CDC and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recognize the importance of anticipating, monitoring and responding to any potential public health hazards that may affect human health.

Rabies: Haiti Pre-decision Brief for Public Health Action

Hurricane Preparedness Week is May 23 - 29.

People can be exposed to hazardous substances related to the spill by breathing them (air), by swallowing them (food, water), or by touching them (skin).

Diphtheria: Haiti Pre-decision Brief for Public Health Action

An explosion aboard the Deep Water Horizon sinks the drilling rig, causing oil to spill into the Gulf of Mexico.

Malaria: Haiti Pre-decision Brief for Public Health Action

The Eyjafjallajokull volcano erupts in Iceland creating floods in the area and producing high levels of volcanic ash prompting health concerns.

CDC's Office of Public Health Preparedness and Response (OPHPR) has published Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) #CDC-RFA-TP10-1001: Preparedness and Emergency Response Learning Centers (PERLC). U.S. accredited Schools of Public Health are eligible to apply. FAQ are linked from the Training home page.

Coordinating Pediatric Medical Care During an Influenza Pandemic

Hospital 2009 H1N1 Pandemic Influenza Readiness Review Checklist

Diphtheria: Haiti Pre-decision Brief for Public Health Action

Leptospirosis: Haiti Pre-decision Brief for Public Health Action

Tetanus and Neonatal Tetanus: Haiti Pre-decision Brief for Public Health Action

Tuberculosis: Haiti Pre-decision Brief for Public Health Action

Product of a Pediatric Healthcare Response to Pandemic H1N1 Influenza Stakeholder Meeting

Bloody Diarrhea (Dysentery): Haiti Pre-decision Brief for Public Health Action

Malaria: Haiti Pre-decision Brief for Public Health Action

Dengue: Haiti Pre-decision Brief for Public Health Action

Measles: Haiti Pre-decision Brief for Public Health Action