Everyday Health |
|
About Symptom |
|
|
Level 2 - Global Polio
Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Country List : Afghanistan, Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Somalia, Yemen, Sudan, Angola, Ethiopia, Republic of South Sudan, Djibouti, Germany, United Kingdom, including England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, Papua New Guinea, Central African Republic, Tanzania, including Zanzibar, Laos, Namibia, Mali, Malawi, Zambia, Togo, Israel, the West Bank and Gaza |
|
|
Level 1 - Hepatitis A in Costa Rica
There is an outbreak of hepatitis A (HAV) in Costa Rica. Most cases have been reported in San José province. |
|
|
Level 1 - Global Dengue
Dengue is a year-round risk in many parts of the world, with outbreaks commonly occurring every 2-5 years. Travelers to risk areas should prevent mosquito bites. Country List : Colombia, Vietnam, Maldives, Bolivia, Cambodia, Kenya, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Costa Rica, Marshall Islands, Vanuatu Country List : Colombia, Vietnam, Maldives, Bolivia, Cambodia, Kenya, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Costa Rica, Marshall Islands, Vanuatu |
|
|
Level 2 - Chikungunya in Nicaragua
There is an outbreak of chikungunya in Nicaragua. You can protect yourself by preventing mosquito bites. |
|
|
Level 2 - Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda
CDC recommends practicing enhanced precautions for travel to Uganda or to provinces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) not affected by the current Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak. Country List : Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda Country List : Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda |
|
|
Level 1 - Paratyphoid Fever in Yemen
Cases of paratyphoid fever are being reported in returning travelers from Yemen. You can prevent paratyphoid fever by practicing safe eating and drinking habits. |
|
|
Level 1 - Diphtheria in Sub-Saharan Africa
There are outbreaks of diphtheria in several countries in Africa. Vaccination against diphtheria is essential to protect against the disease. Country List : Chad, Guinea, Niger, Nigeria, Mali, Mauritania, Somalia Country List : Chad, Guinea, Niger, Nigeria, Mali, Mauritania, Somalia Country List : Chad, Guinea, Niger, Nigeria, Mali, Mauritania, Somalia Country List : Chad, Guinea, Niger, Nigeria, Mali, Mauritania, Somalia, Senegal Country List : Chad, Guinea, Niger, Nigeria, Mali, Mauritania, Somalia, Senegal Country List : Chad, Guinea, Niger, Nigeria, Mali, Mauritania, Somalia, Senega Country List : Chad, Guinea, Niger, Nigeria, Mali, Mauritania, Somalia, Senegal |
|
|
Level 2 - Zika in Indonesia
Cases of Zika are being reported in returning travelers from Bali, Indonesia. All travelers to Bali should take steps to prevent mosquito bites and sexual transmission of Zika virus during and after travel. |
|
|
Level 3 - Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease in Haut-Uélé and Tshopo Provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
CDC recommends avoiding nonessential travel to Haut-Uélé and Tshopo provinces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to the current Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak. |
|
|
Level 4 - Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease in Ituri and Nord-Kivu Provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
CDC recommends avoiding all travel to Ituri and Nord-Kivu (North-Kivu) provinces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to the current Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak unless traveling for humanitarian aid or emergency response. |
|
|
Level 2 - Chikungunya in Costa Rica
There is an outbreak of chikungunya in northwest Costa Rica. You can protect yourself by preventing mosquito bites. |
|
|
Level 1 - Diphtheria in Haiti
There is an outbreak of diphtheria in Haiti. Vaccination against diphtheria is essential to protect against the disease. |
|
|
Level 2 - Malaria in Yemen
Increased cases of malaria have been reported in Yemen, including in areas that were previously considered low-risk. |
|
|
Level 2 - Chikungunya in French Guiana
There is an outbreak of chikungunya in French Guiana. You can protect yourself by preventing mosquito bites. |
|
|
Level 1 - Hepatitis A in Canada
Manitoba, Canada is currently experiencing a hepatitis A virus (HAV) outbreak. HAV is contagious and spreads through close person-to-person contact and by eating contaminated food or drink. |
|
|
Level 2 - Malaria in Mayotte
Increased cases of malaria have been reported in Mayotte. Malaria is spread by the bite of infected mosquitoes. |
|
|
Level 2 - Chikungunya in Mauritius
There is an outbreak of chikungunya in Mauritius. You can protect yourself by preventing mosquito bites. |
|
|
Level 2 - Meningococcal Disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
