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13/11/2026

Don’t buy botulinum toxin from unauthorized sources to DIY your skin injections. These products are not evaluated for safety and effectiveness and could be dangerous or even life-threatening.

CDC has partnered with aesthetic nurse practitioner Brett to raise awareness about the risks of these unregulated products.

What you need to know: https://www.cdc.gov/botulism/prevention/botulinum-toxin-injections.html

DYK: Anyone can get pneumonia, but some people may be at increased risk due to:• Being a certain age (children younger t...
12/11/2026

DYK: Anyone can get pneumonia, but some people may be at increased risk due to:

• Being a certain age (children younger than 5 years old and adults 65 years or older)
• Having certain medical conditions
• Smoking ci******es

Learn how you can lower your risk of pneumonia this World Pneumonia Day:
https://bit.ly/486WjAU

Did you know? Diabetes can damage your eyes over time and cause vision loss or blindness. You can take steps to protect ...
12/11/2026

Did you know? Diabetes can damage your eyes over time and cause vision loss or blindness. You can take steps to protect your vision:
• Get an eye exam at least once a year.
• Manage blood sugar, cholesterol, and blood pressure.
• Get regular physical activity.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3XRl0gT

Veterans often face difficulties that can put them at risk of su***de – including sleep problems, substance use, homeles...
11/11/2026

Veterans often face difficulties that can put them at risk of su***de – including sleep problems, substance use, homelessness, and chronic pain.
Learn about how to support veterans and share available resources about where to turn when support is needed.
The Veterans Crisis Line is available 24/7. Call 988 and press 1, or text 838255.

11/11/2026

For Lung Cancer Awareness Month and are raising awareness about lung cancer prevention and early detection. Former NFL player Brad Edwards shares his personal experience with lung cancer. Together we can tackle lung cancer and help save lives. http://bit.ly/3KMQpMY

Veterans, you don’t have to face a difficult moment alone. For friends, family, and loved ones, a simple check-in can ma...
10/11/2026

Veterans, you don’t have to face a difficult moment alone. For friends, family, and loved ones, a simple check-in can make a difference.

Reach out. Listen. Stay connected. Know where to turn for support.

Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988, then press 1, or text 838255.

If you have a weakened immune system, you’re at higher risk of severe illness and death from viruses spread by mosquitoe...
10/11/2026

If you have a weakened immune system, you’re at higher risk of severe illness and death from viruses spread by mosquitoes and ticks like Powassan, West Nile, and more. Your body might also respond differently after being bitten by an infected mosquito or tick: some people have mild symptoms for weeks or months before developing severe illness.

Keep an eye out for symptoms and take steps to prevent mosquito and tick bites. Prevention is especially important if you live in or are traveling to an area where mosquitoes and ticks are still active this time of year:
✅ Use insect repellent registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
✅ Wear long, loose-fitting pants and long-sleeved shirts.
✅ Check your clothing, body, and pets for ticks. Shower after being outside to help remove unattached ticks. Remove attached ticks as soon as possible.

Current and future healthcare workers: Build your foundational infection control knowledge or refresh yourself on the ba...
10/11/2026

Current and future healthcare workers: Build your foundational infection control knowledge or refresh yourself on the basics with three new online learning modules from CDC’s Project Firstline.

Through interactive, scenario-based learning, the modules help you understand how germs spread in healthcare, why infection control actions work, and how to connect infection control concepts to situations you may encounter while working in healthcare settings.

Explore the new modules and other classroom-ready Project Firstline resources: https://cdc.gov/project-firstline/education-toolkit/self-paced-learning.html

Many health threats cannot be addressed alone.    That’s where the   Health approach comes in. By bringing experts with ...
09/11/2026

Many health threats cannot be addressed alone.

That’s where the Health approach comes in. By bringing experts with different backgrounds together to solve complex issues, we can get the best health outcomes for people, animals, plants, and the environment we live in.

Learn more about One Health: https://www.cdc.gov/one-health/about/index.html

It’s  !   is a germ that causes diarrhea and colitis and can be life-threatening. C. diff infection can affect anyone. M...
09/11/2026

It’s ! is a germ that causes diarrhea and colitis and can be life-threatening. C. diff infection can affect anyone. Most cases occur during or after taking an antibiotic. Learn who is at risk and what symptoms to watch for.

https://www.cdc.gov/c-diff/media/pdfs/FS-Cdiff-PatientsFamilies-508.pdf

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