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CDC Launches Tobacco Education Campaign
A new CDC national tobacco education campaign called "Tips From Former Smokers" features real people who are living with the complications of smoking-related diseases. This campaign encourages smokers to quit.
Cerebral Palsy: One Parent's Story
March 25th is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day. About 1 in 303 children in the United States have cerebral palsy.Read about one family's experience with cerebral palsy and CDC's work on this condition.
Learn about World Water Day 2012
Learn about the 2012 World Water Day theme, "Water and Food Security: The World is Thirsty Because We are Hungry," which focuses on the close link between water use and food production.
National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
March 20, 2012 was National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. This national observance is an opportunity for Native people across the United States to learn about HIV/AIDS, encourage HIV testing, and get involved in HIV prevention.
Prepare for Unpredictable Spring Weather
Spring weather can be unpredictable. When severe weather hits unexpectedly, the risk of injury and death increases, so planning ahead makes sense. Prepare for storms, floods, and tornadoes as if you know in advance they are coming, because in the spring, they very likely will.
Prevent Unintentional Poisoning
Unintentional poisoning deaths are on the rise in the U.S., increasing by 160% from 1999 to 2009. This Poison Prevention Week, March 18–24, learn how to prevent unintentional poisoning.
Take Caution When Bats Are Near
Bats play an important role in our ecosystem. However, they are also associated with diseases deadly to humans. Learn how you can stay safe when bats are near.
World TB Day 2012: Stop TB in My Lifetime
Each year, CDC and others recognize World TB Day on March 24. Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the world's deadliest diseases. Learn more about TB risk factors that can increase the chance of developing TB disease.
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