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Meningitis
This podcast gives a general overview of meningitis, including what it is, the five types, and the causes. Created: 10/24/2012 by National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID). Date Released: 10/24/2012.
Sun Proof
In this podcast for kids, the Kidtastics talk about the harmful effects of the sun and how to protect yourself from it. Created: 10/23/2012 by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Date Released: 10/23/2012.
Is Waterborne Disease Still an Issue in the US?
In this podcast, CDC’s Dr. Michael Beach discusses the changing face of waterborne disease in the US over the past century and how healthcare providers can apply this information to their patients. Created: 8/27/2012 by National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID). Date Released: 10/22/2012.
October 2012 Multistate Fungal Meningitis Outbreak
This podcast gives an overview of the October 2012 multistate fungal meningitis outbreak, including symptoms to watch for and a website for up-to-date information. Created: 10/17/2012 by National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID). Date Released: 10/17/2012.
Vital Signs - High Blood Pressure
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In the U.S., nearly one third of the adult population have high blood pressure, the leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke - two of the nation's leading causes of death. Created: 10/2/2012 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP). Date Released: 10/17/2012.
Vital Signs – Presión arterial alta (High Blood Pressure)
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En los EE. UU. casi un tercio de la población adulta tiene presión arterial alta, el principal factor de riesgo de enfermedades cardiacas y accidentes cerebrovasculares, dos de las principales causas de muerte en el país. Created: 10/2/2012 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP). Date Released: 10/17/2012.
Celebra Halloween de manera segura (Halloween: Have Fun and Stay Safe and Healthy)
Las celebraciones de Halloween son muy divertidas para los niños, pero enfermarse o lastimarse por esta causa no debe ser parte de la diversión. En este podcast para niños, los personajes de Kidtastics ofrecen algunos consejos sencillos para mantenerse seguro y saludable en Halloween. Created: 10/15/2012 by CDC Office of Women’s Health. Date Released: 10/15/2012.
Changes in US HIV Treatment Guidelines
Following the 2012 HIV Treatment Guidelines, which include early diagnosis and treatment with ART, can increase longevity and improve the quality of life for patients living with HIV. Created: 10/3/2012 by Center for Global Health, Division of Parasitic Diseases and Malaria. Date Released: 10/3/2012.
Teen Drinking and Driving – What You Need to Know
This podcast is based on the October 2012 CDC Vital Signs report. It’s illegal and dangerous for teens to drink any alcohol and then drive. Still, one in ten high school teens drank and got behind the wheel in 2011. A parent-teen driving agreement is a good way for parents to help keep young drivers safe behind the wheel. Created: 10/2/2012 by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Date Released: 10/2/2012.
Adolescentes que beben y conducen: Lo que usted debe saber (Teen Drinking and Driving – What You Need to Know)
Este podcast se basa en un informe de Vital Signs, publicado por los CDC en octubre del 2012. Es peligroso e ilegal que los adolescentes tomen alcohol y manejen. Aun así, 1 de cada 10 adolescentes de secundaria bebió y luego se puso al volante en el 2011. Establecer un contrato para manejar entre padre e hijo es una buena forma para ayudar a mantener a los jóvenes que conducen fuera de peligro. Created: 10/2/2012 by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Date Released: 10/2/2012.
Teen Drinking and Driving – What You Need to Know PSA (:60)
This 60 second public service announcement is based on the October 2012 CDC Vital Signs report. It’s illegal and dangerous for teens to drink any alcohol and then drive. Still, one in ten high school teens drank and got behind the wheel in 2011. A parent-teen driving agreement is a good way for parents to help keep young drivers safe behind the wheel. Created: 10/2/2012 by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Date Released: 10/2/2012.
Making Health Easier: Healthy Changes Start in Preschool
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This podcast highlights the efforts of one educational organization, Los Angeles Universal Preschool (LAUP), to keep kids healthy at an early age. Childhood obesity now affects about one in six kids and disproportionately affects low-income and minority populations. LAUP teaches kids healthy habits and is incorporating small, healthy changes that can be made in any classroom—like teaching fun dances and providing nutritious snacks. Created: 9/19/2012 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP). Date Released: 10/1/2012.
Facilitando la salud: haciendo cambios saludables en guarderías infantiles (Making Health Easier: Healthy Changes Start in Preschool)
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Vea cómo enseñar a los niños hábitos saludables incorporando pequeños cambios que pueden realizarse en cualquier aula. Created: 10/4/2012 by National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP). Date Released: 10/4/2012.
Keeping Children Safe (A Minute of Health with CDC)
Every day, unintentional injuries account for more than 30 deaths among children under 19. This podcast discusses ways of preventing unintentional injuries among children. Created: 10/19/2012 by MMWR. Date Released: 10/18/2012.
Keeping Children Safe (A Cup of Health with CDC)
Unintentional injuries in children are predictable and preventable. In this podcast Dr. Nagesh Borse discusses ways to prevent injuries among children. Created: 10/19/2012 by MMWR. Date Released: 10/18/2012.
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