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Polio is a crippling and potentially deadly infectious disease caused by a virus that spreads from person to person invading the brain and spinal cord and causing paralysis. CDC is a strategic partner in the overall effort to eradicate polio worldwide.

Spina bifida is a condition that affects the spine and is usually apparent at birth. It is a type of neural tube defect (NTD).

CDC Vital Signs links science, policy, and communications with the intent of communicating a call-to-action for the public. CDC Vital Signs provides the most recent, comprehensive data on key indicators of important health topics.

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.

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.

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

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.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides information on how to stay safe and healthy before, during, and after a wildfire including avoiding health impacts from wildfire smoke and cleaning up safely.