A weekly, one-minute podcast series from the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, MMWR. http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/ http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/media/iTunes_MinuteofHealth_600x600.jpg http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/ 600 600 en-US imtech@cdc.gov (imtech) CDC's weekly, one-minute podcast series from the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, MMWR. A weekly, one-minute podcast series from the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, MMWR. 0 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) MMWR podcasts@cdc.gov MMWR Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report CDC public health One in eight adults over 60 report increased confusion or memory loss over the past year. This podcast discusses cognitive decline among older adults. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8628510 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8628510 Thu, 16 May 2013 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No One in eight adults over 60 report increased confusion or memory loss over the past year. This podcast discusses cognitive decline among older adults. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Alzheimer's Disease Vision problems can impact many daily activities, from reading and driving a car to preparing a meal and exercising. This podcast discusses the importance of regular eye exams. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8628431 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8628431 Thu, 09 May 2013 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Vision problems can impact many daily activities, from reading and driving a car to preparing a meal and exercising. This podcast discusses the importance of regular eye exams. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Vision Health Initiative, Eye and Vision Health Only one in five Americans is getting enough exercise, partially because communities aren’t walkable. This podcast discusses walkable communities. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8628340 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8628340 Thu, 02 May 2013 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Only one in five Americans is getting enough exercise, partially because communities aren’t walkable. This podcast discusses walkable communities. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Physical Activity Parents can protect the health of their children by making sure they’re up-to-date on all recommended vaccines. This podcast discusses the importance of childhood immunization. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8628122 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8628122 Thu, 18 Apr 2013 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Parents can protect the health of their children by making sure they’re up-to-date on all recommended vaccines. This podcast discusses the importance of childhood immunization. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Vaccination, Immunization A recent study found an increase in self-reported high blood pressure among U.S. adults, and an increase in the use of medications to control high blood pressure. This podcast discusses the importance of controlling high blood pressure. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627964 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627964 Thu, 04 Apr 2013 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No A recent study found an increase in self-reported high blood pressure among U.S. adults, and an increase in the use of medications to control high blood pressure. This podcast discusses the importance of controlling high blood pressure. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Hypertension, High Blood Pressure Over 90 percent of diabetes cases are type 2. This podcast discusses risk factors and prevention methods for type 2 diabetes. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627848 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627848 Thu, 28 Mar 2013 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Over 90 percent of diabetes cases are type 2. This podcast discusses risk factors and prevention methods for type 2 diabetes. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Diabetes At least three and a half million people in the U.S. sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI), either with or without other injuries. This podcast discusses the importance of early diagnosis and treatment of brain injuries. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627737 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627737 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No At least three and a half million people in the U.S. sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI), either with or without other injuries. This podcast discusses the importance of early diagnosis and treatment of brain injuries. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Traumatic Brain Injury, TBI A recent survey found that during the previous month, seven in 10 U.S. drivers had talked on a cell phone, and nearly one third had read or sent a text or e-mail message while driving. This podcast discusses the dangers of using mobile devices while driving. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627652 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627652 Thu, 14 Mar 2013 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No A recent survey found that during the previous month, seven in 10 U.S. drivers had talked on a cell phone, and nearly one third had read or sent a text or e-mail message while driving. This podcast discusses the dangers of using mobile devices while driving. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Motor Vehicle Injuries Breastfeeding is the best way to ensure that growing babies are getting essential nutrients. This podcast discusses the benefits of breastfeeding. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627396 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627396 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Breastfeeding is the best way to ensure that growing babies are getting essential nutrients. This podcast discusses the benefits of breastfeeding. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Breastfeeding Overall, far too many people 19 and older aren’t getting the vaccines they need and remain unprotected. This podcast discusses the importance of adults being fully vaccinated. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627319 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627319 Thu, 21 Feb 2013 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Overall, far too many people 19 and older aren’t getting the vaccines they need and remain unprotected. This podcast discusses the importance of adults being fully vaccinated. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Vaccines, Immunizations An estimated 48 million foodborne illnesses occur in the US each year. This podcast discusses steps to prevent foodborne illnesses. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627244 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627244 Thu, 14 Feb 2013 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No An estimated 48 million foodborne illnesses occur in the US each year. This podcast discusses steps to prevent foodborne illnesses. