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CDC Warns Against Using Masks On Pet Animals, Says It 'Could Harm' Them
The CDC urged pet owners to protect the animals by limiting their contact with sick people and those outside the household.
CDC To Check Wastewater To Better Understand Coronavirus Spread In Communities
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) detected the presence of coronavirus in untreated wastewater resulting in the move to look into U.S. wastewater.
Salmonella: Best Ways To Prevent Infection
Salmonella causes a foodborne illness that is usually not life-threatening but could be draining and difficult to deal with. Here are the best ways to prevent getting infected with the foodborne illness.
More Kids, Teens Have Become Fast Food Eaters, CDC Says
More American kids and teens have been feeding on fast food despite warnings of them causing obesity and other health problems.
Coronavirus Prevention: When To Wash Hands To Keep Yourself Safe During Pandemic
Here are the instances when you need to wash your hands to prevent the spread of COVID-19, according to the CDC.
Coronavirus Face Masks With Valves 'Not Recommended' By CDC, Don't Prevent COVID-19 Spread
CDC is discouraging Americans from wearing masks with exhalation vents because these masks can still spread the COVID-19 virus into the atmosphere.
CDC Shuts Down Offices Over Legionella Contamination In Water Systems
This shows how the coronavirus lockdowns may affect office buildings that have been unused for a long time.
Los Angeles Police Officers Attended Crowded Indoor Party Despite Statewide COVID-19 Restrictions
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has since spoken out about the matter.
Kodak Awarded $765 Million Government Loan To Set Up Pharmaceutical Arm
Kodak Pharmaceuticals will focus on production of ingredients for generic drugs meant for distribution in the U.S., including the antimalarial drug hydrocychloroquine.
Thanksgiving Day Shopping Changes Surrounding Target, Walmart Decisions Result In Strong Reactions
Holiday shopping will look different this year due to the current health crisis.
ABC News Special Examines Coronavirus Fight Amid Pandemic: When To Watch 'American Catastrophe'
The upcoming one-hour show will tackle a variety of issues surrounding the current COVID-19 health crisis.
More Retailers Impose Face Mask Requirements On Customers
The biggest retailers in the country now require customers to wear face masks.
US Coronavirus Cases Could Be 24 Times Higher Than Reported, CDC Analysis Reveals
The true number of COVID-19 cases in the United States is unknown but a new CDC study says it might be up to 24 times larger in some states.
CDC: Unidentified Salmonella Newport Outbreak Infects 125 People Across 15 States
Investigations are underway but the CDC is yet to identify the source. Until then, the public is advised to follow basic food safety rules.
'Who Are Exempted From Wearing Face Masks?': Doctors Answer Nagging Question
Health experts said only few people qualified for a face mask exemption, and the decision depended on their doctors.
Pediatric Stroke: 14-Year-Old Collapses In Class Without Any Warning
The Michigan teenager hopes to increase pediatric stroke awareness after collapsing in class.
Coronavirus Relief Bill: Trump Administration Looks To Zero Out Funding For CDC And COVID-19 Testing
The White House looks to slash federal spending for COVID-19 testing, CDC and NIH, a source revealed.
CDC Extends No-Sail Order In US Until September 30
The CDC decided to stretch it as the country saw a staggering 60, 000 new cases of the virus Wednesday.
'Trump And DeVos Want To Create Chaos': Teachers' Union President Criticized Push To Reopen Schools Amid Coronavirus
American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten called the push to reopen schools "reckless, callous and cruel."
CDC Extends US Ban On Cruise Ships To End Of September Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
The restriction is for ships with a capacity to carry 250 or more passengers.
White House Orders Hospitals To Bypass CDC And Send Patients' Information To HHS Directly
Hospitals should directly report detailed information daily to the new centralized system, managed by TeleTracking, a health data firm with headquarters in Pittsburgh.
Doctors Speak Out On Children And COVID-19 Amid Plans For Reopening Of Classes
Evidence show children are not as vulnerable to COVID-19 compared to adults.
US Coronavirus Cases Will Be 'Under Control' If People 'Wear A Mask', CDC Says
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization together recommend people wear face coverings indoors.
Trump, Pence Should Wear Masks To Set Example For Public During Coronavirus Pandemic, CDC Chief Says
CDC chief Robert Redfield praised the recent decision by Trump to wear a mask, and claimed face coverings could help the federal government get the current outbreak better under control.
CDC Employees Call For Agency To Address 'Toxic Culture' Of Racism, Marginalization
The open letter has been signed by over 1,000 CDC employees and outlines steps the health agency can take to address its hostile internal culture.
Experts Say Social Distancing May Help Prevent Transmission Of Deadly Disease Affecting Kids
The rare disease called acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) is often mistaken for polio, targets young kids, may cause paralysis, and could be potentially fatal.
New CDC Guidelines For Safe Reopening Of Schools To Be Released Next Week
Vice President Mike Pence clarified the CDC guidance is only a set of recommendations and will not supersede any state and local decision making.
Andrew Cuomo Calls Out Donald Trump, Says President's Response 'Exacerbated' Pandemic
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo offered further criticism of President Trump during his daily coronavirus briefing in the latest of what has been a tense back-and-forth between both officials.
VIDEO: Arizona Woman Arrested For Wrecking Mask Display At Target, Threatens To 'Call The White House'
The woman streamed the incident at Target and her subsequent arrest on Instagram before they both went viral on Twitter.
COVID-19 Spread: Facebook, Instagram To Remind People To Wear Face Masks
“Wear a Cloth Face Covering to Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. When in public, cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face covering. Learn more at cdc.gov.,” said the new alert.


