Features from this Week: World Aids Day, SUDEP, Flu, Healthier Holidays and more.

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                      Week in Review

World AIDS Day
December 1 is World AIDS Day, an opportunity to unite in our efforts to stop HIV, support those affected by HIV, and remember those who have lost their lives to HIV-related diseases. CDC first called attention to what is now known as AIDS in 1981, and this year is the 31st observance of World AIDS Day.

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                    Healthier Holidays
Few Americans get enough physical activity, and many don’t eat a healthful diet. The winter holidays can be a great time to think about your goals for the year ahead. Follow these tips to jump start your resolutions, and be your healthiest self this holiday season.

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5 Facts About SUDEP
SUDEP stands for Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy. SUDEP refers to deaths in people with epilepsy that are not from injury, drowning, or other known causes.

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                    Holiday Food Safety
Feasting with family and friends is part of many holiday celebrations. Follow these simple tips to help prevent food poisoning, or foodborne illness, during the holidays.

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Prevent Flu
Flu is more dangerous than the common cold for children. Each year flu places a large burden on the health and well-being of children and their families. Annual influenza vaccination is the best method for preventing flu and its potentially severe complications in children.

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                    Preparing Chitlins Safely
Chitlins are a traditional Southern food served during winter holidays. If you’re getting ready to cook chitlins, sometimes called chitterlings, it’s important to handle and cook these pork intestines the right way.

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                      Disease of the Week

                    COPD

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                    Influenza Infection

Outbreak 
Outbreak of Lung Injury Associated with the Use of E-Cigarette, or Vaping, Products

CDC, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), state and local health departments, and other clinical and public health partners are investigating a multistate outbreak of lung injury associated with use of e-cigarette, or vaping, products.

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