What is the CDC in simple terms?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is a federal agency that conducts and supports health promotion, prevention and preparedness activities in the United States, with the goal of improving overall public health.

Is the CDC a government seal?

The CDC and/or ATSDR logo and other related CDC, ATSDR or Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) logos and marks are U.S. government property and may not be used without express written permission from CDC, ATSDR and/or HHS.

Is the CDC part of the DOD?

CDC is one of the major operating components of the Department of Health and Human Services.

Was the World Trade Center insured?

After a protracted dispute with insurers over the amount of coverage available for rebuilding World Trade Center buildings 1, 2, 4 and 5, a series of court decisions determined that a maximum of $4.55 billion was payable and settlements were reached with the insurers in 2007.

When was the World Trade Center Health Program established?

July 2011
The WTC Health Program officially launched in July 2011, replacing two earlier 9/11-related health programs— the Medical Monitoring and Treatment Program and the WTC Environmental Health Center Community Program.

What does CDC stand for in government?

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
CDC – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

What is the role of the CDC in infection control?

CDC develops guidelines and recommendations to improve the effectiveness and impact of public health interventions and inform key audiences, such as clinicians, public health practitioners, and the public.

Are CDC documents copyrighted?

Are CDC materials on the web copyrighted? CDC materials available on the web site are in the public domain (free of copyright restrictions) unless otherwise noted. The CDC logo is NOT in the public domain and may not be used without a trademark licensing agreement.

Who is CDC funded by?

How does CDC get operating funds? The main source of CDC discretionary funds is budget authority, which are annual appropriations determined by the U.S. Congress.

Where are the CDC locations?

Atlanta
The CDC is headquartered in Atlanta at 1600 Clifton Road, close to Emory University.

Who is in charge of the CDC?

Robin D. Bailey Jr., MA, is the Chief Operating Officer of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one of 10 major operating divisions of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).