Dr. McDonald shared updates on CDC’s COVID-19 response, including the latest scientific information and what everyone should know about protecting themselves and others. In addition, CAPT Hammond and Dr. Kimmons discussed CDC COVID-19 guidance for building operations (HVAC, etc.) and healthy design guidelines for the long-term building design.
The COVID-19 Vaccination Implementation Planning Update for Rural Stakeholders was presented by CDC subject matter expert, Dr. Amanda Cohn. Dr. Cohn is Chief Medical Officer for the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases as well as Chief Medical Officer for the Vaccine Task Force of the CDC COVID-19 Response. This session, presented specifically for rural stakeholders, was moderated by Dr. Diane Hall. PowerPoint slides for this video are available at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/vaccine-considerations-rural-health.pptx
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD) - CDC provides recommendations on how parents and caregivers can help support children and teens during COVID-19 pandemic.
National Center for Injury Prevention and Control: Studies show flu and whooping cough vaccines are very safe for pregnant women and developing babies.
National Center for Injury Prevention and Control: The video describes the increased use of naloxone that can help end the opioid overdose epidemic
Animated Graphic: Hypertension, or high blood pressure (HBP), increases your risk for heart disease and stroke. HPB is “the silent killer.”
This video was created to raise awareness of CDC’s important global health work to protect Americans and save lives.
Follow along and find out what vaccines are recommended for adults.
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD) - By vaccinating them according to CDC’s recommended schedule, parents can protect their babies from 14 serious diseases before they turn two years old.
National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID) - short piece: CDC works around the world 24/7 as our nation’s front line of defense from health threats.
This lecture highlights the pivotal role of testing in HIV prevention and treatment, presented as part of CDC HIV/AIDS 30 Years: Commemoration Activities.
This video explains the many factors that have contributed to the obesity epidemic, and showcases several community initiatives taking place to prevent and reduce obesity.
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD) - Stopping serious diseases before they start is what Vaccine Scene Investigation is all about.