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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.

Valentine’s Day is a great time to celebrate love and can be a reminder to make healthy choices part of your everyday life. Whether you celebrate Valentine's Day on your own or with someone else, take steps to be a healthy valentine.

STD & HIV Screening Recommendations from CDC

The Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) Series is prepared by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) Series is prepared by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Depression is common and treatable. Learn about symptoms and seeking treatment.

Research has shown that school health programs can reduce the prevalence of health risk behaviors among young people and have a positive effect on academic performance.

Las enfermedades de transmisión sexual (ETS) y el embarazo: Hoja informativa de los CDC

Virus del papiloma humano (VPH) y el cáncer orofaríngeo: Hoja informativa de CDC

Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) are a group of developmental disabilities that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges. CDC is working to find out how many children have ASDs, discover the risk factors, and raise awareness of the signs.

The Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) Series is prepared by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Assessing laboratory risk level for brucellosis infection.

To keep your eyes healthy, get a comprehensive dilated eye exam: an eye care professional will use drops to widen the pupils to check for common vision problems and eye diseases. It's the best way to find out if you need glasses or contacts, or are in the early stages of an eye disease. If you haven't had a comprehensive dilated eye exam for some time, schedule one now.

Easy ways to protect yourself from UV rays and reduce your risk of skin cancer.

Spending time outdoors can improve overall health and wellness. Spending more time in the sun will not continue to increase vitamin D levels, but will increase your skin cancer risk.