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This month marks two years since the first #COVID19 vaccine was administered in the U.S. Although too many lives have been lost to COVID-19, vaccination has helped save millions of lives. Get an updated booster if you have not yet received one. bit.ly/3u3wsHF.
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LISTERIA OUTBREAK: A second brand of enoki mushrooms has been linked to this outbreak. Share this with friends & family who are pregnant, aged 65 or older, or have a weakened immune system. More info: bit.ly/3UL34jT
Enoki mushroom, with text saying “Listeria outbreak. Listeria outbreak linked to enoki mushrooms. Do not eat enoki mushrooms produced by Shandong Youhe Biotechnology Co. Throw them away. If you are pregnant, aged 65 or older, or have a weakened immune system: Do not eat any raw enoki mushrooms, even if they are not linked to this outbreak. Cook them thoroughly. cdc.gov/foodsafety/outbreaks.”
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Misunderstandings about #COVID19 hospitalization and death data have led to claims that US COVID-19 deaths are being overcounted. In this week’s COVID Data Tracker Weekly Review, we explain how these data are collected and reported. Learn more: bit.ly/CDTweeklyreview
A graphic illustration features a hand holding a smartphone that displays a graph a masked man in a hospital bed. Headline says: New edition out now. The words on the phone say COVID Data Tracker Weekly Review, Friday, January 27, 2023. In this week’s edition: Understanding COVID-19 data. The illustration also says Find the latest data in CDC’s COVID Data Tracker Weekly Review. To subscribe bit.ly/CDT subscribe. Image is branded with the CDC and HHS logos.
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This week’s CDC FluView report shows seasonal flu activity continues to decline nationally. The number of jurisdictions reporting high or very high levels of respiratory illness is down to 3 from 7 the previous week. Full report: bit.ly/2AfIS02
Map of influenza-like illness (ILI) activity in the United States. Most jurisdictions are colored shades of green and yellow, indicating low ILI activity.
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More than 21,000 cases of coccidioidomycosis, histoplasmosis, & blastomycosis are reported each year. These diseases often mimic bacterial or viral pneumonia, which can delay proper diagnosis & treatment. Healthcare providers can learn more & earn free CE: bit.ly/3HyyF3W
The figure is a photo of a person in a blue dressing gown laying in a hospital bed with the title, "Surveillance for Coccidioidomycosis, Histoplasmosis, and Blastomycosis — United States, 2019" and a link to the free CE course.
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Pregnant people are at higher risk of serious flu illness, but fewer pregnant people are getting a #flu vaccine in recent seasons, with the lowest coverage among Black, non-Hispanic pregnant people. More: bit.ly/2PbvS4p
Bar graph titled “Flu Vaccination Coverage among Pregnant People 18 to 49 Years of Age.” The bars on the graphs show changes by race and ethnicity from 2021-2022 to 2022-2023. Subtitle reads: "As of the end of December 2022, flu vaccination coverage among pregnant people has decreased across all race and ethnicity groups compared to the same time last season." Data are as follows: Overall: 2022-2023: 47.1%; 2021-2022: 56.3%; Asian Non-Hispanic: 2022-2023: 65.2%; 2021-2022: 76.0%; White, Non-Hispanic: 2022-2023: 47.1%; 2021-2022: 58.2%; Other, Non-Hispanic: 2022-2023: 46.3%; 2021-2022: 55.4%; Hispanic: 2022-2023: 46.1%; 2021-2022: 53.2%; Black, Non-Hispanic: 2022-2023: 28.4%; 2021-2022: 31.6%
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With Evusheld not currently authorized, CDC recommends people with weakened immune systems and household members take multiple prevention measures to protect themselves against COVID-19. More: bit.ly/3bGvO6p
Graphic explaining the prevention measures that people who have a weakened immune system or live with someone who does can take. The title states, “If you have a weakened immune system or live with someone who does, create a COVID-19 action plan.” The graphic includes six boxes that describes prevention measures, “Get an updated COVID-19 vaccine. Improve ventilation and spend time outdoors. Learn about testing locations and treatment options before getting exposed or sick. Get tested if you’ve been exposed or have symptoms. Wash your hands often. Wear a well-fitting mask and maintain distance in crowded spaces.”