There is an outbreak of meningococcal disease in the Mangembo Health Zone of Kongo Central Province. The best way to protect yourself is to get meningococcal vaccination. |
|
|
Level 2 - Chikungunya in Bolivia
There is an outbreak of chikungunya in Santa Cruz and Cochabamba Departments, Bolivia. You can protect yourself by preventing mosquito bites. |
|
|
Level 2 - Chikungunya in Suriname
There is an outbreak of chikungunya in Suriname. You can protect yourself by preventing mosquito bites. |
|
|
Level 1 - Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in Mexico
Illness and death due to Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) have been reported in the northern region of Mexico along the U.S. border, particularly in Baja California, Sonora, Chihuahua, Coahuila, and Nuevo León. |
|
|
Level 2 - Yellow Fever in Colombia
An increased number of cases of yellow fever have been reported in Colombia. |
|
|
Level 1 - Global Measles
Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel. Country List : Afghanistan, Benin, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Liberia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Republic of the Congo , Senegal, Somalia, Republic of South Sudan, Togo, Yemen, Kyrgyzstan, Armenia, Mauritania, Equatorial Guinea, Ghana, Kazakhstan, Burkina Faso, Türkiye (Turkey), United Arab Emirates, Burundi, Romania, Malaysia, Russia, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Philippines, Austria, Belarus, Georgia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, San Marino, Guinea, Kenya, Monaco, United Kingdom, including England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, Belgium, Ireland, Montenegro, Moldova, Serbia, Niger, Thailand, Guinea-Bissau, Libya, Mozambique, Saudi Arabia, Namibia, Sudan, Albania, Algeria, American Samoa, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla (U.K.), Antarctica, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Aruba, Australia, Azores (Portugal), The Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda (U.K.), Bhutan, Bolivia, Bonaire, Botswana, Brazil, British Indian Ocean Territory (U.K.), Brunei, Bulgaria, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Canada, Canary Islands (Spain), Cape Verde, Cayman Islands (U.K.), Chile, China, Christmas Island (Australia), Cocos (Keeling) Islands (Australia), Colombia, Comoros, Cook Islands (New Zealand), Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Curaçao, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Easter Island (Chile), Ecuador, including the Galápagos Islands, Egypt, El Salvador, Eritrea, Estonia, Eswatini (Swaziland), Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), Faroe Islands (Denmark), Fiji, Finland, France, French Guiana (France), French Polynesia, including the island groups of Society Islands (Tahiti, Moorea, and Bora-Bora), Marquesas Islands (Hiva Oa and Ua Huka), and Austral Islands (Tubuai and Rurutu), Gabon, The Gambia, Germany, Gibraltar (U.K.), Greece, Greenland (Denmark), Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guam (U.S.), Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, , Honduras, Hong Kong (China), Hungary, Iceland, India, Iran, Iraq, Israel, the West Bank and Gaza, Italy, including Holy See and Vatican City, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kiribati (formerly Gilbert Islands), includes Tarawa, Tabuaeran (Fanning Island), and Banaba (Ocean Island), Kosovo, Kuwait, Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macau (China), Madagascar, Madeira Islands (Portugal), Malawi, Maldives, Mali, Malta, Marshall Islands, Martinique (France), Mauritius, Mayotte (France), Mexico, The Federated States of Micronesia (Including Yap Islands, Pohnpei, Chuuk, and Kosrae), Mongolia, Montserrat (U.K.), Morocco, Nauru, Nepal, The Netherlands, New Caledonia (France), New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niue (New Zealand), Norfolk Island (Australia), North Korea, North Macedonia, Northern Mariana Islands (U.S.), including Saipan, Tinian, and Rota Island, Norway, Oman, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Pitcairn Islands (U.K.), Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico (U.S.), Qatar, Réunion (France), Rwanda, Saba, Saint Barthelemy, Saint Helena (U.K.), Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Martin, Saint Pierre and Miquelon (France), Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, São Tomé and Príncipe, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Sint Eustatius, Sint Maarten, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, South Africa, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands (U.K.), South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Suriname, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, including Zanzibar, Timor-Leste (East Timor), Tokelau (New Zealand), Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Turks and Caicos Islands (U.K.), Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, United States, Uruguay, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, British Virgin Islands, U.S. Virgin Islands, Wake Island, U.S., Zambia, Zimbabwe |
