We are saddened to learn of the passing of Bernie Marcus, cofounder and former CEO and chairman of The Home Depot. Marcus also served as the former chairman of the CDC Foundation's board of directors. While he is known to most of the world for his incredible business career, here at the CDC Foundation he is also remembered as a champion of public health in his efforts to strengthen the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention by helping the agency do more, faster. Through the generosity of his time and support, Marcus catalyzed commitments to strengthen CDC’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in the early 2000s in the aftermath of the September 11 terrorist attacks. And, he then joined other Atlanta business leaders in advocating to Congress for a reimagined campus and lab infrastructure for CDC to meet the increasing demands of the 21st Century. Today, we celebrate the life and world-changing impact of Bernie Marcus—thank you for making the world a healthier and safer place for us all.
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The CDC Foundation helps the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) save and improve lives by unleashing the power of collaboration between CDC, philanthropies, corporations, organizations and individuals to protect the health, safety and security of America and the world. The CDC Foundation is the go-to nonprofit authorized by Congress to mobilize philanthropic partners and private-sector resources to support CDC’s critical health protection mission. Since 1995, the CDC Foundation has raised over $2 billion and launched more than 1,300 programs impacting a variety of health threats from chronic disease conditions including cardiovascular disease and cancer, to infectious diseases like rotavirus and HIV, to emergency responses, including COVID-19 and Ebola. The CDC Foundation managed hundreds of programs in the United States and in more than 90 countries last year.
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#ICYMI: The measles-rubella microarray patch is a small sticker that could address some pretty large problems. Measles-containing vaccines are 97% effective at preventing the spread of what is considered one of the world's most contagious diseases, but transporting the vaccine, especially those that require refrigeration, to remote areas around the world can be complicated. Roughly the size of a silver dollar coin, this patch is an innovative vaccine method that requires no refrigeration (unlike the current measles and rubella vaccine), is easy to transport and even easier to administer. Learn how close we are to seeing widespread use of this incredible solution: https://cdcf.link/3TE2vd5
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#ICYMI: Ever wonder if there should be a Nobel Prize dedicated to public health? A similar, prestigious award already exists: the James and Sarah Fries Prize for Improving Health. Read more in Dr. Judy Monroe's latest article: https://cdcf.link/3Asq7Lc
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As many of us working in the field know, public health often works best when it is unseen—when it stops diseases before they disrupt communities, when it prevents illnesses and injuries before they impact individuals and families. With increases in extreme weather across the country, the public health community can play an important role in engaging with employers to help protect workers. This article highlights the need for action as well as the work of the National Commission on Climate and Workforce Health, which is made up of a diverse group of prominent U.S. business leaders and public health and safety experts and where I am a member.
A business case for protecting workers from extreme heat
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November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month! A healthy body leads to a healthy brain. Small changes to your lifestyle, such as increasing physical activity and managing your blood pressure, can help keep your brain healthy and lower your risk for Alzheimer’s disease. Discover more ways to improve your brain health from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://cdcf.link/3NP2ZcZ
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In honor of Dia De Los Muertos, we're sharing a few photos from a community event hosted by Brighton Park Neighborhood Council in 2022 to help encourage vaccines and honor loved ones. We are proud to have partnered with Brighton Park Neighborhood Council as a part of the Partnering for Vaccine Equity project.
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Earlier this week, our President and CEO Dr. Judy Monroe interviewed students and young professionals while at #APHA2024. So, we're asking, what's a piece of advice you would give someone starting out in Public Health? ✍️ Comment below and share your thoughts!
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Much like the esteemed Nobel Prize, the prestigious James and Sarah Fries Prize for Improving Health elevates and celebrates public health achievements and taps into a much-needed recognition of the field's transformative impact. Recipients of this prize have shaped public health on both a U.S. and global scale, tackling issues ranging from chronic and infectious disease prevention to efforts aimed at achieving health for all. In our President and CEO Dr. Judy Monroe's latest article, read about the history and legacy of the James and Sarah Fries Prize for Improving Health and the role it plays in celebrating the field public health.
Celebrating Those Who Dedicate Their Lives to Improving Population Health
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Like ghosts, bacteria and parasites are things you can't see but can haunt you. That's why, for #Halloween, we're sharing information on the spookiest thing of all...antimicrobial resistance! Read more here: https://cdcf.link/4hnXfo9
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On #Halloween, we celebrate the spooky parts of death like mummies or zombies. But, thanks to a new initiative to help medical examiners and coroners—also referred to as Medicolegal Death Investigators (MDI)—we can also offer resources around death certificate reporting and information for local health departments and communities. Learn more about how MDI Connect allows faster access to death certificates and a quicker response to health threats: https://cdcf.link/3z83vir
Shareable Death Data Benefits the Public and Public Health
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