About Four Steps to Food Safety
AT A GLANCE Following four simple steps at home can help protect you and your loved ones from food poisoning. Prevent food poisoning – Clean, Separate, Cook, and Chill. Prevention steps and strategies Clean: wash your hands and surfaces often. Germs that cause food poisoning can survive in many places and spread around your kitchen. […]
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 […]
Flu Activity Increases While Vaccination Lags
AT A GLANCE This spotlight article was published on November 27, 2023. Flu vaccination coverage among children overall is about 4 percentage points lower than the same time last season, as of November 4, 2023. Coverage among White and Black children is down by about 7 and 6 percentage points respectively. Flu vaccination coverage for […]
Holiday Food Safety Tips
November 18, 2015 by Blog Administrator Holiday meals can be memorable, but it takes more than a great recipe to make those memories happy. Learn how to prepare your meal safely so that your holiday isn’t spent dealing with food poisoning. Below is a list of common food safety mistakes and tips for preventing them. […]
Data on Sports and Recreation Activities
KEY POINTS CDC collects and reports data on sports- and recreation-related TBIs and concussions to understand: how many people are affected, who is most at risk, the leading ways a person may get sports- or recreation-related TBIs or concussions, and whether programs to prevent sports- and recreation-related TBIs and concussions are working. Sports- and recreation-related […]
About Physical Activity
KEY POINTS Physical activity is one of the best things people can do to improve their health. Physical activity is vital for healthy aging. It can help reduce the chances of getting some chronic diseases and prevent early deaths. CDC works with state and local organizations to increase physical activity. Why it matters Active people […]
Prescription Medications to Treat Overweight & Obesity
On this page: What are overweight and obesity? How common are overweight and obesity? How do weight management medications work? Who might benefit from weight management medications? Can children or teenagers take weight management medications? Can medications replace physical activity and healthy eating habits as a way to lose weight? What are the benefits of […]
Urgent Care for Kids
Urgent care centers are a great option for treating sick or injured children. They offer family-friendly care and can treat a wide variety of conditions, including: Colds and flu Ear infections Sinus infections Strep throat Asthma attacks Broken bones and sprains Minor cuts and burns
10 Practical Skills to Learn Before an Emergency
February 7, 2023 by Blog Administrator Personal health preparedness isn’t only about collecting supplies. Level up your emergency preparedness. Learn practical skills you can use to help yourself and others. Here are 10 skills you can learn to prepare for an emergency, in no particular order. How to wash your hands the right way. Washing […]
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 […]