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Food Safety Maintaining a healthy weight in childhood can prevent many health-related problems later in life. This podcast discusses what can be done to prevent childhood obesity. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627004 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627004 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Maintaining a healthy weight in childhood can prevent many health-related problems later in life. This podcast discusses what can be done to prevent childhood obesity. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Obesity and Overweight, Childhood, Childhood Overweight and Obesity A recent report highlighted binge drinking among women and girls. This podcast discusses the pitfalls of excessive drinking for young women. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627090 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8627090 Thu, 24 Jan 2013 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No A recent report highlighted binge drinking among women and girls. This podcast discusses the pitfalls of excessive drinking for young women. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Alcohol One in 33 babies in the U.S. is affected by a major birth defect. This podcast discusses contributing factors of birth defects. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626950 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626950 Thu, 17 Jan 2013 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No One in 33 babies in the U.S. is affected by a major birth defect. This podcast discusses contributing factors of birth defects. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Birth Defects Cervical cancer has declined in the U.S., however every year over 12,000 women are diagnosed and 4,000 die. This podcast discusses the importance of Pap testing. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626887 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626887 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Cervical cancer has declined in the U.S., however every year over 12,000 women are diagnosed and 4,000 die. This podcast discusses the importance of Pap testing. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Cervical Cancer, National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. This podcast discusses risk factors for cardiovascular disease, how to control and prevent them. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626696 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626696 Thu, 20 Dec 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. This podcast discusses risk factors for cardiovascular disease, how to control and prevent them. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Heart Disease, Cardiovascular Health The flu season is here and it’s time to get immunized. This podcast discusses the importance of getting vaccinated against the flu. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626650 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626650 Thu, 13 Dec 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No The flu season is here and it’s time to get immunized. This podcast discusses the importance of getting vaccinated against the flu. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Flu Vaccination, Influenza Vaccination Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a major cause of death and disability in the U.S. This podcast discusses treatment options for COPD. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626596 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626596 Thu, 06 Dec 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a major cause of death and disability in the U.S. This podcast discusses treatment options for COPD. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, COPD, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Suffocation is the leading cause of injury death among infants younger than one year old, and many of these deaths have been linked to unsafe sleep environments. This podcast discusses the safest sleep environment for infants. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626492 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626492 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Suffocation is the leading cause of injury death among infants younger than one year old, and many of these deaths have been linked to unsafe sleep environments. This podcast discusses the safest sleep environment for infants. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, SIDS, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Each year, more than 200,000 American women are diagnosed with breast cancer. This podcast discusses the importance of regular breast cancer screenings. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626404 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626404 Thu, 22 Nov 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Each year, more than 200,000 American women are diagnosed with breast cancer. This podcast discusses the importance of regular breast cancer screenings. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Cancer, Breast Cancer When used in excess, energy drinks are associated with negative side effects, including sleep problems, daytime sleepiness, and impaired performance of daily activities. This podcast discusses the dangers of overindulging in energy drinks. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626331 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626331 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No When used in excess, energy drinks are associated with negative side effects, including sleep problems, daytime sleepiness, and impaired performance of daily activities. This podcast discusses the dangers of overindulging in energy drinks. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Recent national data shows that nearly a quarter million people under the age of 20 have diabetes. This podcast discusses the importance of diabetes screening and prevention. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626264 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626264 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Recent national data shows that nearly a quarter million people under the age of 20 have diabetes. This podcast discusses the importance of diabetes screening and prevention. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Diabetes Forgetting the simple task of washing your hands with soap and water can result in severe illness and even death, particularly among young children. This podcast discusses the importance of hand washing. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626036 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8626036 Thu, 25 Oct 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Forgetting the simple task of washing your hands with soap and water can result in severe illness and even death, particularly among young children. This podcast discusses the importance of hand washing. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Handwashing Every day, unintentional injuries account for more than 30 deaths among children under 19. This podcast discusses ways of preventing unintentional injuries among children. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8625730 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8625730 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Every day, unintentional injuries account for more than 30 deaths among children under 19. This podcast discusses ways of preventing unintentional injuries among children. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Injury, Safety, Violence Nearly one million high school students age 16 and older drank alcohol and got behind the wheel in 2011. This podcast discusses the importance of preventing teenagers from drinking and driving. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8625638 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8625638 Thu, 04 Oct 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Nearly one million high school students age 16 and older drank alcohol and got behind the wheel in 2011. This podcast discusses the importance of preventing teenagers from drinking and driving. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Teen Drivers, Motor Vehicle Injuries It is critical for women who are either pregnant or plan to get pregnant during the flu season to get an annual flu vaccine. This podcast discusses pregnant women at risk for the flu. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8625475 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8625475 Thu, 27 Sep 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No It is critical for women who are either pregnant or plan to get pregnant during the flu season to get an annual flu vaccine. This podcast discusses pregnant women at risk for the flu. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Pregnancy, Vaccination Teenagers are at risk for certain diseases that can be prevented through proper and timely immunizations. This podcast discusses four vaccinations recommended for ages 11 and 12. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8625377 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8625377 Thu, 20 Sep 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Teenagers are at risk for certain diseases that can be prevented through proper and timely immunizations. This podcast discusses four vaccinations recommended for ages 11 and 12. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Vaccines, Immunization Uncontrolled hypertension can lead to heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, and kidney disease. This podcast discusses the importance of controlling your blood pressure. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8625299 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8625299 Thu, 13 Sep 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Uncontrolled hypertension can lead to heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, and kidney disease. This podcast discusses the importance of controlling your blood pressure. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Blood Pressure, High Blood Pressure High cholesterol is one of the leading causes of heart disease in the US. This podcast discusses the importance of regular cholesterol screening. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8625237 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8625237 Thu, 06 Sep 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No High cholesterol is one of the leading causes of heart disease in the US. This podcast discusses the importance of regular cholesterol screening. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Cholesterol Trying to quit smoking can be tough. This podcast discusses CDC’s ‘Tips from Former Smokers’ campaign. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8625128 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8625128 Thu, 30 Aug 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Trying to quit smoking can be tough. This podcast discusses CDC’s ‘Tips from Former Smokers’ campaign. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Tobacco Use, Smoking Since the varicella (chicken pox) vaccine was introduced in the US in 1996, the disease is less common. However, a significant number of children are not fully vaccinated. This podcast discusses CDC recommendations for varicella vaccination. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624962 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624962 Thu, 16 Aug 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Since the varicella (chicken pox) vaccine was introduced in the US in 1996, the disease is less common. However, a significant number of children are not fully vaccinated. This podcast discusses CDC recommendations for varicella vaccination. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Varicella Disease, Chickenpox Regular physical activity has many health benefits, including weight control and lowering the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and some cancers. This podcast discusses the benefits of aerobic exercise. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624802 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624802 Thu, 09 Aug 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Regular physical activity has many health benefits, including weight control and lowering the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and some cancers. This podcast discusses the benefits of aerobic exercise. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Physical Activity For the past 50 years, cigarette smoking has steadily declined in the US, but people are now smoking other forms of tobacco in record numbers. This podcast discusses the dangers of all forms of tobacco use. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624868 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624868 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No For the past 50 years, cigarette smoking has steadily declined in the US, but people are now smoking other forms of tobacco in record numbers. This podcast discusses the dangers of all forms of tobacco use. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Lung Cancer Drinking alcohol during pregnancy can have permanent negative health effects on your developing baby. This podcast discusses fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624672 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624672 Thu, 26 Jul 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Drinking alcohol during pregnancy can have permanent negative health effects on your developing baby. This podcast discusses fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome In the United States, deaths attributed to motor-vehicle crashes continue to decline among all age groups. However, car crashes are still the leading cause of death among people 15 to 24 years old. This podcast discusses risk factors for motor vehicle accidents among young people. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624579 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624579 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No In the United States, deaths attributed to motor-vehicle crashes continue to decline among all age groups. However, car crashes are still the leading cause of death among people 15 to 24 years old. This podcast discusses risk factors for motor vehicle accidents among young people. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Motor Vehicle Injuries Arboviruses are usually transmitted by bites of infected mosquitoes and ticks. This podcast discusses the importance of preventing insect bites. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624511 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624511 Thu, 12 Jul 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Arboviruses are usually transmitted by bites of infected mosquitoes and ticks. This podcast discusses the importance of preventing insect bites. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, West Nile Virus Infection, WNV Infection Nearly 4,000 people drown each year and thousands more are treated in emergency departments. This podcast discusses ways to prevent drowning. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624284 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624284 Thu, 21 Jun 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Nearly 4,000 people drown each year and thousands more are treated in emergency departments. This podcast discusses ways to prevent drowning. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Swimming, Water, Recreational The use of technology while driving poses yet another risk for teenagers. This podcast discusses the importance of warning teens against texting and/or emailing while driving, and discusses other risky behavior. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624210 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624210 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No The use of technology while driving poses yet another risk for teenagers. This podcast discusses the importance of warning teens against texting and/or emailing while driving, and discusses other risky behavior. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, YRBSS, Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System Staying healthy and safe while swimming isn’t just about knowing how to swim; avoiding waterborne diseases is also a priority. Chlorine and other pool disinfectants don’t kill germs instantly. This podcast discusses how to help keep germs out of pools. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624040 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624040 Thu, 31 May 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Staying healthy and safe while swimming isn’t just about knowing how to swim; avoiding waterborne diseases is also a priority. Chlorine and other pool disinfectants don’t kill germs instantly. This podcast discusses how to help keep germs out of pools. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Swimming, Water, Recreational Protegerse la piel del sol debe ser una prioridad para usted. Este podcast habla sobre la importancia de usar un bloqueador solar de amplio espectro con un factor de protección solar o SPF de 15 o más para ayudar a reducir su riesgo de cáncer de piel. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624022 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8624022 Tue, 29 May 2012 07:00:00 EST 00:01:18 MMWR No Protegerse la piel del sol debe ser una prioridad para usted. Este podcast habla sobre la importancia de usar un bloqueador solar de amplio espectro con un factor de protección solar o SPF de 15 o más para ayudar a reducir su riesgo de cáncer de piel. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Skin Cancer Millions of Americans have undiagnosed problems with their eyes. This podcast discusses the importance of early detection of eye problems. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623988 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623988 Thu, 24 May 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Millions of Americans have undiagnosed problems with their eyes. This podcast discusses the importance of early detection of eye problems. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Vision Health Initiative, Eye and Vision Health Protecting skin from the sun should be a priority. This podcast discusses the importance of using a broad spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher helps reduce your risk of skin cancer. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623905 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623905 Thu, 17 May 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Protecting skin from the sun should be a priority. This podcast discusses the importance of using a broad spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher helps reduce your risk of skin cancer. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Skin Cancer Nearly 34,000 HPV-associated cancers are diagnosed each year and two-thirds occur in women. This podcast discusses HPV prevention. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623830 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623830 Thu, 10 May 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Nearly 34,000 HPV-associated cancers are diagnosed each year and two-thirds occur in women. This podcast discusses HPV prevention. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Human Papillomavirus Infection, HPV Infection If you feel tired and struggle to make it through the work day, you might not be getting enough rest. This podcast discusses the importance of getting enough sleep. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623754 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623754 Thu, 03 May 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No If you feel tired and struggle to make it through the work day, you might not be getting enough rest. This podcast discusses the importance of getting enough sleep. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Sleep and Sleep Disorders CDC recommends that children under two years of age receive vaccines to protect against 14 diseases. This podcast discusses the importance of having children vaccinated. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623687 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623687 Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No CDC recommends that children under two years of age receive vaccines to protect against 14 diseases. This podcast discusses the importance of having children vaccinated. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Vaccination, Immunization Injuries are the leading cause of death among people 19 years and younger in the US. This podcast discusses the importance of protecting children from injuries. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623603 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623603 Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Injuries are the leading cause of death among people 19 years and younger in the US. This podcast discusses the importance of protecting children from injuries. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Children As the weather warms, the chance of getting the common childhood illness, hand, foot, and mouth disease, increases. This podcast discusses transmission, symptoms and treatment options for hand, foot and mouth disease. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623464 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623464 Thu, 05 Apr 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No As the weather warms, the chance of getting the common childhood illness, hand, foot, and mouth disease, increases. This podcast discusses transmission, symptoms and treatment options for hand, foot and mouth disease. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease, HFMD Chicks and ducklings can carry Salmonella and not appear sick, but still spread the germs to people. This podcast discusses how to reduce the risk of salmonella infection in association with chicks and ducklings. