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Education and information about the brain eating ameba Naegleria fowleri that causes encephalitis and death including frequently asked questions, biology, sources of infection, diagnosis, treatment, prevention and control, and other publications and pertinent information for the public and medical professionals.

Getting screening tests as recommended may find some cancers early, when treatment works best.

Graphs and data related to Naegleria fowleri epidemiology. Education and information about the brain eating ameba Naegleria fowleri that causes encephalitis and death including frequently asked questions, biology, sources of infection, diagnosis, treatment, prevention and control, and other publications and pertinent information for the public and medical professionals.

CDC is collaborating with the National Ground Water Association to highlight National Ground Water Awareness Week, March 8–14, 2015. Water is essential for life. However, many persons are not aware that much of the water they use flows from below ground to the surface to public water systems and private wells.

Having sustained a season-ending concussion himself, All-Star First Baseman Justin Morneau gives advice about how to prevent concussion on and off the sports field. Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy: http://www.cdc.gov/SocialMedia/Tools/CommentPolicy.html This video can also be viewed at http://streaming.cdc.gov/vod.php?id=20905ee37df6a1b11d2dc5e465a0c15920130219150918171

Preventing Chronic Disease (PCD) is a peer-reviewed electronic journal established by the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. PCD provides an open exchange of information and knowledge among researchers, practitioners, policy makers, and others who strive to improve the health of the public through chronic disease prevention.

All moms and dads should learn about concussion. Linda's daughter Tracy (http://tinyurl.com/lph4hw) got a concussion as a high school basketball player. Three years later, Tracy is still dealing with symptoms from the injury. Linda tells her story and wants all parents to know that if they think their child has a concussion, take them out of play and seek the advice of a health care professional. It's better to miss one game than the whole season. Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy: http://www.cdc.gov/SocialMedia/Tools/CommentPolicy.html This video can also be viewed at http://www.cdc.gov/cdctv/Concussion/KeepingQuietCanKeepYouOutOfTheGame_MothersStory.wmv

Teen pregnancy page or teens.