|
|
Tattoos
Source: Boston Children's Hospital |
|
|
Gaucher Disease
Source: Merck & Co., Inc. |
|
|
About Lead in the Workplace
Source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health |
|
|
Symptoms of Lead Exposure
Source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health |
|
|
Lead Poisoning: Diagnosis and Treatment
Source: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research |
|
|
Tattoos: 7 Unexpected Skin Reactions and What to Do about Them
Source: American Academy of Dermatology |
|
|
Moisture and Mold Prevention and Control Tips
Source: Environmental Protection Agency |
|
|
Mold and Your Home
Source: Environmental Protection Agency |
|
|
Ocean Pollution and Marine Debris
Source: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration |
|
|
Water
Source: Environmental Protection Agency |
|
|
Types of Nonpoint Source Pollution
Source: Environmental Protection Agency |
|
|
Nonpoint Source: Agriculture
Source: Environmental Protection Agency |
|
|
Nutrient Pollution
Source: Environmental Protection Agency |
|
|
Learn about Harmful Algae, Cyanobacteria and Cyanotoxins
Source: Environmental Protection Agency |
|
|
Consumable Fish and Shellfish
Source: Environmental Protection Agency |
|
|
Electric and Magnetic Fields from Power Lines
Source: Environmental Protection Agency |
|
|
Facts About Wearable Technology
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
|
|
Non-Ionizing Radiation From Wireless Technology
Source: Environmental Protection Agency |
|
|
About Non-Ionizing Radiation
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
|
|
Exercise Program for Peroneal Tendonitis
Source: Department of Veterans Affairs |
|
|
Tendinitis
Source: Harvard Medical School |
|
|
Lumbar Strain
Source: Johns Hopkins Medicine |
|
|
Back Safety
Source: Oklahoma State University, Department of Environmental Health and Safety - PDF |
|
|
Back Strain
Source: Texas Children's Hospital |
|
|
Why Is Colorblindness More Common in Men?
Source: American Academy of Ophthalmology |
|
|
Pemphigus Vulgaris
Source: Merck & Co., Inc. |
|
|
Bullous Pemphigoid
Source: Merck & Co., Inc. |
|
|
Mucous Membrane Pemphigoid
Source: Merck & Co., Inc. |
|
|
Types of Porphyria
Source: American Porphyria Foundation |
|
|
What Are Medical Countermeasures?
Source: Food and Drug Administration |
|
|
Frequently Asked Questions: National Biodefense Strategy
Source: Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response |
|
|
Bioterrorism and Anthrax: The Threat
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
|
|
Bioterrorism and Smallpox: The Threat
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
|
|
Bioterrorism and Q fever: The Threat
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
|
|
Bioterrorism and Botulism: The Threat
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
|
|
Bioterrorism and Plague: Preparedness
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
|
|
Melioidosis and Bioterrorism
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
|
|
Recognition of Biological Weapon Injuries
Source: Merck & Co., Inc. |
|
|
Bioterrorism Diseases
Source: Minnesota Department of Health |
|
|
Biological Weapons
Source: World Health Organization |
|
|
Albinism (For Parents)
Source: Nemours Foundation |
|
|
Acanthosis Nigricans (AN) (For Parents)
Source: Nemours Foundation |
|
|
Peritonsillar Abscess (For Parents)
Source: Nemours Foundation |
|
|
Brachial Plexus Injury (Burner or Stinger) (For Parents)
Source: Nemours Foundation |
|
|
Klinefelter Syndrome (XXY Syndrome) (For Parents)
Source: Nemours Foundation |
|
|
Need for More Marrow Donors
Source: Health Resources and Services Administration |
|
|
Cochlear Implants for Hearing Loss: How They Work and Who Should Use Them
Source: National Council on Aging |
|
|
Women's Health
Source: Food and Drug Administration |
|
|
Barotrauma
Source: Merck & Co., Inc. |
|
|
Recognizing and Preventing Barotrauma
Source: Divers Alert Network |
|
|
Decompression sickness
Source: Harvard Medical School |
|
|
Cleaning Supplies and Household Chemicals
Source: American Lung Association |
|
|
Laundry Packets
Source: Safe Kids Worldwide - In English and Spanish |
|
|
Search Products that Meet the Safer Choice Standard
Source: Environmental Protection Agency |
|
|
Use Arts and Crafts Materials Safely
Source: Health Canada |
|
|
Ammonia
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
|
|
Nutrition Facts Label and Your Health
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
|
|
Understanding Ingredients on Food Labels
Source: American Heart Association |
|
|
Calories on the Menu
Source: Food and Drug Administration |
|
|
Other Terms You Might See on a Food Label
Source: American Cancer Society |
|
|
How Loud is Too Loud?
