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Antibiotics can be life saving, but they aren't always the answer.

Over one billion people, or approximately 15 percent of the world’s population, live with a disability1. Learn how technology can help improve the well-being and inclusion of people with disabilities in every aspect of life

Prepare for a safe and healthy study abroad experience by following CDC's travel health tips for students.

If you have epilepsy, you also are more likely to have other health issues. Reduce your risk of other health problems by getting recommended screenings and services, eating a healthy diet, exercising safely, and managing your epilepsy well.

Arthritis is one of the most common causes of disability. Four strategies can help people with arthritis thrive.

Any vaccine can cause side effects. For the most part these are minor (for example, a sore arm or low-grade fever) and go away within a few days. Listed below are vaccines licensed in the United States and side effects that have been associated with each of them.

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Influenza (flu) vaccines are recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older. Scientific studies and ongoing monitoring continue to show that flu vaccines are safe for use and offer the best defense modern medicine currently has at its disposal to protect against the flu and its serious complications.

Babies need protection from whooping cough because this disease can make them very sick and is very contagious. You can protect babies from whooping cough by getting your vaccine and making sure your baby gets his vaccines.

Information about Avian Influenza A (H7N9) - CDC