Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.)
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Language
Español
Description
Broadcast-quality, public service announcements (PSAs) from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that cover a broad range of public health and safety topics, including the prevention of diseases, accidents, and injuries, particularly after disasters. Some clips are targeted to audiences labelled "General (Mature)," "General (Urban)," "Kids," or "Community." Collection includes lengthier CDC presentations (audio and video) that are not public...
Language
English
Description
To compensate for a shortage of liquid Tamiflu® (oseltamivir phosphate) for children in pharmacies, provides instruction on how to make a Tamiflu® suspension, or liquid mixture that incorporates capsules' contents, at home. Provides referrals to CDC's online flu resources.
Language
English
Description
Covers statistics of obesity in the U.S. Examines environmental changes that have resulted in increased food availability and decreased opportunities for physical activity. Covers the possible roles of individual responsibility, schools, communities, local governments, and commercial corporations in promoting healthy food choices and active lifestyles.
Language
English
Description
Explains teens' vulnerabilities to dating abuse, and describes tell-tale behaviors of teen abusers and teen victims. Addresses parents' role in recognizing associated warning signs. Provides guidelines to parents for communicating with teens to support healthy relationships and for monitoring teens' behavior to ensure their safety.