The eradication of polio is an important priority for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). We are closer than ever to eradicating polio and it is critical that we take advantage of this opportunity.

Resources Available for Local and State Public Health Officials: Preparing for and Responding to Bombing Events

Resources Available for Local and State Public Health Officials: Preparing for and Responding to Bombing Events

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The World Health Organization and CDC China, along with U.S. CDC are working together to investigate the avian influenza A (H7N9) virus cases detected in China. At this time, no cases of human infection with avian influenza A (H7N9) viruses have been detected in the United States. During this COCA Conference Call, a CDC subject matter expert will provide an update on the current H7N9 situation in China, review interim avian influenza A (H7N9) recommendations for clinicians and state and local health departments related to case investigation, testing, infection control, and treatment, and discuss what CDC is doing to closely monitor the situation. Dial in Number: 1-888-233-9077; Passcode 2082221

James Vaughan, the creative mastermind behind the new mobile app Plague Inc. spoke at CDC last month. Find out what Vaughan had to say, how he developed the Plague Inc, and what he has coming up next.

After flooding, identify and throw away food that may not be safe to eat. Throw away any food that may have come in contact with flood or storm water. Throw away food that has an unusual odor, color, or texture; If the power has been off for 4 hours or more, throw away foods in your refrigerator. Throw away any canned foods that are bulging, opened, or damaged. When in doubt, throw it out. Learn more about food safety following a flood.

The eradication of polio is an important priority for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). We are closer than ever to eradicating polio and it is critical that we take advantage of this opportunity.

Nationwide Shortage of Tuberculin Skin Test Antigens: CDC Recommendations for Patient Care and Public Health Practice

Nationwide Shortage of Tuberculin Skin Test Antigens: CDC Recommendations for Patient Care and Public Health Practice

Pay attention to flood watches and warnings. Follow local safety instructions and take steps to protect you and your family.

Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity (COCA) Email Updates for April 8, 2013

The eradication of polio is an important priority for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). We are closer than ever to eradicating polio and it is critical that we take advantage of this opportunity.

Human Infections with Novel Influenza A (H7N9) Viruses

Human Infections with Novel Influenza A (H7N9) Viruses

Love to cook? Check out the Emergency Kit CookOff, a nationwide challenge that puts your creativity and emergency food supply to the test.

Do you have flood insurance? Call an insurance agent to ask about flood insurance.

The eradication of polio is an important priority for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). We are closer than ever to eradicating polio and it is critical that we take advantage of this opportunity.

The New York City Office of Emergency Management (OEM) has instituted the Partners in Preparedness program designed to help organizations in the New York City metro area better prepare their employees, services, and facilities and develop a trusted communication system before disaster strikes.

Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity (COCA) Email Updates for March 25, 2013