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People in state high-risk insurance plans often feel left behind
The federal health law set up new plans that are cheaper and more comprehensive than the older ones run by states but consumers need to go without insurance for six months to qualify.
Author Archive: CDC
Where to find help for a child with ADHD — CDC tips
While ADHD can’t be cured, it can be successfully managed, and there is a wealth of information available that you can access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Eat safely at our end-of-summer fairs
Food at fairs and other outdoor events may not have been properly cleaned, refrigerated or cooked: So take care.
Pool safety tips from the CDC
Stay Safe In and Around Swimming Pools A feature article from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Splashing in a swimming pool is a sure way to have summer fun. But it’s important to make safety a priority to protect children and others in and around the water. Drowning is a leading cause [...]
Having surgery? How to avoid an infection.
Ask your healthcare provider to clean their hands with soap before they examine you or check your wound — and other tips to avoid surgical infections from the CDC.
How to avoid binge drinking over the holidays — CDC
More than 15% of US adults report binge drinking, defined as 5 or more drinks on a single occasion for men or 4 or more drinks on a single occasion for women. Most who binge drink are not alcohol-dependent or alcoholics and often don’t realize the dangers of this sort of drinking.
Zack’s Story: CDC highlights Washington sports concussion law
Sometimes referred to as the shake-it-off law, Zack Lystedt’s story emphasizes why “shaking it off” puts players at risk for serious injury.
CDC: Play it safe when it comes to concussions
CDC’s free “Heads Up” materials provide a comprehensive list of signs and symptoms of concussion as well as steps to take when a concussion is suspected.
CDC warns about H1N1 email scam
Clicking on the email allows a malicious code to be installed on your computer.
Gilda’s Club: Managing Holiday Stress
12/3/09 ‘Tis the Season: Stress Management For Cancer Survivors (And The Rest Of Us) During The Holidays Dr. Bonnie McGregor, from the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, will share scientifically proven stress management techniques that will help you bring your stress level down through cancer, the holidays, and any time. She’ll also talk about why [...]
Special Webcast About the Flu for Pregnant Women and New Moms
U.S. Government’s flu information site www.flu.gov assembled a team of experts to answer questions that pregnant women and new moms might have about the flu.
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