Susanna Visser

Susanna Visser

@VisserCDC

Epidemiologist w/CDC, promoting the health of those who have or are at risk for disability. My special focus: kids in poverty & those w/behavioral disorders.

Atlanta, Georgia · http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd

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Living with Spina Bifida: Watch the video: Developing Independence. October is Spina Bifida Awareness Month.

Impt discussion on reducing infant mortality. Thanks to the panel! Watch webcast later this week.

Most common mental disorders among children: anxiety, depressive & behavioral disorders, including ADHD.

You know your body & your better than anyone. Take charge of your breast care. Get a mammogram. Read more:

Half of all lifetime cases of mental, emotional & behavioral disorders begin by age 14/three-quarters by age 24.

Birth defects = leading cause of infant mortality = 1 in 5 infant deaths in US. Join tomorrow’s - 1pmET.

One mom comments that being part of public health research can be “affirming experience”.

Schwarz/ spoke on how media, government & corporations can work together to improve public health.

Alan Schwarz// Thurs; spoke on blending reporting w/analysis to change our approach to concussions among NFL players/kids.

Schwarz "I can help translate science into something people want to read" Can media help tell your story?

About 1 in 5 youth in the US currently experiences a mental, emotional or behavioral disorder.

It's National Mental Illness Awareness Week. Learn more about the importance of mental health to your overall health:

When scheduling a mammogram, tell staff if you need help because of a . Read these tips before your visit:

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