Ear Infection Basics
KEY POINTS Is your child’s ear hurting? It could be an ear infection. Some ear infections, in particular some middle ear infections, need antibiotic treatment, but many can get better without antibiotics. Talk to your child’s healthcare provider about the best treatment. Overview Children are more likely than adults to get ear infections. There are […]
Calcium and Vitamin D: Important for Bone Health
The foods we eat contain a variety of vitamins, minerals, and other important nutrients that help keep our bodies healthy. We need to get enough of two nutrients in particular, calcium and vitamin D, to help keep our bones strong. What does calcium do for our bones? Calcium is a mineral. Our bodies contain many […]
Sports Injuries
Overview of Sports Injuries The term “sports injury” refers to the kinds of injuries that most commonly occur during sports or exercise, but they are not limited to athletes. Factory workers get tennis elbow, painters get shoulder injuries, and gardeners develop tendinitis, even though they may not participate in sports. Ultimately, however, “sports injuries” refers to […]
Definition & Facts of Bladder Infection in Adults
In this section: What is a bladder infection? Does bladder infection have another name? How common are bladder infections? Who is more likely to develop a bladder infection? What are the complications of a bladder infection? What is a bladder infection? A bladder infection is an illness most often caused by bacteria that enter your bladder and […]
Summer Swim Safety
AT A GLANCE Drowning is preventable. Follow these key prevention tips: learn how to swim and teach children how to swim, supervise children closely and constantly when they are in or near water, properly fence home swimming pools, and wear a properly fitted life jacket. Leading cause of death Drowning is a leading cause of […]
Fungal Meningitis Outbreak Associated with Procedures Performed under Epidural Anesthesia in Matamoros, Mexico
Español (Spanish) Print This page was last updated on 10/27/23. Updates will be made as new information becomes available. On This Page Background At Risk Important Points What to Expect Information for Healthcare Providers Interim Recommendations for Diagnosis and Management of Cases (Last updated 7/18/2023) Information for Health Departments Number of Cases Findings and Investigations […]
Acute Ankle Sprain
Scott W. Melanson; Victoria L. Shuman. Author Information and Affiliations Last Update: May 23, 2023. Go to: Continuing Education Activity Acute ankle sprains are commonly seen in both primary care practices and emergency departments and can result in significant short-term morbidity, recurrent injuries, and functional instability. Appropriate initial evaluation and treatment can decrease the likelihood […]
The Fungus Among Us
Recognizing and Treating Fungal Infections En español Send us your comments (link sends e-mail) Bacteria and viruses are well-known causes of illness. But did you know that certain types of fungi can also make you sick? Most fungi are harmless to people. We even eat some, like mushrooms. But some fungi can cause skin problems, […]
A Burning Issue – Handling Household Burns
En español Send us your comments (link sends e-mail) Accidental burns can happen just about anywhere in your home, and they’re not always caused by fire. You might get burned by spilling coffee in your lap, touching a hot iron, or misusing certain cleaning products. Burns are skin or tissue damage, usually caused by heat. […]
Drowning Prevention
Drowning Prevention CDC’s Injury Center Uses Data and Research to Save Lives Our Mission CDC is uniquely positioned to lead data-driven drowning prevention strategies, focusing on groups at increased risk of drowning. Some groups have a higher risk of drowning Limited access to basic swimming and water safety training may contribute to disparities. For people […]