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    Sep 16

    cases declined in most states in the last 7 days, but COVID-19 is widespread in many areas, particularly in the upper Great Plains, Midwest, and South. Six states reported over 10,000 new cases in the last week. See more data: .

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  2. 23 minutes ago

    Laboratory professionals: Does your lab have a continuity of operations plan (COOP) for emergency situations? Take CDC's course: .

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  3. 49 minutes ago

    Have a concern about your child’s development? This new video in American Sign Language provides information on how to help your child. Talk with your child’s doctor, share your concerns and ask about developmental screening and services that may help.

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  4. 2 hours ago

    Returning to a flooded home? Check for and learn how to safely clean up mold after a disaster.

    Returning home after a flood?
    Check for mold growth. Throw out items that cannot be washed and cleaned with bleach like mattresses, carpeting, and stuffed animals.
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  5. 3 hours ago

    Health Departments: Check out CDC’s guidance, communication resources and training for contact tracing to adapt to your area’s needs: .

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  6. 4 hours ago

    Contact tracing helps protect you, your family, and your community from . Find out more: .

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  7. 4 hours ago

    New : Contact tracing in 2 NC counties finds many people with didn’t report contacts, and many contacts reported couldn’t be reached. In one county, a third of people didn’t report contacts & half the contacts reported couldn’t be reached:

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  8. 5 hours ago

    Do you know someone who smokes to cope with anxiety or depression? Quitting smoking can improve quality of life, so encourage them to call 1-800-QUIT NOW for free help.

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  9. 6 hours ago

    Protect yourself, your family, and your community this fall and winter. Be sure to , your hands, and roll your for a flu vaccine to prevent flu. Learn more about the benefits of flu vaccination: .

    Roll Up Your Sleeve for Your Annual Flu Vaccine
    Getting a flu vaccine is more important than ever during 2020-2021 flu season to protect yourself, your family and your community from flu.
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  10. Retweeted
    Sep 20

    Thinking about traveling? Check out CDC’s tips to avoid getting and spreading in common travel situations:

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  11. Retweeted
    Sep 21

    Is screening right for you? Have an interactive conversation using our new app to get your questions answered:

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    Sep 20

    Watch out for fallen power lines that may be hanging overhead. Never touch a downed power line or anything touching one. Learn more on how to protect yourself from electrical hazards after a disaster.

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    Sep 21

    Do you know the signs of uncommon aging? This , take time to learn more about the signs and symptoms of from : .

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    Sep 19

    Cleaning up after a flood? Wear protective gear—rubber boots, rubber gloves, & goggles—to avoid contact with waters. Afterwards, wash your cleanup clothes separate from uncontaminated clothing in hot water & detergent. Learn more:

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  15. Sep 21

    Know when to delay your travel to of . Check these common situations, and talk to your healthcare provider if you are unsure whether any of these apply to you or your travel companions.

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  16. Sep 21

    As a patient, you can take steps to reduce your risk of . Follow these simple tips to protect yourself and your family: .

    Four Ways to Get Ahead of Sepsis
    Follow these simple steps to reduce your risk of sepsis.
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  17. Sep 21

    Continue to use preventive actions, like washing your hands and wearing a mask, while you clean up or when returning home after Hurricane .

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  18. Sep 21

    The latest CDC report shows the percentage of people testing positive for and of medical visits for symptoms similar to are decreasing or remaining stable nationally, although there has been some regional variation: .

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  19. Sep 21

    Workers: Is it difficult to stay on top of the latest research? CDC has launched the “COVID-19 Science Update,” a series of summaries of new COVID-19 studies on many topics. Access the summaries here: .

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  20. Sep 21

    Now more than ever, it’s important to ask how the people around you are doing. invites you to join in. Start the conversation with help from . (w/ support from )

    #HowRightNow: Conversations Matter.
    Now more than ever, it’s important to ask how the people around you are doing. Share ways you are supporting each other using #HowRightNow.
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  21. Sep 21

    Are you hosting a vaccination clinic? Use this CDC guidance to assist with planning during the pandemic: .

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