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Although births to younger teens aged 15 to 17 years have declined, they still represent over a quarter of teen births - nearly 1,700 births a week, according to this month’s Vital Signs by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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CDC Vital Signs - Preventing Pregnancies in Younger Teens

The CERC training program educates people on the principles and application of crisis and emergency risk communication when responding to a public health emergency.

Gynecologic cancer is any cancer that starts in a woman's reproductive organs.

The CERC training program educates people on the principles and application of crisis and emergency risk communication when responding to a public health emergency.

Information on terrorism and public health. Provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

CDC provides information for survivors and clinicians on tsunami health and safety concerns including flooding, disease outbreaks, food safety, water quality, and cleanup.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides Public Service Announcements (PSAs) to help share life-saving information during natural disasters and severe weather. English and Spanish PSAs are in a variety of formats including text, audio, and video.

Taking preventive action is your best defense against having to deal with extreme cold-weather conditions. By preparing your home and car in advance for winter emergencies, and by observing safety precautions during times of extremely cold weather, you can reduce the risk of weather-related health problems.