Where to Go for Current Disease Information
It’s important to know where to find the latest information on contagious diseases, especially in the event of a serious outbreak of a condition that’s new or rare, such as severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS).
Some helpful resources for disease information include:
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: A part of the U.S. government, the CDC tracks contagious diseases and works to control or prevent outbreaks. For example, the CDC has regular updates about the type and magnitude of the flu in the U.S. every year.
- Your state health department: For the latest local disease information, your state health department is a useful resource. State health departments work with the CDC to investigate and monitor causes of disease and many types of disease.
- Your clinician: If you have questions about any types of disease or about vaccinations for children and adults, your clinician can give you information about symptoms, risk factors, and how to protect yourself and your family.
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