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Rethink Your Drink

Sugary drinks are the leading source of added sugars in the American diet. These sweetened liquids include regular soda, fruit drinks, sports drinks, energy drinks, and sweetened waters.

Tricks to Rethink Your Drink >

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Bleeding Disorders

Bleeding disorders are conditions in which the blood does not clot normally because certain proteins in the blood are missing or do not work properly.

Test Your Knowledge of Bleeding Disorders >

Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 13. As you prepare to set your clocks ahead one hour, remember to check the batteries in your carbon monoxide (CO) detector.

How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Exposure >

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Protecting Our Farmers

Agriculture ranks among the most dangerous industries, and farm workers are at high risk for fatal and nonfatal injuries.

Farm Safety Facts >

Prevent Waterborne Germs

Waterborne germs can live and grow in our pipes and in devices we use that require water, like humidifiers. Some of these germs can be harmful and cause people to become ill.

Protect Yourself from Waterborne Germs at Home>

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Making Vaccine Decisions

Most parents choose to vaccinate their children according to the recommended schedule. But some parents may still have questions about vaccines, and getting answers they can trust may be hard.

Learn More About How Vaccines Work >

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School Meal Programs

Research shows that students who participate in school meal programs consume more whole grains, milk, fruits, and vegetables during meal times and have better overall diet quality than those who do not participate.

Free School Meal Program 2022 >

Groundwater Awareness Week

Much of the water we use comes from the ground. Learn more about the importance of groundwater, the threats to its safety, and how to protect its sources during Groundwater Awareness Week.

Is Your Water from a Groundwater Source?

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COVID-19 in the U.S.

Know Your COVID-19 Community Level

COVID-19 Community Levels are a new tool to help communities decide what prevention steps to take based on the latest data. Levels can be low, medium, or high and are determined by looking at hospital beds being used, hospital admissions, and the total number of new COVID-19 cases in an area.

Take precautions to protect yourself and others from COVID-19 based on the COVID-19 Community Level in your area.