Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

This fall and winter, here’s what you need to know about the updated COVID-19 vaccine. ?? Vaccination is the best protection against COVID-19-related hospitalization and death. Vaccination also reduces your risk of developing Long COVID. ? If you have not received a COVID-19 vaccine in the past 2 months, get an updated COVID-19 vaccine to protect yourself this fall and winter. https://bit.ly/3XBO2Q7

Arthritis affects 54?million people in the U.S., impacting health and quality of life. Swipe to learn more about who is affected.??? ? And remember: Being physically active, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding joint injury can help improve arthritis and delay its progression. ? Visit our website to learn about self-management education workshops, including physical activity programs, that can support and guide people in improving their arthritis and overall health:?https://bit.ly/3XA7HQu

HCPs: In Part 5 of the American Academy of Pediatrics' free 5-part educational series focusing on primary and specialty care for people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), you will learn to: - Identify common social-emotional and behavioral disorders in patients with DMD. - Identify sources of psychosocial support for patients and families. - Explain special education interventions and accommodations. - Summarize the 6 domains of transition care considerations. - Describe ways that healthcare professionals can assist teens and their families in planning their transition to adult years. For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/3vrmUcs

Travelers: Ecuador has been added to the Level 1 Travel Health Notice for Oropouche in the Americas. If you are traveling to affected areas ? Take steps to prevent bug bites during travel to protect yourself from Oropouche virus infection. ? Prevent bug bites for 3 weeks after travel to avoid possibly spreading the virus to others in the U.S. ? If you are pregnant, discuss travel plans, reasons for travel, steps to prevent bug bites, and potential risks with your healthcare provider. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ZzaD28

Do you work with young people? An economic review from the Community Preventive Services Task Force shows the economic benefits of family-based interventions to prevent substance use among youth outweigh intervention costs. These interventions prevent substance use, reduce sexual risk behaviors, and improve mental health symptoms and school-related outcomes among youth. https://bit.ly/48lBYqr

HCPs: Research has shown that proper storage and handling plays a vital role in maintaining the quality and safety of breast milk.? Help parents keep their babies safe by sharing this critical information. Learn more:?https://bit.ly/4etCXaB

A CDC study shows that RSV vaccines are up to 80% effective at reducing hospitalization and emergency room visits in older adults. This finding supports CDC’s recommendation to vaccinate older adults against RSV. RSV hospitalizes up to 160,000 older adults every year. Read The Lancet article here: https://bit.ly/4hl4HR2

Healthcare providers: Screen all your patients for HIV and help those who test positive start antiretroviral therapy (ART) as soon as possible. When you link your newly diagnosed patients to HIV treatment and care services, they can quickly start ART and live longer, fuller, healthier lives. Visit HIV Nexus to learn more about how ART can help your patients: https://bit.ly/3y2dqWe

Pediatricians: Join CDC’s blood disorders webinar to learn about diagnosing and managing thalassemia in pediatric patients. Register here: https://bit.ly/3bEjC7p

During Health Literacy Month, we invite our state and local public health partners to put health literacy into action. Here are 3 tips to help get you started! Learn more at: https://bit.ly/403H0GF