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- Government Administration
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- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Atlanta, GA
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1946
- Specialties
- Public Health
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1600 Clifton Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30333, US
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1600 Clifton Rd Ne
Atlanta, GA 30329, US
Employees at Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Updates
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CDC offers surveillance and clinical diagnostic testing for Oropouche, a virus spread by infected biting midges and some mosquitoes. Health departments should assist healthcare providers with obtaining appropriate testing for diagnosing Oropouche. Learn about the current testing and case reporting guidance: https://bit.ly/3WXB8eC
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Healthcare providers: Talk to parents about the importance of childhood vaccinations ahead of the school year. As a trusted source of health information, your recommendation can make a big difference. Get materials to start the conversation here: https://bit.ly/4cAtUUR
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Clinicians: Your words matter. When discussing #SubstanceUseDisorder treatment with patients, effective communication is key. In honor of the upcoming International Overdose Awareness Day (Aug. 31) observance, practice effective communication strategies with our #AddictionMedicine patient cases. Try them today: https://bit.ly/4dlUTDP
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Beginning November 1, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services will require hospitals to report information about flu, COVID-19, and RSV. Read about how these data are key to maintain situational awareness and address current patient health and safety needs. https://bit.ly/4cGo9nJ
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HCPs: In Part 3 of the American Academy of Pediatrics' free 5-part educational series focusing on primary and specialty care for people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), you will learn to: - Summarize the management of osteoporosis in patients with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) - Describe the management of adrenal insufficiency in patients with DMD - Identify the nutritional stages and challenges of nutrition assessment for patients with DMD - Recognize swallowing dysfunction in DMD - Summarize constipation and bowel management in DMD For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/3vrmUcs
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Laboratory Testing Professionals: Join this OneLab TEST event to hear about best practices for professionals and volunteers who perform or coordinate waived testing in non-traditional settings. Register now and share this event with your colleagues! https://bit.ly/4dqSgQT
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Do your patients know that it takes as little as a week to lose tolerance to #opioids? When you collaborate with patients about how and when to taper opioid use, you can help to minimize withdrawal symptoms. In preparation for this year’s International Overdose Awareness Day (Aug. 31), dedicate time for building collaborative relationships with your patients and help end overdose: https://bit.ly/3SXk878
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New MMWR report shows HPV vaccination coverage on track in two U.S.-Affiliated Pacific Island jurisdictions to meet WHO goals, but gaps show the need to address areas with lower coverage. https://bit.ly/mm7333a2
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