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Respiratory syncytial virus (#RSV) is a respiratory virus that can cause some children to become very sick. Learn which children are at greatest risk for severe infection and the ways to help protect them: bit.ly/2GlAmm9
Image of a woman holding a newborn baby next to a person washing their hands. Text overlay: Take extra care to protect infants and young children at greatest risk for severe RSV infection. Image is branded with the CDC and HHS logos.
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Caregivers: DYK older adults are more likely to get very sick from #COVID19? Keeping them up to date with COVID-19 vaccines is the most effective way to reduce their risk of severe illness, hospitalization, and death. Find your vaccination location at vaccines.gov.
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: Updated COVID-19 vaccines increased antibody activity against #COVID19 among nursing home residents. Eligible nursing home residents & staff should receive an updated vaccine to reduce risk for severe COVID-19–associated illness & death. More: bit.ly/mm7204a4
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Nursing home residents not up to date with #COVID19 vaccines had a 30-50% higher weekly rate of COVID-19 compared w/ up-to-date residents. Make sure you & loved ones are up to date with COVID-19 vaccination for the best protection against current variants. bit.ly/mm7204a3
The figure is a photo of an elderly person and a health care provider with a blue background overlay and text that reads, “COVID-19 weekly case rates were up to 50% higher in nursing home residents not up to date with COVID-19 vaccines.”
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#DYK? Your health is connected to your pet’s health. Pets bring us many health benefits, but we can also share diseases with them. Learn about keeping pets and people healthy: bit.ly/benefits-pet
Infographic with two arrows pointing at each other, one with animals on it and the other with people on it. Text reads: Zoonotic diseases spread between animals and people.
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HCPs: While myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is complex, case definition criteria make diagnosis possible. Learn how to recognize and improve patients’ symptoms with these trainings. Free CE.
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Middle-aged woman. Text says, ME/CFS Training.
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finds updated #COVID19 vaccine adds protection against Omicron XBB-related variants. Stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccines for the best protection against new variants. Learn more: bit.ly/mm7205e1
Graphic with an illustration of a phone with an appointment confirmation. The graphic text says, An updated COVID-19 vaccine helped prevent illness from Omicron XBB-related variants. Talk to your doctor about getting an updated COVID-19 vaccine if your last dose was before September 2022.
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#Flu vaccination coverage among pregnant people this season is much lower compared to recent, prior seasons. The best way to help protect you and your baby during pregnancy and after birth from serious flu complications is by getting a #FluVax. Learn more: bit.ly/3ZYybva
Bar graph titled “Flu Vaccination Coverage among Pregnant People 18 to 49 Years of Age”. The bars on the graphs read as follows: 2019-2020 62.1% 2020-2021 61.3% 2021-2022 56.3% 2022-2023 47.1% Text on the side reads: "Annual flu vaccination coverage among pregnant people has decreased during each of the past four seasons and, as of the end of December 2022, is 15 percentage points lower than it was at the end of December 2019."
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CDC’s new RESP-NET interactive dashboard allows viewers to compare hospitalization rate data for COVID-19, flu, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) from three overlapping surveillance systems. bit.ly/3Hk40Yd
Three different viruses with text overlay, RESP-NET Respiratory Virus Hospitalization Surveillance Network.
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When washing your leafy greens, like spinach and lettuce, always: ✔️ Get rid of any torn or bruised leaves ✔️ Rinse leaves under running water ✔️ Dry with a clean cloth or paper towel Learn more tips: bit.ly/3GovjzV
Young man rinsing lettuce in sink with text saying, “use your hands to gently rub leafy greens to help get rid of germs and dirt”.
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The ICATT program provides no-cost testing to those who are experiencing symptoms related to #COVID19 or have been exposed to someone with COVID-19. Find a no-cost COVID-19 testing provider: testinglocator.cdc.gov
Man having his nose swabbed by a healthcare provider for a COVID-19 test.
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