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Clinicians: Any health care encounter, including at emergency departments, during pregnancy could be an opportunity to prevent congenital syphilis. bit.ly/4kNTPfa

CDC data experts have validated a new question set to better understand housing and health! Learn more at bit.ly/3ZLLFfa

Of the 74k+ deaths captured by CDC’s National Violent Death Reporting System in 2022, 6 in 10 were suicides and 3 in 10 were homicides. Firearms were used in more than half of these deaths. #NVDRS data provide more context to inform action and save lives: bit.ly/3SL950u

HIV surveillance in Malawi identified areas where rates of new infections were higher than expected. CDC collaborated with local partners to identify possible causes and propose targeted interventions. bit.ly/4knkj7o

In 2024-25, RSV hospitalization rates in infants <3 mo. were 45-52% lower than 2018-2020. New/expecting parents should discuss RSV vaccines/antibodies w/their providers. Increased use of prevention products could protect even more babies in future seasons bit.ly/42Z59hd

Arboviral disease cases in the U.S. more than doubled in 2023 compared to 2022. Clinicians: Consider arbovirus testing for patients with acute febrile or neurologic illness & counsel patients to prevent mosquito & tick bites. bit.ly/43WoZKG

Health care providers may be able to help prevent suicide. Researchers @kpcolorado Kaiser Permanente Washington show why suicide prevention practices need to reach beyond mental health encounters. #SuicidePrevention #SupportMatters bit.ly/45kb4Aw

.MMWR Updated 2025 nPEP Guidelines The CDC released updated recommendations for treating nonoccupational exposure to HIV, which updates the recommendations provided in Nonoccupational postexposure prophylaxis (nPEP) guidelines released in 2016 More: bit.ly/4mTkxFa

New data from MMWR: Universal introduction over the next 5 years of a #rubella-containing #vaccine would avert an estimated 986,000 cases and accelerate progress toward elimination worldwide. cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/7…

Mosquitoes and ticks can spread viruses to people, called arboviruses. If you are in an area where mosquitoes and ticks are active, protect yourself from bites. Learn more about arboviral diseases: bit.ly/43WoZKG

In Kenya, the interaction between long-distance truck drivers and sex workers may play a role in mpox transmission. Public health interventions, including mpox vaccination for these groups, could help prevent wider mpox spread. Learn more: bit.ly/4445Czs

Clinicians: Encourage patients with risk of mpox exposure to complete the JYNNEOS 2-dose vaccine series before travel, including on cruises bit.ly/445SMAM

Clinicians: ACIP recommends mpox vaccination during outbreaks to limit mpox spread. Learn more about who’s at risk in the current outbreaks to counsel patients about vaccinations: bit.ly/4kHrFml

From MMWR: “Measles Update — United States, January 1–April 17, 2025.” Be prepared to prevent and respond to measles cases and outbreaks in your community. Read the report: bit.ly/42MBEPH

MMWR discusses the clinical features of and public health response to the first clade I mpox case in the United States. Learn more at the link in our bio. bit.ly/mm7404a1 #mpox

Report found 3 bovine vet practitioners had evidence of antibodies to H5 bird flu, suggesting recent infection. 2 reported no exposures to animals w/ known or suspected bird flu & one practiced in states w/ no known H5 virus-infected cattle at the time: bit.ly/mm7404a2

A new MMWR evaluated HeatRisk forecasts and emergency department visits for heat-related illness (HRI) in New York. A more severe HeatRisk forecast was associated with higher HRI rates. Read the full report: bit.ly/3HkuGKw

HCPs: Consider tularemia in febrile patients with a history of tick or deer fly bites, contact with ill animals, or who may have mowed over a rabbit or rodent. Alert your laboratory if you suspect tularemia so lab staff can take appropriate precautions. bit.ly/4ilPO07

Study shows street signage, longer hours & transportation can boost access to cooling centers in Maricopa County, AZ, where heat-related fatalities have surged in recent years. More: bit.ly/3Rwv1fd #MMWR #HeatRelief

People at risk for mpox can lower their risk of infection or severe illness by getting vaccinated before cruise travel: bit.ly/445SMAM