Making the world more health literate

Public education about risk factors and prevention of chronic and infectious diseases are important to containing threat. Scott Ratzan, MD, talks about health literacy and the personal health details people should monitor.

Learn about this growing public health threat—and the steps you can take to protect yourself and others.

Learn about the 2014 West African outbreak from a CDC expert—and understand the chances of an outbreak happening in the U.S.

Some common and dangerous bacteria are becoming resistant to antibiotics. How does this affect you?

Find out how to prevent morning breath by taking some simple steps the night before.

Learn what to expect and how this year is different from years past.