CDC Featured Podcasts (Video)

Our Cultures Are Our Source of Health

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 11:10:00 EST

Wes Studi, Hollywood actor, highlights the wisdom of cultural knowledge to promote health and prevent type 2 diabetes.

Hidden Sodium

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 10:40:00 EST

In this podcast, learn about reducing sodium intake by knowing what to eat and the main sources of sodium in the diet. It's important for a healthy lifestyle.

Dangerous Creatures - A Visit to the CDC Insectary

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 11:10:00 EST

Tour CDC’s insectary with Sofi, a young host, and learn from CDC researchers about mosquitoes and insecticide resistance.

The In-Between People: Community Health Workers in the Circle of Care

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 10:00:00 EST

Community Health Workers in Native American and Latino communities help bridge the gap between communities and the health care system.

Facilitando la salud: haciendo cambios saludables en guarderías infantiles (Making Health Easier: Healthy Changes Start in Preschool)

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 12:00:00 EST

Vea cómo enseñar a los niños hábitos saludables incorporando pequeños cambios que pueden realizarse en cualquier aula.

Making Health Easier: Healthy Changes Start in Preschool

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 14:50:00 EST

This podcast highlights the efforts of one educational organization, Los Angeles Universal Preschool (LAUP), to keep kids healthy at an early age. Childhood obesity now affects about one in six kids and disproportionately affects low-income and minority populations. LAUP teaches kids healthy habits and is incorporating small, healthy changes that can be made in any classroom—like teaching fun dances and providing nutritious snacks.

CDC Recommendations to Reduce the Risk of H3N2v Flu Virus Infection for Fairgoers and Swine Exhibitors

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 14:10:00 EST

In this podcast, Dr. Lyn Finelli discusses CDC’s recommendations for reducing the risk of infection with H3N2v flu viruses for fairgoers and swine exhibitors.

CDC 24/7: Saving Lives, Protecting People

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 08:11:00 EST

24/7, CDC provides health information, responds to public health emergencies and natural disasters, and monitors disease.

Arthritis Pain Reliever

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 14:30:00 EST

Learn more about the benefits of physical activity and the types and amounts of exercise helpful for people with arthritis.

Prevent Infections During Chemotherapy

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 13:00:00 EST

This podcast discusses the importance of preventing infections in cancer patients who are undergoing chemotherapy. Dr. Lisa Richardson, CDC oncologist, talks about a new Web site for cancer patients and their caregivers.

A Message to Health Care Professionals

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 07:10:00 EST

This podcast features teens who urge US health care professionals to talk to teen patients about pregnancy and contraception.

A Change for Life

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:00:00 EST

This podcastdemonstrates how lifestyle change classes can help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by nearly 60 percent in people at high risk.

Be Brave

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 09:00:00 EST

In this 60-second podcast, gynecologic cancer survivor, Jenny Allen, urges women to see a doctor if symptoms last two weeks or more.

The Obesity Epidemic

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 10:04:00 EST

Learn about obesity and the community initiatives taking place to prevent and reduce this epidemic.

Salt Matters: Preserving Choice, Protecting Health (Long Version)

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 09:00:00 EST

This video presents information about salt as a major contributor to high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke.

Put Your Hands Together

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 16:30:00 EST

In this podcast, learn how to help stop the spread of infection and stay healthy. It's easy when you 'Put Your Hands Together.'

Fighting the Flu

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 14:25:00 EST

Wes Studi, Hollywood actor, urges Native peoples to know the facts about the flu.

Salt Matters: Preserving Choice, Protecting Health (Short Version)

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 11:58:00 EST

This video presents information about salt as a major contributor to high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke.

VSI – Vaccine Scene Investigation

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 07:15:00 EST

Watch this short, fun video that will remind everyone why it's so important for adults to get vaccinated.

Hablemos de la Influenza

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 14:00:00 EST

En la charla, un médico responde a las preguntas frecuentes sobre la vacuna contra la influenza (gripe).

