Sepsis is the body's extreme response to an infection. It is a life-threatening emergency. Most cases of sepsis in children & young adults start before a patient goes to the hospital.

This #PediatricSepsisWeek , learn 4 signs to get ahead of sepsis: bit.ly/4cU97fa

#HCPs : National Infant Immunization Week ( #NIIW ) reminds us of the vital role #vaccines can play in protecting patients, including those two years & younger, from vaccine-preventable diseases like polio & measles.

For resources, visit: bit.ly/3TFrlIu

CDC #DiseaseDetectives come from diverse educational backgrounds. The Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) trains officers to investigate outbreaks and become public health leaders.

Learn more about EIS and its disease detectives: bit.ly/4aWYc3m
#CDCEIS24

#STATOFTHEDAY An estimated 8.5 million women ages 15–44 in 2015-2019 had fertility problems of some kind (either impaired fecundity or infertility). bit.ly/43ZvCvc #infertilityawarenessweek

Vaccines are powerful tools to protect those at risk of exposure to mpox. Get both doses of the mpox vaccine for the best protection. If you haven’t gotten your second dose yet, it’s not too late to get it.

Learn more about mpox vaccines: bit.ly/3K0dIjG

#HCPs : Take action to make sure your patients are up to date with routine vaccinations.

Talk to your patients about the importance and benefits of staying up to date on all routinely recommended vaccines. For #NIIW resources, visit: bit.ly/3Zao8ld #iVax2Protect

Today, #CDC and other federal agencies launched the 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention. We’re committed to taking specific actions and together, achieving no lives lost to #suicide . More: hhs.gov/nssp

#SuicidePrevention
@HHSgov @SAMHSAgov Action Alliance

CDC is issuing a Health Alert Network (HAN) Health Advisory to alert clinicians about risks of counterfeit or mishandled botulinum toxin injections.

Clinicians: Read full alert. bit.ly/4aJwfeY

Some germs that grow in water pipes can make you sick if they go up your nose.

To avoid getting sick, never use water straight from the tap to rinse your sinuses: bit.ly/42ieJcO

Infections can put you and your loved ones at risk for a life-threatening condition called sepsis. Some people are at higher risk, including children younger than one.

This #PediatricSepsisWeek , know the signs and symptoms of sepsis: bit.ly/3vFjMcS

Join us at the Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) conference to hear exclusive behind-the-scenes investigative stories! Sessions will be today and Friday for the popular TED-style talks. Registration is open and required for attendance. bit.ly/EISConference #CDCEIS24

Today and every day, we celebrate #EarthDay because protecting the environment also protects animals and people. 🌎

#OneHealth reminds us that we are all connected to one another. By caring for the Earth, we are caring for all. bit.ly/cdcOneHealth

As an Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) officer, Ann investigates disease outbreaks and addresses public health threats.

Learn more about EIS and what being a CDC disease detective is all about: bit.ly/4aWYc3m
#CDCEIS24 #DiseaseDetectives

When a germ gets into your baby’s body, it can multiply – and turn into an infection.

Learn #HowVaccinesWork to help your baby’s immune system fight germs that cause diseases. bit.ly/2DxX886
#NIIW

Public health professionals: Learn how climate change impacts the health of local communities and how health departments can address it in this new training. bit.ly/3v7Qcwr

#CDCLearning #EarthDay

#Parents : Following the #vaccine schedule helps protect children from preventable diseases. National Infant Immunization Week is a reminder to talk to your baby's doctor about staying up to date with vaccines.

More on the vaccine schedule: bit.ly/2GPHp81
#NIIW

Public health professionals: #DYK the stages of the federal grant lifecycle? Learn how to apply for and manage grants and cooperative agreements with this training from CDC and CDC Foundation: bit.ly/3Tx4D6z
#CDCLearning

The latest MMWR Weekly Briefing is live. Topics include: sickle cell disease in newborns, an increase in tuberculosis cases in the U.S., and more.

Listen and subscribe: bit.ly/MMWRPodcast
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