Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

This fall and winter, here’s what you need to know about the updated COVID-19 vaccine. ➡️ Vaccination is the best protection against COVID-19-related hospitalization and death. Vaccination also reduces your risk of developing Long COVID.   If you have not received a COVID-19 vaccine in the past 2 months, get an updated COVID-19 vaccine to protect yourself this fall and winter. https://bit.ly/3XBO2Q7

Clinicians and public health professionals in the Pacific Islands: A new study found that women in the U.S.-Affiliated Pacific Islands have lower rates of breast cancer compared to women in the U.S. However, women in this region are more likely to be diagnosed at a late stage when cancer is harder to treat. Expanding access to timely breast cancer screenings, diagnosis, and treatment could find cancers earlier and improve survival in the USAPI. Read the study to understand breast cancer rates in the USAPI: https://bit.ly/3TJquYq

HCPs: You play a critical role in slowing and preventing the spread of respiratory viruses this season. Have informed discussions with your patients about their options for protecting themselves from illnesses. CDC has developed resources to help make these conversations easier to have including: - Easy-to-use chart for who can receive which immunization - Community-based respiratory data - Recommendations for vaccination reminders - Antiviral treatment option summaries - And more: https://bit.ly/3NBOtVW Additionally, CDC created this 2-minute animated video that helps you decide which immunizations to recommend to your patients this fall and winter virus season. Use the video in your clinic and share it with your colleagues. https://bit.ly/40fdHAR

Local injury prevention professionals: You can use syndromic surveillance data to monitor drowning injuries in near-real time and inform prevention efforts. A new article in Injury Epidemiology describes how this was done in Houston: https://bit.ly/3zUohT5

HCPs: CDC now recommends pneumococcal vaccination for all adults 50 years or older who have: • Never received a pneumococcal vaccine • An unknown pneumococcal vaccination history Read more about the updated adult recommendation: https://bit.ly/4ffqxmR

Arthritis affects 54 million people in the U.S., impacting health and quality of life. Swipe to learn more about who is affected. 🌍   And remember: Being physically active, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding joint injury can help improve arthritis and delay its progression.   Visit our website to learn about self-management education workshops, including physical activity programs, that can support and guide people in improving their arthritis and overall health: https://bit.ly/3XA7HQu

HCPs: In Part 5 of the American Academy of Pediatrics' free 5-part educational series focusing on primary and specialty care for people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), you will learn to: - Identify common social-emotional and behavioral disorders in patients with DMD. - Identify sources of psychosocial support for patients and families. - Explain special education interventions and accommodations. - Summarize the 6 domains of transition care considerations. - Describe ways that healthcare professionals can assist teens and their families in planning their transition to adult years. For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/3vrmUcs

Travelers: Ecuador has been added to the Level 1 Travel Health Notice for Oropouche in the Americas. If you are traveling to affected areas • Take steps to prevent bug bites during travel to protect yourself from Oropouche virus infection. • Prevent bug bites for 3 weeks after travel to avoid possibly spreading the virus to others in the U.S. • If you are pregnant, discuss travel plans, reasons for travel, steps to prevent bug bites, and potential risks with your healthcare provider. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ZzaD28

Do you work with young people? An economic review from the Community Preventive Services Task Force shows the economic benefits of family-based interventions to prevent substance use among youth outweigh intervention costs. These interventions prevent substance use, reduce sexual risk behaviors, and improve mental health symptoms and school-related outcomes among youth. https://bit.ly/48lBYqr

HCPs: Research has shown that proper storage and handling plays a vital role in maintaining the quality and safety of breast milk.  Help parents keep their babies safe by sharing this critical information. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4etCXaB