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    Aug 15

    Start the school year off right by avoiding common mistakes when buckling your children. Learn more: .

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  2. 2 hours ago

    Want to know why you shouldn’t wash chicken? Watch where the germs go in this new CDC video.

    Washing Chicken Spreads Germs
    Washing chicken doesn't get rid of germs. Cook chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F to kill germs. Use a food thermometer to check.
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  3. 3 hours ago

    Answer: It’s a mosquito! Mosquitoes spread germs like West Nile virus & malaria that can make you sick. Use insect repellent to prevent mosquito bites.

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  4. 4 hours ago

    Did you know there are different vaccines you need throughout your life? Use CDC’s adult assessment tool to help determine which ones you may need and then talk to your healthcare professional to make sure you are up to date.

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  5. 5 hours ago

    Can you guess the animal? It spreads germs like West Nile virus, Zika virus, malaria, and yellow fever virus through its bites. Leave your answer in the comments!

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  6. 6 hours ago

    Public health professionals & students: Watch encore on adolescent health today at 1pm ET. Go as CDC’s Dr. Phoebe Thorpe and Dr. Kathleen Ethier discuss the importance of making adolescent health a priority.

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  7. 24 hours ago

    It’s ! Remember to remove your contact lenses before you go to sleep and only store them in fresh lens solution.

    Revitalize Your Eyes
    Give your eyes a break, take out contact lenses before sleeping.
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  8. Aug 19

    “Humbling” is one word CDC disease detective Amy Heinzerling uses to describe fighting the outbreak. Amy works with authorities to strengthen screening for sick travelers. Read more about how CDC supports partners in fighting the outbreak:

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  9. Aug 19

    TOMORROW, August 20 from 1– 3 pm EDT: Join MMWR’s Reddit Ask Science chat with CDC Medical Dr. Jennifer Cope, who will answer questions about contact lenses and healthy wear and care habits.

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  10. Aug 19

    New report: one third of contact lens wearers reported never hearing any lens care recommendations, while most eye care providers said they mention key recommendations to patients always or most of the time. Learn more:

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  11. Aug 19

    Say cheese! It’s ! Grab a camera and capture your child reach their developmental milestones. Find out which milestones to look for by visiting: .

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    Aug 19

    New! Update to CDC report on . Improving antibiotic prescribing and use protects patients, effectively treats infections, and combats .

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    Aug 19

    Join CDC and for a Facebook Live about healthy contact lens wear and care today at 2pm EDT.

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  14. Aug 19

    Parents: The vaccination schedule has been rigorously studied to help protect your little ones before they are exposed to life-threatening diseases. Are your children up to date? Find out here: .

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  15. Aug 16

    Thinking about getting pregnant? Blood clots can happen during pregnancy. Pregnant women are 5 times more likely to develop a blood clot than women who are not pregnant. Know your risks for a to prepare for a safe and healthy pregnancy.

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  16. Aug 16

    Children ages 4 through 6 need additional doses of some vaccines, as well as a flu vaccine every year. If your child has missed any , ask your child’s doctor about catch-up vaccinations. Learn what vaccines your child may need.

    Ask your child’s doctor about catch-up vaccinations.
    Learn what vaccines your child may need.
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  17. Aug 16

    Contact Lens Health Week is almost here. You only have one pair of eyes, so take care of them! Taking proper care of your contact lenses can help you see better and keep your eyes healthy.

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  18. Aug 16

    During the transition to adulthood, health & safety issues such as violence, substance use, & sexual risk behaviors can adversely affect adolescents and young adults. Watch 8/20 at 1pm ET for an encore session on adolescent health.

    Adolescent health
    Adolescence: Preparing for Lifelong Health and Wellness
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  19. Aug 16

    Public Health Agencies: NNDSS announces the availability of new message mapping guides for sending your trichinellosis and babesiosis diseases case notifications to CDC. Learn more: .

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  20. Aug 16

    Obesity now affects 17% of all children and adolescents in the U.S., triple the rate from just a generation ago. Just ask “Alexa, launch CDC Health IQ” and play CDC Health trivia on your Amazon Alexa enabled device.

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