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623375 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623375 Thu, 29 Mar 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Chicks and ducklings can carry <i>Salmonella</i> and not appear sick, but still spread the germs to people. This podcast discusses how to reduce the risk of <i>salmonella</i> infection in association with chicks and ducklings. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Salmonella Infection, Salmonellosis In the U.S., kidney disease affects more than 20 million people over the age of 20. Unfortunately, most people don’t even know they have it. This podcast discusses the importance of being tested for kidney disease. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623305 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623305 Thu, 22 Mar 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No In the U.S., kidney disease affects more than 20 million people over the age of 20. Unfortunately, most people don’t even know they have it. This podcast discusses the importance of being tested for kidney disease. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Kidney Disease, Chronic Kidney Disease Medication poisonings are among the leading reasons for emergency department visits for children under five years of age. This podcast discusses the proper use of child-resistant packaging, the importance of keeping drugs secured, and what to do if you think a child has been poisoned. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623226 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623226 Thu, 15 Mar 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Medication poisonings are among the leading reasons for emergency department visits for children under five years of age. This podcast discusses the proper use of child-resistant packaging, the importance of keeping drugs secured, and what to do if you think a child has been poisoned. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Medication Safety More than one third of adults in the U.S. report getting less than the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep each day. This podcast discusses the importance of getting enough sleep. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623143 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8623143 Thu, 08 Mar 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No More than one third of adults in the U.S. report getting less than the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep each day. This podcast discusses the importance of getting enough sleep. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Sleep and Sleep Disorders Smoking is the primary cause of COPD, the third leading cause of death in the United States . This podcast discusses other factors of COPD and encourages those suffering from breathing problems to see their health care providers. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622956 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622956 Thu, 01 Mar 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Smoking is the primary cause of COPD, the third leading cause of death in the United States . This podcast discusses other factors of COPD and encourages those suffering from breathing problems to see their health care providers. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, COPD, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Because expectant mothers are at increased risk for severe complications from influenza, CDC recommends they get an annual flu vaccine. This podcast discusses the importance of the flu vaccine for those who are pregnant. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622834 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622834 Thu, 23 Feb 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Because expectant mothers are at increased risk for severe complications from influenza, CDC recommends they get an annual flu vaccine. This podcast discusses the importance of the flu vaccine for those who are pregnant. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Flu, Seasonal, Seasonal Flu One of the best ways to make sure your child is healthy, is to make sure they are fully vaccinated. This podcast discusses the importance of children and adolescents receiving their recommended vaccinations. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622789 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622789 Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No One of the best ways to make sure your child is healthy, is to make sure they are fully vaccinated. This podcast discusses the importance of children and adolescents receiving their recommended vaccinations. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Vaccination, Immunization Approximately nine out of 10 people in the U.S. consume too much salt. Excessive sodium consumption increases blood pressure, which is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. This podcast discusses the importance of decreasing sodium intake. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622731 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622731 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Approximately nine out of 10 people in the U.S. consume too much salt. Excessive sodium consumption increases blood pressure, which is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. This podcast discusses the importance of decreasing sodium intake. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Salt Many adults aren’t getting the recommended vaccines. This podcast discusses the importance of adult vaccines. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622615 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622615 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Many adults aren’t getting the recommended vaccines. This podcast discusses the importance of adult vaccines. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Vaccines, Immunization Breast, cervical, and colorectal cancers cause more than 100,000 deaths each year. This podcast discusses the importance of cancer screenings. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622515 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622515 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Breast, cervical, and colorectal cancers cause more than 100,000 deaths each year. This podcast discusses the importance of cancer screenings. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Cancer About 80,000 people die each year from complications related to drinking too much. This podcast discusses the risk factors associated with binge drinking. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622476 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622476 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No About 80,000 people die each year from complications related to drinking too much. This podcast discusses the risk factors associated with binge drinking. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Alcohol Each year in the U.S., nearly 40,000 infants are born with a heart defect. This podcast discusses maternal risk factors for having a baby with a heart defect and simple precautions women can take before and during pregnancy to decrease their chance of having a baby with a heart defect. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622408 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622408 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Each year in the U.S., nearly 40,000 infants are born with a heart defect. This podcast discusses maternal risk factors for having a baby with a heart defect and simple precautions women can take before and during pregnancy to decrease their chance of having a baby with a heart defect. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Birth Defects Being obese or overweight at an early age increases the risk for developing chronic illnesses, including heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers. This podcast discusses the importance of kids maintaining a healthy weight. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622248 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622248 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Being obese or overweight at an early age increases the risk for developing chronic illnesses, including heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers. This podcast discusses the importance of kids maintaining a healthy weight. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Childhood Overweight and Obesity, Healthy Weight The most important thing you can do to protect yourself during flu season is to get an annual flu vaccine. This podcast shares recommendations for flu vaccination, especially for those at higher risk for complications from the flu. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622167 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622167 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No The most important thing you can do to protect yourself during flu season is to get an annual flu vaccine. This podcast shares recommendations for flu vaccination, especially for those at higher risk for complications from the flu. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Flu, Seasonal, Seasonal Flu, Influenza Vaccination, Flu Vaccination A recent survey found one in three students are eating vegetables less than once a day, and nearly one in four are eating fruit less than once a day. This podcast discusses the importance of a maintaining a healthy diet. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622074 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8622074 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No A recent survey found one in three students are eating vegetables less than once a day, and nearly one in four are eating fruit less than once a day. This podcast discusses the importance of a maintaining a healthy diet. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Nutrition Diabetes affects nearly 26 million people in the US. If not properly treated, it can lead to blindness, kidney failure, and amputation of limbs. This podcast explains the differences between Type 1 diabetes and Type 2 diabetes and their symptoms. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621998 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621998 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Diabetes affects nearly 26 million people in the US. If not properly treated, it can lead to blindness, kidney failure, and amputation of limbs. This podcast explains the differences between Type 1 diabetes and Type 2 diabetes and their symptoms. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Diabetes From 1999 to 2008, nearly two in 10 fatal crashes resulted from a drowsy driver, and in a recent survey, 28 percent of people said they had dozed off while driving in the past year. This podcast discusses the importance of drivers getting enough sleep. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621846 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621846 Thu, 17 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No From 1999 to 2008, nearly two in 10 fatal crashes resulted from a drowsy driver, and in a recent survey, 28 percent of people said they had dozed off while driving in the past year. This podcast discusses the importance of drivers getting enough sleep. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Sleep, Sleep Disorders “The Great American Smokeout” is on November 17 this year. This podcast discusses the importance of quitting smoking. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621785 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621785 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No “The Great American Smokeout” is on November 17 this year. This podcast discusses the importance of quitting smoking. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Smoking and Tobacco Use Strokes are among the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. This podcast discusses the causes and risk factors that put one at risk for a stroke, and encourages lifestyle modifications to reduce chances of suffering a stroke. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621635 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621635 Thu, 03 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Strokes are among the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. This podcast discusses the causes and risk factors that put one at risk for a stroke, and encourages lifestyle modifications to reduce chances of suffering a stroke. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Stroke Too much salt can lead to high blood pressure and increase your risk for heart disease and stroke, two of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. This podcast discusses the importance of watching the consumption of salt in your diet. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621519 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621519 Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Too much salt can lead to high blood pressure and increase your risk for heart disease and stroke, two of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. This podcast discusses the importance of watching the consumption of salt in your diet. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Salt Breast cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer-related death in women in the United States. This podcast discusses the importance of early detection of breast cancer via mammograms. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621437 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621437 Thu, 20 Oct 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Breast cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer-related death in women in the United States. This podcast discusses the importance of early detection of breast cancer via mammograms. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Cancer, Breast Cancer In the US, approximately 50 million people have arthritis; it usually worsens with age. This podcast discusses effective ways to reduce arthritis pain. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621333 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621333 Thu, 13 Oct 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No In the US, approximately 50 million people have arthritis; it usually worsens with age. This podcast discusses effective ways to reduce arthritis pain. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Arthritis Over 200,000 people a year are treated in emergency departments for concussions they received while participating in a sport or recreational activity. This podcast discusses symptoms of a traumatic brain injury and encourages seeking medical attention immediately if a concussion is suspected. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621277 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621277 Thu, 06 Oct 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Over 200,000 people a year are treated in emergency departments for concussions they received while participating in a sport or recreational activity. This podcast discusses symptoms of a traumatic brain injury and encourages seeking medical attention immediately if a concussion is suspected. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Concussion, Traumatic Brain Injury Use of toxic chemicals is not always necessary to stop bed bug infestations. This podcast discusses other safe and effective ways to deal with bed bugs. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621194 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621194 Thu, 29 Sep 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Use of toxic chemicals is not always necessary to stop bed bug infestations. This podcast discusses other safe and effective ways to deal with bed bugs. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Bed Bugs, Cimex lectularius In 2009, over 200,000 kids under age 16 were injured and more than 1,000 died as a result of a crash. This podcast encourages proper use of safety seats and seat belts to help protect children from serious injury or death as a result of motor vehicle accidents. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621147 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621147 Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No In 2009, over 200,000 kids under age 16 were injured and more than 1,000 died as a result of a crash. This podcast encourages proper use of safety seats and seat belts to help protect children from serious injury or death as a result of motor vehicle accidents. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Child Passenger Safety Heart disease and stroke are leading causes of death in the United States. This podcast discusses risk factors for developing heart disease, as well as preventative measures. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621074 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8621074 Thu, 15 Sep 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Heart disease and stroke are leading causes of death in the United States. This podcast discusses risk factors for developing heart disease, as well as preventative measures. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Heart Disease, Cardiovascular Health The overuse of antibiotics has led to the development of resistance among bacteria, making antibiotics ineffective in treating certain conditions. This podcast discusses the importance of talking to your health care provider about whether or not antibiotics will be beneficial, if you’ve been diagnosed with an infectious disease. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8620959 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8620959 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No The overuse of antibiotics has led to the development of resistance among bacteria, making antibiotics ineffective in treating certain conditions. This podcast discusses the importance of talking to your health care provider about whether or not antibiotics will be beneficial, if you’ve been diagnosed with an infectious disease. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Get Smart Campaign, Antibiotic Use-Appropriate Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men. Women are at risk for any of five forms of gynecologic cancer, including cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar. This podcast encourages regular checkups and screening to detect cancers early. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8620904 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8620904 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men. Women are at risk for any of five forms of gynecologic cancer, including cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar. This podcast encourages regular checkups and screening to detect cancers early. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Cancer Although most shots are administered at a very early age, certain vaccines, including catch-up vaccines, are recommended for adolescents. This podcast discusses the importance of consulting with your health-care provider about your adolescent’s immunization schedule. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8620802 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8620802 Thu, 25 Aug 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Although most shots are administered at a very early age, certain vaccines, including catch-up vaccines, are recommended for adolescents. This podcast discusses the importance of consulting with your health-care provider about your adolescent’s immunization schedule. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Vaccination, Immunization Pregnant women and their newborns are at increased risk for severe illness from the flu. This podcast discusses the importance of pregnant women receiving the flu vaccine. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8599001 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8599001 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Pregnant women and their newborns are at increased risk for severe illness from the flu. This podcast discusses the importance of pregnant women receiving the flu vaccine. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Flu Vaccination, Influenza Vaccination Breastfeeding can protect babies from infections, asthma, diabetes, SIDS, and obesity. This podcast discusses the importance of breastfeeding, and ways in which new moms who are having trouble breastfeeding can find support. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8488621 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8488621 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Breastfeeding can protect babies from infections, asthma, diabetes, SIDS, and obesity. This podcast discusses the importance of breastfeeding, and ways in which new moms who are having trouble breastfeeding can find support. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Breastfeeding Getting overheated is one of the leading causes of death and disability among young athletes. This podcast discusses the need for coaches and recreational athletes to be aware of symptoms of overheating and the importance of staying hydrated. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8360755 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8360755 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Getting overheated is one of the leading causes of death and disability among young athletes. This podcast discusses the need for coaches and recreational athletes to be aware of symptoms of overheating and the importance of staying hydrated. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Extreme Heat, Hyperthermia Children under the age of two are especially at risk for flu-related complications. This podcast discusses recommendations from public health experts for vaccination of children six months and older. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8234278 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8234278 Thu, 28 Jul 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Children under the age of two are especially at risk for flu-related complications. This podcast discusses recommendations from public health experts for vaccination of children six months and older. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Influenza Vaccination Viral hepatitis causes inflammation of the liver and can lead to liver failure or liver cancer. Hepatitis A, B, and C are the most common forms of the infection. This podcast discusses the importance of screening and symptoms associated with viral hepatitis. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8101637 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=8101637 Thu, 21 Jul 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Viral hepatitis causes inflammation of the liver and can lead to liver failure or liver cancer. Hepatitis A, B, and C are the most common forms of the infection. This podcast discusses the importance of screening and symptoms associated with viral hepatitis. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Viral Hepatitis Every year, colorectal cancer kills about fifty thousand men and women. This podcast discusses the importance of colorectal cancer screening. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=7959312 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=7959312 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Every year, colorectal cancer kills about fifty thousand men and women. This podcast discusses the importance of colorectal cancer screening. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Cancer Getting pregnant again, soon after giving birth, can be risky for both the expectant mother and her unborn child. This podcast discusses the need for adequate spacing between pregnancies. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=7852229 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=7852229 Thu, 07 Jul 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Getting pregnant again, soon after giving birth, can be risky for both the expectant mother and her unborn child. This podcast discusses the need for adequate spacing between pregnancies. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Unintended Pregnancy Prevention, Birth Control One in four high school students drinks some type of soda each day and nearly two in 10 consume other types of sugar-sweetened drinks one or more times a day. This podcast discusses how sugar-sweetened drinks can lead to excessive weight gain, and encourages drinking water. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=7583393 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=7583393 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No One in four high school students drinks some type of soda each day and nearly two in 10 consume other types of sugar-sweetened drinks one or more times a day. This podcast discusses how sugar-sweetened drinks can lead to excessive weight gain, and encourages drinking water. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Healthy Youth A recent CDC study found that only about one in 10 high school students is getting enough exercise. This podcast discusses the importance of an active lifestyle and healthy diet for teens. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=7478324 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=7478324 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No A recent CDC study found that only about one in 10 high school students is getting enough exercise. This podcast discusses the importance of an active lifestyle and healthy diet for teens. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Physical Activity One of the most common places people sustain injuries is in their own home; many of these injuries occur in the bathroom. This podcast discusses bathroom-related injuries. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=7337001 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=7337001 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No One of the most common places people sustain injuries is in their own home; many of these injuries occur in the bathroom. This podcast discusses bathroom-related injuries. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Injury Safety and Violence Swimmer's ear, or acute otitis externa, is a bacterial infection usually caused by water staying in the outer ear canal for a long time. This podcast discusses symptoms and treatment options for swimmer's ear. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=7213193 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=7213193 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Swimmer's ear, or acute otitis externa, is a bacterial infection usually caused by water staying in the outer ear canal for a long time. This podcast discusses symptoms and treatment options for swimmer's ear. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Recreational Water Illness, RWI More than five million people worldwide die annually from heart attacks, strokes, cancers, and other diseases. They have one thing in common —tobacco. This podcast discusses the health risks associated with using tobacco and encourages quitting all forms of the substance. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=7126084 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=7126084 Thu, 26 May 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No More than five million people worldwide die annually from heart attacks, strokes, cancers, and other diseases. They have one thing in common —tobacco. This podcast discusses the health risks associated with using tobacco and encourages quitting all forms of the substance. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Smoking and Tobacco Use Millions of people in the US have undetected vision problems and eye diseases. This podcast discusses the importance of early detection and timely treatment of vision problems. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=7002228 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=7002228 Thu, 19 May 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Millions of people in the US have undetected vision problems and eye diseases. This podcast discusses the importance of early detection and timely treatment of vision problems. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Eye and Vision Health May 8-14, 2011 is National Women’s Health Week. This podcast discusses how women can improve their chances of living a long, healthy life. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=6879729 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=6879729 Thu, 12 May 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No May 8-14, 2011 is National Women’s Health Week. This podcast discusses how women can improve their chances of living a long, healthy life. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Women's Health Approximately 50 million adults have arthritis and more than 72 million are obese. This podcast discusses how being obese can negatively affect arthritis, and talks about how eating a healthy diet, exercising, and losing weight can help sufferers shape up and feel better. http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=6758621 http://www2c.cdc.gov/podcasts/download.asp?af=h&f=6758621 Thu, 05 May 2011 12:00:00 EST 00:00:59 MMWR No Approximately 50 million adults have arthritis and more than 72 million are obese. This podcast discusses how being obese can negatively affect arthritis, and talks about how eating a healthy diet, exercising, and losing weight can help sufferers shape up and feel better. Health, Public Health, MMWR, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Arthritis