We are pleased to share that the expansion of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's PLACES (Population Level Analysis and Community Estimates) is now available and includes seven new nonmedical factors that influence health. Learn more about the expansion: https://lnkd.in/ea7pdqM
About us
The CDC Foundation helps the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) save and improve lives by unleashing the power of collaboration between CDC, philanthropies, corporations, organizations and individuals to protect the health, safety and security of America and the world. The CDC Foundation is the go-to nonprofit authorized by Congress to mobilize philanthropic partners and private-sector resources to support CDC’s critical health protection mission. Since 1995, the CDC Foundation has raised over $2 billion and launched more than 1,300 programs impacting a variety of health threats from chronic disease conditions including cardiovascular disease and cancer, to infectious diseases like rotavirus and HIV, to emergency responses, including COVID-19 and Ebola. The CDC Foundation managed hundreds of programs in the United States and in more than 90 countries last year.
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http://www.cdcfoundation.org
External link for CDC Foundation
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- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Atlanta, GA
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1992
- Specialties
- public health, public-private partnerships, epidemiology, and disease control and prevention
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600 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 1000
Atlanta, GA 30308, US
Employees at CDC Foundation
Updates
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Today, on International Overdose Awareness Day, we remember the lives lost and reaffirm our commitment to saving those still at risk. Our Overdose Data to Action team at the Mississippi Department of Health helped create a Peer Navigator brochure, a vital resource designed to connect individuals with the support they need on their recovery journey. Whether it's through community outreach, providing essential resources or guiding individuals toward treatment and well-being, we’re dedicated to creating safer, healthier communities for everyone.
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Today is International Overdose Awareness Day, a day when we can come together to highlight the strength of standing in support of those connected to the tragedy of overdose. For resources, visit Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://cdcf.link/3X0QTBw. #TogetherWeCan #EndOverdose #IOAD2024
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“I really enjoy the opportunity to build positive relationships with both my colleagues and individuals from our partnering organizations on this project. Drowning prevention is such important work and participating in these efforts with amazing partners and colleagues who truly care about the safety of children and youth brings me great joy.” – Greg Field Jr., technical advisor in the Understanding and Preventing Drowning program at the CDC Foundation.
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We are pleased to announce the promotion of Alison Moran Thompson as chief advancement officer. In this role Thompson will lead the Advancement Department with overall responsibility for the Foundation’s resource mobilization efforts and donor relations strategy. Congratulations, Alison! Read the full release here: https://cdcf.link/4dJwyYE
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I was pleased to join the National Governors Association Summit today to discuss innovative state-level initiatives that are effectively addressing public health challenges and improving health outcomes. When we work together to tackle common obstacles, foster cross-sector collaborations and leverage emerging trends, we can advance health for all.
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In partnership with the Sierra Leone Ministry of Health, Jhpiego Sierra Leone and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, we are proud to support event-based surveillance training. In a recent piece by Resolve To Save Lives, read about an outbreak of food poisoning that impacted over 100 residents in Sierra Leone and how event-based surveillance allowed officials to act swiftly and effectively: https://cdcf.link/4g6IVj5
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We're excited to announce the release of our podcast, Contagious Conversations, today! In our latest episode, featuring a redesigned format, we interview Dr. Dan Filardo of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr. Michael Osterholm of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) and Dr. Alexander Sloboda of the Chicago Department of Public Health to explore how public health impacts our economy and the true costs of getting sick. Listen for more: cdcf.link/podcast
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As we release our next episode of the Contagious Conversations podcast, we are excited to highlight some new features you will be seeing going forward. Our new podcast format incorporates the voices of experts from diverse fields by including multiple interviews and a narrative exploration of current public health issues and topics. Stay tuned for a new episode Wednesday, August 28 and catch up on our previous episodes here: cdcf.link/podcast
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#ICYMI: Recently, Hip Hop Public Health one of the community-based organizations we worked with on our Engaging the Arts to Build Vaccine Confidence project, was featured on BBC's World Service series "Whose Truth?" The program showcases their work using music to bridge the gap between public health and the community and boost confidence and uptake of vaccines. Read more: https://cdcf.link/3Z04TOT
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