CDC announced its Traveler-Based Genomic Surveillance program surpassed one million participants

As of January 29, a total of 65 people in 28 states have now been reported

U.S. exits WHO, citing COVID-19 failures, politicization, and shift to bilateral health efforts.

45 people across 21 states have gotten sick with the same strain of Salmonella.

Deputy Secretary of HHS and Acting CDC Director Jim O'Neill signed a decision memorandum

Sixty-four people across 22 states have gotten sick with the same strain of Salmonella.

Fact Sheet Hepatitis B Immunization

The CDC today adopted individual-based decision-making for hepatitis B immunization

Ralph Abraham, M.D., was sworn in today as Principal Deputy Director of the CDC.

The CDC has released an update on the ongoing investigation of infant botulism cases

ACIP today voted to recommend individual-based decision-making for hepatitis B vaccine.

11 people from 7 states have gotten sick from the same strain of Salmonella.

CDC urges people to check their refrigerators and freezers for recalled foods. Do not eat them.

CDC updated updated its adult and child immunization schedules to apply individual-based decisions

We extend our deepest condolences to Suzy's family, her friends, and all who cared about her.

CDC Expands Listeria Outbreak Alert to Include Additional Prepared Foods

3 additional illnesses and 1 additional death have been reported in this outbreak.

New CDC data shows U.S. cases of newborn syphilis increased for the 12th consecutive year in 2024

A CDC report found a dramatic increase in a dangerous type of drug-resistant bacteria.

Michael Fletcher, a passionate advocate for quit-smoking efforts, has passed away

Sixteen people in ten states have gotten sick from the same strain of Salmonella.

95 people from 14 states have gotten sick from the same strain of Salmonella.

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. visited CDC headquarters in response to tragic gunfire attack

CDC launches Free Mind campaign providing teens with resources about substance use and mental health

Christine Brader, a champion of anti-smoking efforts, has passed away at 62

Susan Monarez, Ph.D., was sworn in today as Director of the CDC

11 people from 10 states sick with the same strain of Salmonella linked to frozen sprouted beans

The CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) held a meeting on June 25-26, 2025.

The CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) will hold a meeting on June 25-26, 2025

17 people have gotten sick from the same strain of Listeria linked to fettuccine chicken alfredo

Four people have gotten sick with the same strand of Salmonella linked to pistachio cream

A CDC investigation notice regarding a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections has been posted

A CDC food safety alert regarding a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections has been posted

The data from CDC's National Vital Statistics System shows a 27% decrease in drug overdose deaths

A CDC investigation notice regarding a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections has been posted

CDC is aware of the second measles death in Texas, and our thoughts are with the family.

CDC is in close communication with Texas health authorities over the recent measles outbreak.

CDC Reports Nearly 24% Decline in U.S. Drug Overdose Deaths

CDC warns of Listeria outbreak linked to supplement shakes distributed in long-term care facilities

U.S. Government releases first national One Health plan to protect from shared health threats.

A person with severe avian influenza A(H5N1) illness ("H5N1 bird flu") has passed away.

December 18, 2024-- A patient has been hospitalized with a severe case of avian influenza A(H5N1)

A CDC food safety alert regarding a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections has been posted at https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/cucumbers-11-24/index.html.

Eleven people infected with this outbreak strain Listeria have been reported from four states.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed a human infection with avian influenza A(H5N1) (H5N1 bird flu) in a child in California.

CDC has posted a Food Safety Alert regarding a multi-state outbreak linked to organic carrots.

CDC to receive samples for additional viral characterization.

Measles cases surge worldwide, infecting 10.3 million people in 2023

The number of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) remains high in the United States, however the latest data from CDC show signs the epidemic could be slowing

Transcript for MMWR Telebriefing: Evidence of Recent H5 Bird Flu Infections among Dairy Workers and CDC Guidance Updates