Hot Topics from CDC this week:
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Be Antibiotics Aware
Be Antibiotics Aware is the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) national educational effort to help improve antibiotic prescribing and use and combat antibiotic resistance.
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Drug Resistance & Food
Learn what CDC is doing and how you can protect yourself and your loved ones from these types of infections.
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Drowsy Driving
Drive alert and stay unhurt. Learn the risks of drowsy driving and how to protect yourself.
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Healthy Holidays at Work
The holiday season is kicking off, and with it comes a marathon of office parties, potlucks, and gift exchanges. Here are a few tips for bringing healthy holidays to your workplace.
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Protect Against RSV
RSV usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms, but it can lead to serious illness, especially for infants and older adults. Wash your hands often to help protect yourself and others from RSV.
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Prevent Pneumonia
Pneumonia, an infection of the lungs, needlessly affects millions of people worldwide each year. Pneumonia can often be prevented and can usually be treated. Lower your risk of pneumonia with vaccines and other healthy living practices.
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Premature Birth
In 2017, about 1 in 10 babies was born too early in the United States. Learn about the problem, risk factors, and what we can do to reduce premature birth.
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Radiation in Medicine
Medical imaging tests are non-invasive procedures that allow doctors to diagnose diseases and injuries without being intrusive. Some of these tests involve exposure to ionizing radiation, which can present risks to patients. However, if patients understand the benefits and risks, they can make the best decisions about choosing a particular medical imaging procedure.
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