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David Schnabel, MD1, Joanna Gaines, PhD2, Duc B. Nguyen, MD3, Douglas H. Esposito, MD2, Alison Ridpath, MD4, Kari Yacisin, MD4, Jose A.

Nilka Ríos Burrows, MPH1, Israel Hora, MS1, Desmond E Williams, MD1, Linda S Geiss, MA1 (Author affiliations at end of text).

CDC is collaborating with the National Ground Water Association to highlight National Ground Water Awareness Week, March 9–15, 2014. Many persons are not aware that much of the water they use flows from below ground to the surface to public water systems and private wells. The National Ground Water Association uses this week to stress the importance of ground water to the health and well-being of humans and the environment (1).

Immunization schedules for infants and children in easy-to-read formats. Cover persons from birth through 6 years. Find out if your child's vaccinations are up to date.

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Shirley K. Chan, MPH1, Lupita R. Thornton1, Karen J.

You may have a strong stomach and your heart may be in the right place, but how well are your kidneys working? If you have risk factors for kidney disease, ask your doctor about getting tested to find out your kidney health.

In the United States, community health workers (CHWs) help us meet our national Healthy People goals by conducting community-level activities and interventions that promote health and prevent diseases and disability. CHWs are trusted, respected members of the community who serve as a bridge between their community members and professionals in the field of health and human services. They provide an important service by establishing and improving relationships between these professionals and members of the community.

Going to another country for spring break? Follow these tips to reduce your risk of illness or injury abroad.

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Success of community-based projects has been thought to hinge on the strength of partnerships between those involved in design and implementation. However, characteristics of successful partnerships have not been fully described, particularly in the context of community-based physical activity promotion.

New Report Cites Benefits of Flu Vaccine Yet More Than Half of Americans Remain Unvaccinated - CDC

Strep throat is a common type of sore throat in children, but it's not very common in adults. Healthcare professionals can do a quick test to determine if a sore throat is strep throat and decide if antibitoics are needed. Proper treatment can help you feel better faster and prevent spreading it to others!

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