EST
Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Public Health Service (USPHS) published an updated solid organ transplant guideline to assess donors and monitor recipients for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), hepatitis B virus, and hepatitis C virus infections.
CDC Marks the End of the 2018 Ebola Outbreak in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
Thu, 25 Jun 2020 14:10:00 EST
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is joining the global public health community to mark the end of the Ebola Virus Disease (Ebola) outbreak in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
CDC updates, expands list of people at risk of severe COVID-19 illness
Thu, 25 Jun 2020 13:30:00 EST
Based on a detailed review of available evidence to date, CDC has updated and expanded the list of who is at increased risk for getting severely ill from COVID-19.
CDC Media Telebriefing: Update on COVID-19
Thu, 25 Jun 2020 11:15:00 EST
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will provide an update to media on the COVID-19 response.
CDC releases consolidated COVID-19 testing recommendations
Sat, 13 Jun 2020 20:50:00 EST
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Transcript - CDC Media Telebriefing: Update on COVID-19
Fri, 12 Jun 2020 18:05:00 EST
Transcript for the CDC Telebriefing: Update on 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV)
CDC Media Telebriefing: Update on COVID-19
Fri, 12 Jun 2020 00:00:00 EST
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will provide an update to media on the COVID-19 response.
HHS Announces New Laboratory Data Reporting Guidance for COVID-19 Testing
Thu, 04 Jun 2020 15:25:00 EST
Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced new Guidance that specifies what additional data must be reported to HHS by laboratories along with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) test results.
United States Coronavirus (COVID-19) Death Toll Surpasses 100,000
Thu, 28 May 2020 17:30:00 EST
Today the number of people in the United States who have died from COVID-19 surpassed 100,000. Families, friends, coworkers, loved ones and community members are grieving for each person who has been lost to this disease.
CDC updates COVID-19 transmission webpage to clarify information about types of spread
Fri, 22 May 2020 20:50:00 EST
CDC actively reviews our website to make sure the content is accessible and clear for all types of audiences. As a result of one such review, edits were made to the organization of the COVID-19 transmission page, including adding a headline in an attempt to clarify other types of spread beyond person to person. This change was intended to make it easier to read, and was not a result of any new science.
CDC Releases Recommendations for Communities of Faith
Fri, 22 May 2020 17:45:00 EST
Across America, states and localities are experiencing different stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many state and local officials have determined to begin moving gradually and strategically toward reopening their regions. Today, CDC published guidance to help prevent exposures to COVID-19 in facilities used by communities of faith and to keep their staff and attendees as healthy as possible as they exercise their faith.
CDC Health Scientist wins 2019 Arthur S. Flemming Award
Fri, 22 May 2020 16:45:00 EST
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Control (CDC) health scientist Duncan R. MacCannell, PhD, has been named a winner of the 2019 Arthur S. Flemming Award.
CDC Investigation Notice - Salmonella Infections Linked to Live Poultry in Backyard Flocks
Wed, 20 May 2020 18:20:00 EST
A CDC investigation notice regarding a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to contact with backyard poultry has been posted https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/backyardpoultry-05-20/index.html.
CDC releases resources to assist states to open
Wed, 20 May 2020 15:50:00 EST
Across America, states and localities are experiencing different phases of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many have chosen to begin moving gradually and strategically toward resuming civic life. To help states, tribes, localities, and territories, as well as businesses and community organizations operate as safely as possible during the COVID-19 pandemic, CDC released two new resources to aide in reopening.
HHS Delivers Funding to Expand Testing Capacity for States, Territories, Tribes
Mon, 18 May 2020 20:10:00 EST
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is delivering $11 billion in new funding to support testing for COVID-19. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will provide $10.25 billion to states, territories, and local jurisdictions through CDC’s existing Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Prevention and Control of Emerging Infectious Diseases (ELC) cooperative agreement.
Media Statement from Dr. Robert Redfield, CDC Director; Dr. Steve Hahn, FDA Commissioner; and Dr. Anthony Fauci, NIAID Director
Tue, 12 May 2020 16:05:00 EST
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have together determined that government entities working in support of the COVID-19 response efforts are providing essential services and the current guidelines for critical infrastructure workers apply.
CDC scientists honored as 2020 Service to America Medal Finalists
Fri, 08 May 2020 10:20:00 EST
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Control (CDC) scientists Dr. Vikram Krishnasamy, and Dr. Peter Briss and the 2019 Lung Injury Prevention Team, have been named finalists in the Partnership for Public Service’s annual Service to America awards.
CDC launches national viral genomics consortium to better map SARS-CoV-2 transmission
Fri, 01 May 2020 19:30:00 EST
CDC has kicked off the SARS-CoV-2 Sequencing for Public Health Emergency Response, Epidemiology and Surveillance (SPHERES) consortium, which will greatly expand the use of whole genome sequencing (WGS) of the COVID-19 virus.
HHS Announces CARES Act Funding Distribution to States and Localities in Support of COVID-19 Response
Thu, 23 Apr 2020 13:15:00 EST
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is announcing upcoming action by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to provide additional resources to state and local jurisdictions in support of our nation’s response to the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
Confirmation of COVID-19 in Two Pet Cats in New York
Wed, 22 Apr 2020 14:15:00 EST
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CDC Announces Modifications and Extension of No Sail Order for All Cruise Ships
Thu, 09 Apr 2020 18:15:00 EST
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced today the extension of a No Sail Order for all cruise ships.
Statement from CDC Director Robert R. Redfield, MD on the passing of Michael Patterson, Tips From Former Smokers ad participant
Tue, 07 Apr 2020 14:55:00 EST
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Michael Patterson, 64, a U.S. Army veteran, an Alaska Native, and a member of the Tlingit tribe. At age 44, Michael was diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) caused by smoking.
HHS Announces Upcoming Funding Action to Provide $186 Million for COVID-19 Response
Tue, 07 Apr 2020 10:35:00 EST
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is announcing upcoming action by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to provide $186,000,000 in funding for additional resources to state and local jurisdictions in support of our nation’s response to the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
CDC Launches New Weekly COVID-19 Surveillance Report
Sat, 04 Apr 2020 16:50:00 EST
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COVID-19-Related Phone Scams and Phishing Attacks
Fri, 03 Apr 2020 14:05:00 EST
COVID-19-Related Phone Scams and Phishing Attacks
CDC Issues Domestic Travel Advisory for New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut
Sat, 28 Mar 2020 22:00:00 EST
Due to extensive community transmission of COVID -19 in the area, CDC urges residents of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut to refrain from non-essential domestic travel for 14 days effective immediately.
CDC Statement on COVID-19 Apple App
Fri, 27 Mar 2020 18:05:00 EST
Today, Apple Inc. – in partnership with the White House Coronavirus Task Force and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – released an app and website that guides Americans through a series of questions about their health and exposure to determine if they should seek care for COVID-19 symptoms.
CDC Statement on Self-Quarantine Guidance for Greater New York City Transportation and Delivery Workers
Thu, 26 Mar 2020 21:00:00 EST
CDC Statement on Self-Quarantine Guidance for Greater New York City Transportation and Delivery Workers
Autism Prevalence Rises in Communities Monitored by CDC
Thu, 26 Mar 2020 15:20:00 EST
One in 54 8-year-old children have been identified with autismording to an analysis of 2016 data published today in CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) Surveillance Summary.
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