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Acinetobacter [asz?in?ée?toe–back?ter] is a group of bacteria commonly found in soil and water. While there are many types or “species” of Acinetobacter and all can cause human disease, Acinetobacter baumannii [asz?in?ée?toe–back?ter   boe-maa-nee-ie] accounts for about 80% of reported infections.

Bats play an important role in ecosystems; but they are often misunderstood. Learn more about bats and rabies; but be safe; never handle a bat.

A pet's exposure to rabies should be evaluated based on the pet's vaccination status; the type of animal that caused the exposure; and rabies data in the area.

Preventing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) is a winnable battle. HAIs affect patient lives and add to our growing healthcare costs.

Links and Information on Domestic Animal Rabies Surveillance in the US (2014)

The Sexually Transmitted Disease Surveillance 2009 Report provides national surveillance data for the reportable sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis.

Preventing obesity is a winnable battle. Excess weight contributes to many of the leading causes of death in the United States, including heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and some types of cancer.