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Family Reunions ~
Family reunions are a time to introduce and reinforce healthy living.H1N1 Virus (Swine Flu) ~ CDC continues to take aggressive action to respond to an expanding outbreak caused by H1N1 (swine flu).
Halting Obesity ~ CDC is addressing obesity to create places where Americans can make healthy choices about nutrition and physical activity and where such choices are available, affordable, and accessible.
Healthy Swimming ~ Memorial Day is around the corner and millions of kids and adults are looking forward to the beginning of the summer swim season. Swimming is a fun physical activity with many health benefits, but, remember, healthy swimming is no accident. Learn how you can prevent recreational water illnesses and injuries.
Healthy Vision ~ May is Healthy Vision Month. This year, the national eye health observance focuses on promoting the importance of getting eye exams.
Hearing Loss ~ Learn more about CDC's resources for families about hearing loss.
Nursing Home Health ~ you visit friends or family in a nursing home, take steps to prevent Clostridium difficile.
Safe Boating ~ During National Safe Boating Week, May 16–22, and all year, "Wear It!" Everyone, on all types of boats, should wear properly-fitted life jackets, or personal flotation devices (PFD). By wearing a life jacket, you can dramatically decrease your chances of drowning in a boating incident.
Viral Hepatitis ~ May 2009 marks the 14th anniversary of Hepatitis Awareness Month, and May 19th is World Hepatitis Day. These annual observances raise awareness about the global impact of viral hepatitis and the importance of preventing hepatitis-related liver disease, including liver cancer.
Worker Health and Safety ~ CDC offers tools and resources to help workers stay safe and healthy on the job.
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