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CDC Investigating Multistate Outbreak of Listeria Infections Linked to Meats Sliced at Delis

4 hours 52 min ago
A CDC Investigation Notice update regarding a multistate outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections has been posted at https://www.cdc.gov/listeria/outbreaks/delimeats-7-24/index.html.

CDC Confirms Three Human Cases of H5 Bird Flu Among Colorado Poultry Workers

Thu, 07/25/2024 - 12:47
Media Statement - Three additional human cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5) ("H5 bird flu") virus infection have been confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in association with a second poultry farm in Northeast Colorado/Weld County.

CDC Updates Dog Importation Process

Mon, 07/22/2024 - 10:17
CDC has clarified and simplified the process for bringing dogs into the United States from rabies-free and low risk dog rabies countries. CDC aims to protect the health of U.S. communities and animals and prevent the re-introduction of dog rabies to the United States. 

CDC Investigating Multistate Outbreak of Listeria Infections Linked to Meats Sliced at Delis

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 21:00
CDC Investigating Multistate Outbreak of Listeria Infections Linked to Meats Sliced at Delis

CDC Data Shows Over 70 Million U.S. Adults Reported Having a Disability

Tue, 07/16/2024 - 07:48
Today CDC released the annual update to the Disability and Health Data System (DHDS), providing quick and easy online access to state-level health data on adults with disabilities.

CDC Confirms Human Cases of H5 Bird Flu Among Colorado Poultry Workers

Sun, 07/14/2024 - 07:44
Four human cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5) ("H5 bird flu") virus infection in the state of Colorado have been confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Colorado Reports Three Presumptive Positive H5 Cases in Poultry Workers

Fri, 07/12/2024 - 18:18
The state of Colorado has announced that three people have tested presumptive positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5) ("H5 bird flu") virus infection.

CDC Reports Fourth Human Case of H5 Bird Flu Tied to Dairy Cow Outbreak

Wed, 07/03/2024 - 11:50
A human case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5) ("H5 bird flu") virus infection in the United States has been identified in the state of Colorado.

Readout of Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices Meeting Held June 26 - 28, 2024

Fri, 06/28/2024 - 14:35
CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met June 26 - 28 to discuss data on multiple vaccines. The agenda and presentations are online.

CDC Recommends Updated 2024-2025 COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines for Fall/Winter Virus Season

Thu, 06/27/2024 - 15:39
Today, CDC recommended the updated 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccines and the updated 2024-2025 flu vaccines to protect against severe COVID-19 and flu this fall and winter.

CDC Updates RSV Vaccination Recommendation for Adults

Wed, 06/26/2024 - 14:38
For the upcoming respiratory virus season, CDC recommends everyone age 75 and older receive the RSV vaccine.

CDC Warns of Salmonella outbreak linked to bearded dragons

Thu, 06/13/2024 - 21:00
CDC Warns of Salmonella outbreak linked to bearded dragons

CDC Warns of Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Cucumbers

Wed, 06/05/2024 - 10:44
CDC Warns of Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Cucumbers

CDC Confirms Second Human H5 Bird Flu Case in Michigan; Third Case Tied to Dairy Outbreak

Wed, 05/29/2024 - 21:00
A second human case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5) virus infection has been identified in the state of Michigan.

CDC warns of Salmonella outbreaks linked to backyard poultry flocks

Thu, 05/23/2024 - 16:15
CDC warns of Salmonella outbreaks linked to backyard poultry flocks

CDC Reports Second Human Case of H5 Bird Flu Tied to Dairy Cow Outbreak

Tue, 05/21/2024 - 21:00
CDC Reports Second Human Case of H5 Bird Flu Tied to Dairy Cow Outbreak

Readout of CDC Call with State Public Health Partners on H5N1 Influenza Monitoring

Mon, 05/20/2024 - 21:00
In a meeting with public health partners, CDC Principal Deputy Director Nirav D. Shah laid out the agency's recommendations that influenza surveillance systems continue operating at enhanced levels during the summer and to increase the number of positive influenza A virus samples submitted for subtyping to help detect even rare cases of human H5N1 virus infection in the community.

CDC Releases Guidance for Preventing Spread of Infections in Schools to Keep Children Healthy and Learning

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 07:24
Today, CDC released consolidated, evidence-based guidance for preventing the spread of infections in K-12 schools.

CDC unveils newly revamped CDC.gov

Wed, 05/15/2024 - 21:00
CDC unveils newly revamped CDC.gov

Statement from CDC Chief Medical Officer Dr. Deb Houry on 2023 Overdose Death Data

Wed, 05/15/2024 - 07:02
Today's data showing a decrease in drug overdoses over the 12-month period through December 2023 is heartening news for our nation and demonstrates we are making progress to prevent deaths from drug overdoses.