Source: National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders - |
|
|
Sound Level Meter App
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
|
|
How Does Noise Damage Your Hearing?
Source: National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders - |
|
|
How Noise Affects Children
Source: American Academy of Pediatrics |
|
|
Listen Up! Protect Your Hearing
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - |
|
|
Impact on Quality of Life
Source: Center for Hearing and Communication |
|
|
Impact on Health
Source: Center for Hearing and Communication |
|
|
Climate and Health Resources
Source: Harvard School of Public Health |
|
|
Climate and Infectious Diseases
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
|
|
How Climate Change Can Make Children Sick: What Parents Need to Know
Source: American Academy of Pediatrics |
|
|
Indoor Air Quality and Changing Outdoor Environments
Source: Environmental Protection Agency |
|
|
Climate Changes Health: Mental Wellness
Source: American Public Health Association |
|
|
ClinicalTrials.gov: Serotonin and Noradrenaline Reuptake Inhibitors
Source: National Institutes of Health - |
|
|
ClinicalTrials.gov: Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors
Source: National Institutes of Health - |
|
|
FAQ: Understanding Acute Treatment for Migraine
Source: American Migraine Foundation - PDF |
|
|
FAQ: Understanding Preventive Treatment for Migraine
Source: American Migraine Foundation - PDF |
|
|
Migraine Emergency Survival Guide
Source: American Migraine Foundation - PDF |
|
|
Caring for a Child with Migraine
Source: American Migraine Foundation - PDF |
|
|
How to Apply for Social Security Disability Income: Filing for Disability with Migraine
Source: American Migraine Foundation - PDF |
|
|
Migraine: How It's Diagnosed and What That Means
Source: Harvard Medical School |
|
|
Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y)
Source: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research |
|
|
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Source: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research |
|
|
Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS)
Source: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research |
|
|
Bariatric Surgery vs. GLP-1s: Comparing Weight Loss Treatments
Source: Johns Hopkins Medicine |
|
|
Single Anastomosis Duodeno-Ileal Bypass with Sleeve Gastrectomy
Source: American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery |
|
|
Adjustable Gastric Band
Source: American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery |
|
|
Symptoms and Concerns
Source: American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery |
|
|
Handling a Hernia: When Something Slips Out of Place
Source: National Institutes of Health - |
|
|
Shin Splints (For Parents)
Source: Nemours Foundation |
|
|
Feeding FAQs
Source: American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association |
|
|
Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate: Diagnosis and Treatment
Source: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research |
|
|
Caring for Babies Born with Cleft Lip or Cleft Palate: AAP Report Explained
Source: American Academy of Pediatrics |
|
|
Help for People with Undiagnosed Medical Conditions
Source: National Organization for Rare Disorders |
|
|
RareDx for Parents: A Guide to Navigating a Rare Disease Diagnosis
Source: National Organization for Rare Disorders |
|
|
What Are Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors?
