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- Cervical Cancer Rates
- The Pap test and HPV vaccine can help prevent cervical cancer
(Published: February 4, 2010)
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
- Knowledge of the RSV season can help prevent its spread.
(Published: January 28, 2010)
- Birth Defects
- Top Cause of Infant Death in Most Recent Data Release
(Published: January 22, 2010)
- Cancer Rates Continue to Decrease
- Annual Report to the Nation on the Status of Cancer, 1975–2006.
(Published: January 14, 2010)
- Obesity, Diabetes Estimates
- Highest rates in the South, Appalachia and some tribal lands
(Published: January 7, 2010)
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Excessive alcohol use can lead to increased risk of health problems
(Published: December 30, 2009)
- Down Syndrome
- The total number of cases at birth in the US increased.
(Published: December 23, 2009)
- Insufficient Rest or Sleep in Adults
- Sufficient sleep is not a luxury—it is a necessity
(Published: December 7, 2009)
- Rates of New Lung Cancer Cases
- Lung cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer in both men and women.
(Published: November 23, 2009)
- Hepatitis A Vaccination
- Rates in Children by ACIP Recommendation Status, 2006 and 2007
(Published: November 4, 2009)
- Breast Cancer Incidence and Death Rates
- Mammograms are the best method to detect breast cancer early
(Published: October 28, 2009)
- TB Cases 2008
- Intervention efforts targeting those at high risk for TB
(Published: October 16, 2009)
- Mammography Percentages
- If you are a woman aged 40 years or older, get a mammogram every one to two years.
(Published: October 9, 2009)
- Nation's Childhood Immunization Rates Remain High
- Vaccination is one of the most important things parents can do to protect their children's health
(Published: October 2, 2009)
- The Burden of Rabies
- Learn how to help prevent rabies
(Published: September 24, 2009)
- Hematologic Cancers by Gender
- Strike males more often than females, but deaths are decreasing.
(Published: September 22, 2009)
- New Cases of Gynecologic Cancers
- The Pap test and HPV vaccine can help prevent cervical cancer.
(Published: September 16, 2009)
- Prostate Cancer
- Talk to your doctor about being screened for prostate cancer
(Published: September 9, 2009)
- Working in Hot Environments
- Workers should avoid exposure to extreme heat
(Published: September 3, 2009)
- Overweight Children
- Overweight Children Ages 6-17: Increased from 6% in 1976-1980 to 17% in 2005-2006
(Published: August 28, 2009)
- School Health Policies and Programs Study
- U.S. Schools Show Decreasing Availability of Junk Food and Promoting Physical Activity.
(Published: August 25, 2009)
- Breastfeeding
- Increase in breastfeeding among US children 0 to 5 years of age, 2003 and 2007
(Published: August 11, 2009)
- Cancer in Children
- Leading cause of death among children in the United States declining
(Published: July 30, 2009)
- Obesity Rates
- Racial and ethnic disparities in obesity rates
(Published: July 24, 2009)
- Youth Violence
- Monitoring trends in National and State Statistics
(Published: July 15, 2009)
- 47.5 Million U.S. Adults Report a Disability
- Arthritis Remains Most Common Cause
(Published: July 8, 2009)
- Fireworks-Related Injuries in 2007
- Be Safe: Leave Fireworks Displays to Trained Professionals
(Published: July 1, 2009)
- People Living with HIV but Unaware, United States, 2006
- National HIV Testing Day is June 27th. Take the Test, Take Control.
(Published: June 26, 2009)
- Top 10 Cancers Among Men
- Men can reduce their risk of some cancers by avoiding smoking and receiving regular colorectal cancer screening tests.
(Published: June 19, 2009)
- Negative Health Behaviors
- More U.S. Men Report Negative Health Behaviors than U.S. Women
(Published: June 12, 2009)
- Drinking While Pregnant Still a Problem
- Alcohol use during pregnancy can cause birth defects and developmental disabilities.
(Published: June 3, 2009)
- Congenital Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Disease
- The Congenital Disease Mothers Don't Know About
(Published: May 22, 2009)
- Cancer Incidence and Diagnosis Rates
- Talk to your doctor about ways you can reduce your cancer risks.
(Published: April 29, 2009)
- Swine Flu
- U.S. Human Cases of Swine Flu Infection
(Published: April 28, 2009)
- Malaria Cases Reported in the United States, 2007
- Be aware of ways to prevent travel-related diseases like malaria.
(Published: April 21, 2009)
- World TB Day 2009
- Education and intervention efforts targeting those at high risk for TB
(Published: March 23, 2009)
- Diabetes is Common, Disabling, Deadly
- Early detection can prevent much of diabetes' burden.
