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The Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) Series is prepared by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Often called 'the Voice of CDC,' the MMWR series is the agency's primary vehicle for scientific publication of timely, reliable, authoritative, accurate, objective, and useful public health information and recommendations. MMWR readership predominately consists of physicians, nurses, public health practitioners, epidemiologists and other scientists, researchers, educators, and laboratorians.

Any reason you have to stay away from cigarettes, no matter what it may be, is brilliant. You’ll want to keep your hands free to catch that boomerang, for instance.

Any way you slice it, smoking is dangerous stuff. From the toxic mix of chemicals in every puff of cigarette smoke to the harm it causes your body, a closer look will leave you wanting to #RunLikeHell.

Nikki Bella says she would not be the longest reigning Divas Champion of all-time if she let smoking get in the way. #ReasonsNotToSmoke

NCI QuitPal is a free mobile app for iPhone or iPad to support smokers working to quit smoking. In this demonstration video, learn about key features of NCI QuitPal. The interactive app was developed using proven quit strategies and tools to help change behavior and assist you with giving up smoking. Search "QuitPal" in the App Store to download for free. For more information, visit: www.smokefree.gov/apps/nciquitpal

Stay safe on the roads and take action to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Whether traveling to warmer weather or a snow-filled adventure, make sure the flu is not your travel companion. Get your flu vaccine before you go to reduce your risk of catching and spreading the flu.

Help us spread the word. CDC’s Bring Your Brave campaign resources include videos, social media content and graphics, and an infographic.

Take steps to keep you and your loved ones safe and healthy.

Living with cancer increases your risk for complications from the flu. If you have cancer now or have had cancer in the past, you are at higher risk for complications from the seasonal flu or influenza, including hospitalization and death.