QuickStats: Percentage of Adults with Activity Limitations, by Age Group and Type of Limitation — National Health Interview Survey, United States, 2010*
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Human Orf Virus Infection from Household Exposures — United States, 2009–2011
Rabies Risk Assessment of Exposures to a Bat on a Commercial Airliner — United States, August 2011
Antibodies Cross-Reactive to Influenza A (H3N2) Variant Virus and Impact of 2010–11 Seasonal Influenza Vaccine on Cross-Reactive Antibodies — United States
It gets ugly with ducklings
Spring is here, and what could be cuter than a little fluffy yellow chick or a duckling? Lots of things, because those birds can spread salmonella, which isn’t cute at all.
FluView Influenza-Like Illness Activity Mobile Application
With this application, you can explore influenza-like illness (ILI) activity levels across the US, view ILI trends over several weeks, and get on-demand access to state health department websites for local surveillance information.
First H3N2 Variant Virus Infection Reported For 2012
Tiny turtles
Salmonellosis is an infection from the bacteria Salmonella, which lives in food, water, and animals. In a 13-month period spanning to September, 2011, small turtles were a frequent culprit for spreading this infection.
Nancy-Care: Making Insurance More Affordable for Small Businesses
Nancy is mindful of her business’ expenses, but one thing that she never considered cutting was the health insurance she offers to her employees.
Being active feels good
Researchers at Penn State have found a link between physical activity and feelings. Undergraduate students kept diaries, recording physical activity and end of day feeling states, for eight straight days.
What the Health Law Means for the Latino Community
Across the country, more than 50 million Latinos are part of our communities, classrooms and workplaces. And thanks to the health care law, the Affordable Care Act, an estimated 5.4 million Latinos will gain insurance coverage by 2016 under the new law, according to an issue brief released by HHS today.
Mom’s ecstasy, Baby’s problems
Ecstasy is among the most widely used drugs by young people – so some pregnant women are users. And a study indicates the drug may affect the fetus.
Kicking Off ACOs – Improvements Already In The Works
Accountable Care Organizations reward doctors, hospitals, and other providers based on the quality of care they provide for patients.
Stop bullying
Bullying can be verbal, like name calling, social, to affect reputations and relationships, or even physical, which hurts someone or their possessions. It can happen anywhere, and to anyone. We can help kids understand bullying by talking to them about it and teaching them how to stand up to it safely.