(Published: March 23, 2009)
- Colorectal (Colon) Cancer
- Regular screening for colorectal cancer saves lives
(Published: March 18, 2009)
- Anxiety and Depression
- Seek help early to reduce health effects and improve quality of life.
(Published: March 12, 2009)
- Influenza and Antiviral Drugs
- Health care providers: monitor influenza activity in your area.
(Published: March 6, 2009)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- An Estimated 26 Million Adults in the United States have CKD.
(Published: March 3, 2009)
- Arthritis and Managing Heart Disease
- Managing Heart Disease Through Physical Activity? Arthritis May Create Challenges.
(Published: February 26, 2009)
- Top 10 Cancer Sites
- Learn how to reduce your risks of these and other cancers.
(Published: February 19, 2009)
- 2006 ART Clinic Success Rates Report
- Examine all related issues before beginning treatment for infertility.
(Published: February 12, 2009)
- National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day 2009
- Learn about HIV/AIDS, get tested for HIV, and speak out against discrimination associated with HIV/AIDS.
(Published: February 6, 2009)
- Trends in Spina Bifida
- Women of childbearing age: take at least 400 micrograms of folic acid daily.
(Published: January 22, 2009)
- Trends in Spina Bifida
- Women of childbearing age should consume at least 400 mcg of folic acid daily
(Published: January 15, 2009)
- Electronic Aggression
- Excessive alcohol use can lead to increased risk of health problems
(Published: January 7, 2009)
- HPV-Associated Cancers in the US Population
- Learn about HPV's impact on men's and women's health.
(Published: December 18, 2008)
- Blood Pressure Categories by Race/Ethnicity
- Know your blood pressure level and check it regularly
(Published: December 12, 2008)
- Health Insurance
- 30.4% of Hispanics, 17% of blacks, and 9.9% of whites do not have health insurance
(Published December 3, 2008)
- World AIDS Day
- Estimates of New HIV Infections in the United States.
(Published November 26, 2008)
- Long-term Trends in Diabetes
- Early detection, preventive care, education, and self-management can prevent much of diabetes' burden.
(Published: November 21, 2008)
- Average Duration of Pregnancy, by Number of Births (per Pregnancy)
- Work with your health care provider to minimize the risk of premature birth.
(Published: November 14, 2008)
- Rate of New Cases of Diabetes among Adults, by State
- To prevent diabetes, lifestyle interventions must be developed and delivered to those at risk.
(Published November 7, 2008)
- Breast Cancer Screening Services Provided
- Mammography is the best method to detect breast cancer in its earliest, most treatable form. Early detection can save lives.
(Published October 31, 2008)
- Disability and Health Status
- Strategies to reduce racial health inequalities must improve the health and well-being of people with disabilities as well.
(Published October 16, 2008)
- Health Status and Routine Physical Activities in Adults by Hearing Status
- Adults with hearing loss have substantial health disparities.
(Published October 9, 2008)
- Adult Daily Activity Limitations, by Age Group and Type
- Those over age 75 are three times more likely to need help with daily activities. (Published September 22, 2008)
- Older Adults Receiving Exercise Counseling
- Being physically active can prevent and help treat many common chronic medical conditions.
(Published: August 28, 2008)
- Adults Reporting Joint Pain or Stiffness
- Understanding the possible causes and treatment options is key to improving joint health.
(Published: August 20, 2008)
- Obesity in US Adults, BRFSS, 2007
- No state met the Healthy People 2010 goal of 15% adult obesity
(Published July 17, 2008)
- 2007 National Diabetes Fact Sheet Data
- Diabetes: Minorities Face Greater Burden
(Published July 9, 2008)
- Percentage of Adults Ever Tested for HIV, United States, 2006
- HIV: Get Tested and Know Your Status
(Published: June 20, 2008)
- Dental Visits in the Past Year --- 1997, 2004, and 2005
- About how long has it been since you last saw or talked to a dentist?
(Published: June 5, 2008)
- Newest Arthritis Estimates
- Recent arthritis estimates gathered in a federal and private collaborative effort.
(Published: May 20, 2008)
- Asian/Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS
- May 19, 2008 is National Asian & Pacific Islander (A&PI) HIV/AIDS Awareness Day.
(Published: May 16, 2008)
- Sleep Studies
- Percentage of adults who reported an average of ≤6 hours of sleep per 24-hour period.