Source: National Cancer Institute - |
|
|
Life after weight-loss surgery
Source: Medical Encyclopedia |
|
|
Antifreeze poisoning
Source: Medical Encyclopedia |
|
|
Measles Cases and Outbreaks
Find the latest numbers of confirmed U.S. measles cases. CDC updates this page weekly. |
|
|
Screening for Autism Spectrum Disorder
Screening and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. |
|
|
Cancer and Men
Men have higher rates of getting and dying from cancer than women. |
|
|
About Venous Thromboembolism (Blood Clots)
Learn about symptoms, risk factors, and treatment for venous thromboembolism (blood clots). |
|
|
Skin Cancer Awareness
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. Most cases of melanoma, the deadliest kind of skin cancer, are caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. To lower your skin cancer risk, protect your skin from the sun and avoid indoor tanning. |
|
|
Teen Dating Violence
Discover the latest data about teen dating violence, its outcomes, and ways to prevent it. |
|
|
Preventing Salmonella Infection
See tips for preventing Salmonella infection, including from food, pets, and international travel. |
|
|
Diagnosing Breast Cancer
Tests used to find or diagnose breast cancer. |
|
|
Men & Diabetes
Men & Diabetes |
|
|
What is Infertility?
Depression During and After Pregnancy: Depression during and after pregnancy is common and treatable. |
|
|
Diabetes & Kidney Disease: What to Eat?
Here's help figuring out what to eat if you have diabetes and kidney disease |
|
|
Managing Diabetes at School
Make a diabetes management plan to handle your child's diabetes care at school. |
|
|
About Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is a bacterial disease spread through the bite of an infected tick. |
|
|
Managing Diabetes in the Heat
Take these steps to keep your cool when the weather gets warm. |
|
|
A1C Test for Diabetes and Prediabetes
An A1C test helps you understand your diabetes. Find out how it works, and when to get tested. |
|
|
Chickenpox Vaccine Saves Lives Infographic
Print resource showing the success of the chickenpox vaccine program over the first 25 years. |
|
|
Botulism Prevention
This page describes how to prevent various types of botulism. |
|
|
Four Steps to Food Safety: Clean, Separate, Cook, Chill
Following four simple steps at home can help protect you and your loved ones from food poisoning. |
|
|
About Chickenpox
Learn about chickenpox, signs, prevention, how the disease spreads, and common myths. |
|
|
Get Ahead of Sepsis - Know the Risks. Spot the Signs. Act Fast.
Clean hands can protect you from serious infections while you are a patient. |
|
|
Symptoms Caused by Freshwater Harmful Algal Blooms
Harmful algae in lakes and other bodies of fresh water can cause mild to serious symptoms. |
|
|
Respiratory Infections and Asthma
Information on flu, COVID, RSV and other respiratory infections and relation to asthma |
|
|
Opioids in the Workplace
The effects of opioid use and misuse are not isolated to work or home environments, and the potential for addiction may be preceded by injuries that happen in the workplace, with the consequences affecting both an individual's working life as well as their home life. By using Total Worker Health® principles, NIOSH is developing solutions to help workers and employers facing this epidemic in their communities. |
|
|
New Science Blog on Stress-Reducing Interventions
Physical and mental job stress are critical drivers of individual health problems and organizational and societal costs. This NIOSH Science Blog feature explores individual and organizational stress-reducing interventions across industries. |
|
|
Archived webinars on Opioids; Aging
View archived webinars on Overlapping Vulnerabilities in the Aging Workplace, and New Insights into the Opioid Crisis and Work: Important Information for Worker and Employers. Webinars available on demand. |
|
|
Fundamentals of TWH
The workbook, Fundamentals of Total Worker Health® Approaches: Essential Elements for Advancing Worker Safety, Health, and Well-being, prioritizes a hazard-free work environment for all workers and applies a modern prevention approach-consistent with traditional occupational safety and health prevention principles-that recognizes that job-related factors can have an important impact on the well-being of workers, their families, and their communities. |
|
|
Research Rounds featuring Centers of Excellence publications
NIOSH Research Rounds is a monthly bulletin of selected research conducted by researchers at NIOSH and NIOSH-funded institutions. |
|
