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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 on the very latest in chronic disease prevention, research findings, public health interventions, and the exploration of new theories and concepts.

The CDC issued a recommendation that all Americans born from 1945-1965 get tested for hepatitis C. People in this age group are five times more likely to have hepatitis C, but most do not know they are infected. If you were born from 1945-1965, talk to your doctor about getting tested. 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=180984e41a0e8965689585796e4a956920130122155248015

Stopping serious diseases before they start is what Vaccine Scene Investigation is all about. This video shows the importance of vaccinating against diseases such as Influenza, Pneumococcus, Herpes Zoster, aka Shingles and Tetnus, Diphtheria and Pertussis. 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/VSI_Vaccination

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A guide to help you quit cigarette smoking, including reasons to quit, steps to quit, tips on handling cravings, medications that can help, and what to do if you slip.

Brett had lost all of his front teeth—top and bottom—by the time he was 42. He had gum disease, which is a risk for people who smoke, as Brett did. In this video from CDC's Tips From Former Smokers campaign, Brett talks about trying to hide his tooth loss, even from his wife. 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=4e708d15725561ccaf94a057666e140e20140925163715250

In this digital story, Masonia discusses how she dealt with being pregnant and newly diagnosed with HIV and advises anyone who is newly-diagnosed to have confidence, be educated, ask questions and reach out for support. Let's Stop HIV Together is a national HIV awareness and anti-stigma campaign produced by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It features stories of individuals living with HIV and the people who support them. Join the conversation on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ActAgainstAIDS. 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=f6adfce83f61ad0be1449343aff2ca7220131209095023640

In this digital story, Stephen discusses living with HIV, disclosing his status to his younger brother Joe, and how they are both working to address the stigma surrounding HIV. Let's Stop HIV Together is a national HIV awareness and anti-stigma campaign produced by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It features stories of individuals living with HIV and the people who support them. Join the conversation on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ActAgainstAIDS. 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=045a87392e3b062d1779feecad0dd0cd20131202143316531

In this CDC Grand Rounds - Beyond the Data video, Dr. John Iskander and Dr. Marcus Plescia discuss the approaches necessary to improve cancer prevention screening rates such as widespread access to affordable health insurance, continued provider recommendations, and strategic approaches to reaching the public. 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

This video discusses CDC's Basic Infection Control and Prevention Plan that can be used by outpatient oncology facilities to standardize -- and improve -- infection prevention practices. 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=7eb3b22a8e7c03ab521f96084922a76320130910103225310