(Published: May 14, 2008)
- Teen Pregnancy and Birth Rates
- Birth Rates in Teen Girls Ages 15-19, 2006
(Published: May 7, 2008)
- Asthma and Allergy Awareness
- May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
(Published: May 1, 2008)
- Reported Child Maltreatment Victims
- Child Maltreatment Victims Younger than
12 Months Old, United States, 2006
(Published: April 23, 2008)
- Pediatric Arthritis
- A national data-based estimate of the number of children diagnosed with arthritis
(Published: April 16, 2008)
- Children's Respiratory Hospitalizations
- Hospitalizations for Types of Respiratory Diseases, Children Aged <15 Years, 2005
(Published: April 9, 2008)
- World TB Day 2008
- World TB Day provides an opportunity to communicate TB-related problems and solutions.
(Published: March 21, 2008)
- National Native HIV/AIDS
- March 20, 2008 is National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NNHAAD).
(Published: March 19, 2008)
- National Poison Prevention Week
- Data & Statistics home page feature examines poisoning-related deaths from 2004.
(Published: March 17, 2008)
- Nonfatal Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs)
- Injuries from Sports and Recreation Activities --- United States, 2001—2005
(Published: March 13, 2008)
- Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness
- Monday, March 10, 2008 is National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NWGHAAD).
(Published: March 7, 2008)
- Work-related Eye Injuries
- Work-related Eye Injuries Treated in Emergency Departments by Injury Source (2000)
(Published: February 27, 2008)
- Physical Activity among Adults
- Prevalence of Regular Physical Activity Among Adults – United States, 2001 and 2005
(Published: January 23, 2008)
- Folic Acid Supplements
- Use of Supplements Containing Folic Acid Among Women of Childbearing Age - United States, 2007
(Published: January 16, 2008)
- New Patient Acceptance Percentages
- Percentage of Office-Based Primary-Care Physicians Who Did Not Accept New Patients
(Published December 6, 2007)
- Births by Gestational Age
- Distribution of Births by Gestational Age, United States, 1990 and 2005.
(Published November 21, 2007)
- Blood Glucose Daily Self-Monitoring
- Rate of Daily Self-Monitoring Among Adults with Diabetes Aged 18 Years and Older, 1997-2006.
(Published November 14, 2007)
- U.S. TB Cases by Birthplace
- U.S. TB rates in foreign-born persons have declined less than those in U.S.-born persons.
(Published November 7, 2007)
- Physical Activity, United States, 2005
- 25.6% of adults with a disability were inactive, compared with 12.8% of those without disabilities.
(Published October 17, 2007)
- HIV Testing in Hispanics, 2006
- Among adult Hispanics, 35.7% of men and 46.1% of women reported ever being tested for HIV.
(Published October 15, 2007)
- Breastfed Infants, United States
- Among infants born during 1990—1993, 55% were ever breastfed; during 1997—2000, 67% were.
(Published October 10, 2007)
- Adults Reporting Arthritis or a Related Condition, United States, 2006
- Women were more likely than men to report having some form of arthritis.
(Published October 3, 2007)
- Smoking Cessation Advice and Assistance
- In 2005, 47.9 percent of smokers reported that healthcare professionals advised them to quit smoking in the past twelve months.
(Published September 25, 2007)
- Nail Gun Injuries
- In 2005, approximately 28,000 (98%) of 28,600 workers injured by nail guns were men.
(Published September 12, 2007)
- Youth Suicide, United States
- In 2004, suicide was the 3rd leading cause of death among adolescents.
(Published September 6, 2007)
- Prevalence of Heart Disease, U.S., 2005
- A total of 6.5% of respondents reported a history of one or more heart conditions.
(Published August 8, 2007)
- Statistics on Asthma-related Absences
- Asthma attacks interfere with daily activities, including attending school and going to work.
(Published July 24, 2007)
- U.S. Adults with Sunburn
- In 1999, 2003, and 2004, one third of U.S. adults reported one or more sunburns during the preceding year.
(Published July 11, 2007)
- HIV Testing During Pregnancy
- Perinatal HIV transmission is the most common route of HIV infection in children.
(Published June 27, 2007)
- Secondhand Smoke
- An estimated 45 million people smoke cigarettes in the United States.
(Published June 14, 2007)
- Teen Seat Belt Use
- Compared with other age groups, teens have the lowest rate of seat belt use.
(Published June 6, 2007)
- Statistics on Increased Risk for HIV Infection
- The latest data on risk of HIV infection
(Published May 22, 2007)
- Health Insurance
- Health insurance coverage improves access and quality of medical care.
(Published May 4, 2007)
- Physical Activity
- Who said physical activity is all work?
(Published April 19, 2007)
Page last reviewed: February 4, 2010
Page last updated: February 4, 2010
Content source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Content owner: National Center for Health Marketing
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Page last updated: February 4, 2010
Content source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Content owner: National Center for Health Marketing
URL for this page: www.cdc.gov/Features/DataStatistics.html
