Hot Topics from CDC this week:
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Oysters and Vibriosis
Raw oysters can ruin your summer. That's because you can get very sick from eating raw oysters. Learn about vibriosis, a disease linked to raw oysters - and how to protect your health when it comes to oysters and certain other shellfish.
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National HIV Testing Day
June 27 is National HIV Testing Day (NHTD), a day to encourage people to get tested for HIV, know their status, and get linked to care and treatment if they have HIV. This year's theme, Doing It My Way, Testing for HIV, reminds us that each person has their own reasons why they test for HIV and their own unique ways of Doing It.
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Infections and Pregnancy
If you're pregnant or planning a pregnancy, there are simple steps you can take to protect your fetus or newborn from infections that cause serious health problems.
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Sickle Cell & Transition
This World Sickle Cell Day (observed every year on June 19), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is raising awareness around sickle cell disease and 'transition.'
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Animal Exhibits
Interacting with animals at fairs, zoos, and aquariums can be educational and fun, but it's important to remember that animals sometimes carry harmful germs that can make us sick. Learn how to stay healthy when visiting animal exhibits.
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Lightning Safety
Learn how to protect you and your loved ones during a thunderstorm. Being outside when lightning is present is not something to take lightly, ever.
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