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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

U.S. federal public-health agency focused on disease prevention, monitoring, preparedness and response; an HHS operating division.

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Organization profile

Organization type
Government public health agency
Headquarters / base
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Geographic scope
National
Status verification
Status last verified 2026-10-24.

Medical focus

Public healthInfectious diseases

Activities

SurveillancePublic health guidanceEmergency preparedness

Population served

General populationHealth professionalsPolicy makers

Institutional relationships

Where this organization fits

Evidence-based links to other public institutions. Connections do not imply endorsement.
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