Global Disease Detectives in Kibera

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 16:00:00 EST

In partnership with our disease detectives, urban poor open their homes to the world to prevent and control emerging diseases.

Parents Are the Key to Safe Teen Drivers

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 07:25:00 EST

This podcast offers information to help parents keep their teen drivers safer on the road.

Warning Signs: Seasonal Flu

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 10:03:00 EST

In this podcast, Dr. Joe Bresee describes the main symptoms of seasonal flu and when it is serious enough to seek medical help.

Take Three: Seasonal Flu

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 10:03:00 EST

In this podcast, Dr. Joe Bresee describes how to keep from getting seasonal flu and spreading it to others by taking these three steps.

Don't Get, Don't Spread: Seasonal Flu

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 10:01:00 EST

In this podcast, Dr. Joe Bresee describes how to keep from getting the seasonal flu and spreading it to others.

Antiviral Drugs: Seasonal Flu

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 10:00:00 EST

In this podcast, Dr. Joe Bresee explains the nature of antiviral drugs and how they are used for seasonal flu.

Global Disease Detectives

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EST

This podcast documents U.S. efforts to prevent, detect, and control emerging infectious diseases, such as SARS and pandemic influenza.

CDC Disease Detective Camp

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 10:00:00 EST

The CDC Disease Detective Camp gives rising high school juniors and seniors exposure to key aspects of the CDC, including basic epidemiology, infectious and chronic disease tracking, public health law, and outbreak investigations. The camp also helps students explore careers in public health.

Hepatitis in the United States

Tue, 18 May 2010 19:00:00 EST

In this podcast, Dr. John Ward, Director of CDC’s Division of Viral Hepatitis, discusses the different types of viral hepatitis and how they can be prevented. He also describes how hepatitis is transmitted and treated.

Institute of Medicine's Report on Viral Hepatitis

Tue, 18 May 2010 19:00:00 EST

In this podcast, Dr. John Ward, Director of CDC’s Division of Viral Hepatitis, discusses the 2010 report, Hepatitis and Liver Cancer: A National Strategy for Prevention and Control of Hepatitis B and C, from the Institute of Medicine.

Get Tested. Make it Contagious.

Thu, 13 May 2010 10:25:00 EST

This podcast is part of the "Get Tested. Make it Contagious" campaign, which is designed to raise awareness of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and increase testing among college students.

Hand Hygiene Saves Lives: Patient Admission Video (Short Version)

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 13:00:00 EST

This podcast is for hospital patients and visitors. It emphasizes two key points to help prevent infections: the importance of practicing hand hygiene while in the hospital, and that it's appropriate to ask or remind healthcare providers to practice hand hygiene.

Binge Drinking

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 08:00:00 EST

This podcast explores the health risks of binge drinking and discusses effective community strategies to prevent it.

Overview - Be Smart. Be Well. STD Videos

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:25:00 EST

This video, produced by Be Smart. Be Well., raises awareness of Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs): 1) What are they? 2) Why they matter? and, 3) What can I do about them? Footage courtesy of Be Smart. Be Well., featuring CDC's Dr. John Douglas, Division of Sexually Transmitted Disease Prevention.

Street Stories - Be Smart. Be Well. STD Videos

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:24:00 EST

What Is It? - Be Smart. Be Well. STD Videos

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:23:00 EST

Molly's Story - Be Smart. Be Well. STD Videos

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:21:00 EST

Ida's Story - Be Smart. Be Well. STD Videos

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:20:00 EST

Happy Handwashing Song

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:25:00 EST

This song (sung to the tune of Happy Birthday) encourages kids to wash their hands with soap and water to keep germs away. The song is sung twice through, the recommended length of time to wash hands. Sing along!

Deck Yourself with Flu Protection Song

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 06:50:00 EST

This song (sung to the tune of Deck the Halls) describes actions you can take to protect yourself and others from the flu. Sing along!

