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Federal, state, and local response to Lassa fever case in Iowa - the first such case in the U.S. in eight years - helps inform preparedness for future outbreaks. bit.ly/4jiR05f

Flu can cause severe disease. The 2024-25 flu season had the highest recorded flu hospitalization rate. Last season, 17% of people hospitalized with flu were admitted to the intensive care unit & 3% died in the hospital, similar to past seasons' estimates: bit.ly/4m6E6Ig

With no vaccine or medicine available to prevent/treat #GuineaWorm, ending this disease depends on innovative strategies & actions. Learn more about CDC, @CarterCenter, & other 🔑 partner efforts in curbing infections & moving closer to 0 cases worldwide: bit.ly/4qoSQ82

Clinicians can save lives from rare welder’s anthrax by quickly recognizing symptoms, risk factors & treatment options. Employers can learn which worksite actions lower disease risk for metalworkers & welders: bit.ly/4qz7IRy

#ICYMI The health of U.S. caregivers continued to be worse than adults without caregiving responsibilities in 13 critical areas of chronic disease, mental health, and health behaviors. Uncover more insights from CDC's 2024 report: bit.ly/mm7334a2

📊 New study: Only about 1 in 4 U.S. women of reproductive age (18-44) meet the recommended Physical Activity Guidelines. Staying active is important for both physical and mental health. More: bit.ly/4pCZEin #Fitness #Health #ActivePeople

Coal workers’ pneumoconiosis is an occupational lung disease that causes worsening lung function. It caused or contributed to almost 2,000 deaths in 2020-23. Deaths were highest among workers in industries like mining, construction, & manufacturing: bit.ly/4qgyb6c

Only about 1 in 4 U.S. women ages 18 to 44 meet the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. Let’s #getmoving for our health – physical and mental!💪✨💪Tag a friend to join you! 👯 cdc.gov/MovingMatters

Coal workers’ pneumoconiosis (CWP) caused or contributed to almost 2,000 deaths in 2020-2023. Workers in certain industries and occupations may be at higher risk. Consider work history in those with possible CWP. Learn more: bit.ly/4qgyb6c

A rabies outbreak in livestock linked to a skunk led to costly human medical care & a significant delay in sales. Farmers and veterinarians in areas with high levels of wild rabies may consider preventive vaccination for high-value animals. Learn more: bit.ly/4oNjV3r

CDC recommends the 2025-26 COVID-19 vaccine for people ages 6 months & older based on individual-based decision making. Parents of children ages 6 months to 17 years should discuss the benefit of COVID-19 vaccination with a healthcare provider. Learn more: bit.ly/4rQbeZ7

A rabies outbreak in livestock linked to a skunk led to costly human medical care and a significant delay in sales. Farmers and veterinarians in areas with high levels of wild rabies may consider preventive vaccination for high-value animals. Learn more: bit.ly/4oNjV3r

42 patients in 3 countries had Paraburkholderia in clinical cultures, environmental bacteria that don't typically cause human infection. Cases were linked to a contaminated nonsterile ultrasound gel that was inappropriately used before invasive procedures. bit.ly/48RliZk

#HCPs: New CDC study shows that 2024–25 COVID-19 vaccines provided children with protection against COVID-19-associated emergency department and urgent care visits. Talk to parents about the benefits of an updated COVID-19 vaccine. bit.ly/4rS0RUO

Learn more about when to consult public health officials to assess rabies risks before or immediately after organ or tissue donation: bit.ly/3KiFYkB

Report describes flu antiviral treatment of hospitalized children & adolescents with flu declined from the 2017–18 to 2023–24 season. #HCPs: Treat children & adolescents hospitalized with suspected or confirmed flu with flu antivirals ASAP. Earn Free CE: medscape.org/viewarticle/10…

A transplant recipient died from rabies after getting a kidney from an infected donor. Clinicians and transplant teams: Learn more about the case and when to consult public health officials to assess rabies risks. Learn more: bit.ly/3KiFYkB

Public health investigators: Walnuts can be contaminated with STEC and cause illness. Consider walnuts as a possible vehicle when assessing future outbreaks. bit.ly/3JSNzpW

DIY injection of botulinum toxin is dangerous. Learn about three people who became severely ill with suspected botulism after injecting themselves with botulinum toxin purchased online. Read the report: bit.ly/48qfNk6