Features from this Week: Quit for Health, Raw Milk, Seasonal Flu and More

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Read about proven ways to quit smoking, the facts about raw milk, and more.

Week in Review

Report: Quit for Health

A new report by the U.S. Surgeon General provides the latest science on what helps people quit smoking for good—and why quitting is so important. One of the most important actions people can take to improve their health is to quit smoking, no matter how old they are or how long they’ve been smoking.

Proven Ways to Quit Smoking>

Raw (Unpasteurized) Milk 

If you’re thinking about drinking raw milk because you believe it has health benefits, consider other options. Raw milk can contain harmful germs, such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites, that can make you very sick.

Read Q&As About Raw Milk>

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Prevent Seasonal Flu The best way to prevent seasonal flu is to get vaccinated every year. Take Action to Prevent Flu> En Español>

Arthritis in Rural Areas

Ease arthritis pain with physical activity and self-management education. Learn how programs in your area can help you take back control of your health.

Programs for Adults in Rural Areas>

Carbon Monoxide (CO)  CO poisoning is entirely preventable. Protect yourself and your family by learning the symptoms of CO poisoning and how to prevent it. Prevent CO Poisoning> En Español>

Scarlet Fever

If your child has a sore throat and a rash, it may be scarlet fever (also called scarlatina). Your child’s doctor can do a quick strep test to find out. If your child has scarlet fever, antibiotics can help your child feel better faster and prevent long-term health problems. Antibiotics can also help protect others from getting sick.

More Facts About Scarlet Fever>

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Disease of the Week Chronic Kidney Disease	Image of the Week SARS-CoV (coronavirus)

2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV)

Situation Summary CDC is closely monitoring an outbreak caused by a novel (new) coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. Learn more on this outbreak >