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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.

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.

Obesity prevalence in 2014 varies across states and territories. Learn more...

Antibiotic-Resistant Gonorrhea - STD information from CDC. Fact Sheets, Statistics, Treatment Guidelines, Resources for Clinicians and Educators.

Sophie Woolston, MD1; Stephanie E. Cohen, MD2,3; Robyn Neblett Fanfair, MD4; Sarah C. Lewis, MD3; Christina M.

Studying workers’ sizes and shapes and how they perform tasks can prevent injury on the job. CDC offers manufacturers, employers, and others with research and important resources for improving the workspaces, machines, vehicles, and personal protective equipment of workers.

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.