Mixing Tamiflu with Sweet Liquids

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST

If your doctor prescribes Tamiflu® capsules for your child and your child cannot swallow them, this podcast describes how to mix the contents of the capsules with a sweet thick liquid so they can be given that way.

Coping with Traumatic Events

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST

Tragedies affect all of us in different ways. Some people might react to the stress immediately, while others may not experience stress until later.

Influenza Round Table: Antiviral Drugs

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EST

In this podcast, Dr. Joe Bresee explains the nature of antiviral drugs and how they are used.

Influenza Round Table: Warning Signs

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:00:00 EST

In this podcast, Dr. Joe Bresee describes the main symptoms of flu, including the new H1N1 flu, and when it is serious enough to seek medical help.

Influenza Round Table: Don't Get, Don't Spread

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:00:00 EST

In this podcast, Dr. Joe Bresee describes how to keep from getting the flu and spreading it to others.

Influenza Round Table: Take Three

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:01:00 EST

In this podcast, Dr. Joe Bresee describes how to keep from getting the flu and spreading it to others by taking these three steps.

Stay Healthy With Elmo

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:04:00 EST

In this podcast, Elmo teaches kids the basics of staying healthy.

Learn How to Sneeze With Elmo

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:03:00 EST

In this podcast, Elmo teaches kids how to sneeze to avoid spreading germs.

Wash Your Hands With Elmo

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:02:00 EST

In this podcast, Elmo encourages kids to wash their hands to stay healthy.

Learn to Cough or Sneeze With Elmo

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:01:00 EST

In this podcast, Elmo teaches kids how to cough or sneeze to avoid spreading germs.

A Time To Act

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 10:15:00 EST

This podcast reviews the steps you can take to keep your family safe in case of a home fire.

Snort Sniffle Sneeze: No Antibiotics Please

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 08:00:00 EST

Antibiotics aren't always the answer for sneezes or sore throats. This podcast discusses ways to feel better without antibiotics.

CDC Tracking Network: Working Towards a Healthier Planet for Healthy People

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:10:00 EST

This is an engaging video podcast geared to raise awareness of environmental public health and our nation's need for the Tracking Network.

Injury Prevention Research

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EST

Research provides the knowledge that we need to understand what is possible, what is not, and the best way to proceed in our intervention efforts.

The Story of Iyal

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:55:00 EST

In this podcast, a mother tells her compelling story about a family living with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders.

Have You Heard?

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 08:00:00 EST

Pre-teens, adolescents, and college freshmen who live in dorms are at an increased risk for meningococcal disease. This podcast discusses routine vaccination recommendations for 11-18 year olds.

In the Swim of Things

Mon, 18 May 2009 07:00:00 EST

In this podcast, CDC's Dr. Michael Beach discusses the superbug, Cryptosporidium, a common cause of recreational water illness.

H1N1 Message from the Acting Surgeon General

Wed, 13 May 2009 16:00:00 EST

In this podcast, Acting Surgeon General Dr. Steven Galson discusses what you can do to protect yourself from H1N1 flu.

How to Prevent Getting and Spreading Novel H1N1 Flu

Mon, 11 May 2009 13:20:00 EST

In this podcast, CDC's Dr. Joe Bresee describes how to prevent giving and getting novel H1N1 flu.

Clean Hands Help Prevent the Flu

Wed, 06 May 2009 12:06:00 EST

Clean hands can help prevent the spread of infectious diseases, such as flu. This podcast explains the proper way to wash your hands.

Las manos limpias ayudan a prevenir la influenza (Clean Hands Help Prevent the Flu)

Wed, 06 May 2009 12:05:00 EST

Las manos limpias ayudan a prevenir la propagación de enfermedades infecciosas, como la influenza. Este podcast explica la manera correcta de lavarse las manos.

H1N1 Flu and Antiviral Drugs

Sat, 02 May 2009 12:00:00 EST

This podcast discusses the use of antiviral drugs for treating and preventing the H1N1 flu virus.

