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Week in Review

STEM at CDC

Learn how public health brings together science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM)—with other subjects like social studies, civics, language arts, physical education and health, and sociology to contribute to creating a healthier world. CDC has a variety of public health STEM activities, resources, and so much more for students, teachers, and professionals.

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Benefits of Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding has health benefits for both babies and mothers. Breast milk provides a baby with ideal nutrition and supports growth and development. Breastfeeding can also help protect baby and mom against certain illnesses and diseases.

Five great benefits >

Wildfire Smoke Dry conditions in much of the United States increase the potential for wildfires in or near wilderness areas. Stay alert for wildfire smoke. This smoke can hurt your eyes, irritate your respiratory system, and worsen chronic heart and lung diseases. Be prepared for wildfires >  En Español

Adult Vaccination

Adults need to keep their vaccinations up to date because immunity from childhood vaccines can wear off over time. You are also at risk for different diseases as an adult. Vaccination is one of the most convenient and safest preventive care measures available.

Find out what vaccines you need >

En Español

Home Canning and Botulism It’s time to harvest your delicious produce, and you may be thinking about canning some of it. But beware! If home canning is not done the right way, your canned vegetables and fruits (as well as canned meats, seafood, and other foods) could cause botulism. Use proper canning techniques > En Español

Cancer and Children

You can lower your children’s risk of getting cancer later in life by getting them vaccinated against HPV and helping them make healthy choices.

Help your child avoid getting cancer >

En Español

Disease of the Week Botulism	Image of the Week Ground-breaking ceremony

CDC COVID-19 Responder Stories

CDC Responder Story	To Scott Santibañez, the call sounded like a routine request in a 22-year career at CDC that has been filled with such calls. It proved to be anything but. During the first half of 2020, the 3,500-member Hoopa Valley tribe in northern California had managed to stay largely free of COVID-19, with only a few cases. But in August, the numbers began to soar, reaching 40 cases in a few days.