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Each Tuesday, to enhance awareness of emerging scientific knowledge, selected science clips will be posted here for the public health community. The focus is applied public health research and prevention science that has the capacity to improve health now.

CDC - Stephen B. Thacker Library - Science Clips

Going to the prom is an exciting event in your life! Keep it fun, healthy and safe by following these 10 tips.

Beat the back-to-school rush! Make an appointment for vaccinations before the back-to-school rush begins at the doctor's office.

Who should NOT Get Vaccinated?

Measles is a highly contagious disease. It can be serious for young children. Protect child by making sure he or she is up to date on vaccinations, including before traveling abroad.

Keep your family safe when traveling overseas. Measles is very contagious and can cause serious illness, even death. Get vaccinated before you go. Watch your health when you return.

Older adults should be screened for fall risk annually. Community providers (people without formal medical training who work with older adults in senior centers or aging services) may be a viable group to expand the reach of screenings.

Persons using assistive technology might not be able to fully access information in this file. For assistance, please send e-mail to: mmwrq@cdc.gov.

The compelling exhibit looks back through history at how minority groups have experienced health problems differently, and efforts to reduce disparities.