General Instructions for Disposable Respirators

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 16:00:00 EST

This podcast, intended for the general public, demonstrates how to put on and take off disposable respirators that are to be used in areas affected by the influenza outbreak.

Responding to Outbreaks

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:00:00 EST

In this podcast, a team of CDC specialists travels to Uganda and tracks the source of a recent Ebola outbreak where CDC scientists are studying bats for clues to the Ebola mystery.

Health Begins at Home

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:25:00 EST

Clean and well-maintained homes can prevent many illnesses and injuries. This podcast discusses how good health begins at home.

Go With the Flow

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:05:00 EST

This podcast discusses the importance of water fluoridation and it's role in oral health.

Reflections on Public Health: Captain Hart and Malaria

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 14:04:00 EST

This podcast consists of segments of an interview conducted by Capt. Kathleen McDuffie, CDC, with Capt. Russell Hart, a 100 year old retired sanitary engineer of the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps as he reflects on his work in malaria control. The interview was conducted in 2006.

Reflections on Public Health: Captain Hart and Sanitation

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 14:03:00 EST

This podcast consists of segments of an interview conducted by Capt. Kathleen McDuffie, CDC, with Capt. Russell Hart, a 100 year old retired sanitary engineer of the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps as he reflects on his work in environmental sanitation and the development of local health departments. The interview was conducted in 2006.

Personal Stories: Why Flu Vaccination Matters

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 06:35:00 EST

In this podcast, moving personal stories help inform parents about the dangers of flu to children and the benefits of vaccination.

The Quiet Killer

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 08:00:00 EST

Each year, nearly 500 die, while as many as 20,000 visit emergency rooms for exposure to carbon monoxide.

Baby Steps: Learn the Signs. Act Early.

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 16:19:00 EST

CDC recognized the impact of developmental disabilities and invested in a campaign to help parents measure their children's progress by monitoring how they play, learn, speak, and act.

Welcome to Parenthood

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 10:00:00 EST

This short video podcast offers a lighter look at the trials of being a new parent.

Break the Silence: Stop the Violence

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 07:45:00 EST

In this podcast, parents talk with real teens before dating, stay involved in their lives, and role model to help young people develop healthy, respectful relationships.

La higiene de las manos salva vidas: Video para el ingreso de pacientes

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 10:00:00 EST

Este podcast está dirigido a los pacientes y visitantes del hospital. El video pone énfasis en dos puntos cruciales para ayudar a prevenir infecciones: la importancia de practicar la higiene de las manos durante la estancia en el hospital y el hecho de que es apropiado recordar a los profesionales de la salud que practiquen esta higiene.

Hand Hygiene Saves Lives: Patient Admission Video

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 10:00:00 EST

Creating an Asthma-Friendly School

Tue, 20 May 2008 07:30:00 EST

This podcast features real-life success stories of students with asthma who, thanks to their schools' implementation of asthma-friendly policies and programs, now have their asthma under control.

Walkable Communities

Thu, 08 May 2008 10:45:00 EST

This podcast is for a general audience and discusses the benefits of walkable communities, as they relate to health, the environment, and social interaction.

Going Green

Thu, 08 May 2008 10:45:00 EST

This podcast is for a general audience and provides information on how to recycle, re-use, and restore. It also covers the benefits of “Going Green" on the environment, health, and social interaction.

The 12 Ways to Health Holiday Song

Sun, 23 Dec 2007 16:00:00 EST

This song (sung to the tune of The Twelve Days of Christmas) describes how to stay safe and healthy during the holidays and all year long.

Use of Facemasks and Respirators

Fri, 25 May 2007 14:14:00 EST

This program demonstrates the differences of facemasks and respirators that are to be used in public settings during an influenza pandemic.

Mantoux Tuberculin Skin Test

Tue, 12 Dec 2006 10:38:00 EST

Learn how to evaluate people for latent TB infection with the Mantoux tuberculin skin test. This podcast includes sections on administering and reading the Mantoux tuberculin skin test, the standard method for detecting latent TB infection since the 1930s.