a federal agency in the Department of Health and Human Services; located in Atlanta; investigates and diagnoses and tries to control or prevent diseases (especially new and unusual diseases)
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cdc::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | center for disease control and prevention |
| Type of | agency, authority, bureau, federal agency, government agency, office |
Examples of cdc
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The CDC says that cholera in Haiti matches strains commonly found in South Asia.
From the time.com
The CDC plans to release a similar number for flame retardants in late December.
From the forbes.com
The CDC is cutting Alaska's budget for such vaccines by $1.2 million, Wood said.
From the thenewstribune.com
The CDC on Tuesday confirmed a sixth death in Colorado and a second in New York.
From the stltoday.com
Daigle said that a typical CDC blog post might get between 1,000 and 3,000 hits.
From the au.news.yahoo.com
Two of the victims live in Maryland, and two live in Virginia, the CDC reported.
From the washingtonpost.com
If used correctly, respirators are more likely to reduce flu risk, the CDC says.
From the latimes.com
It was so minor, she said, that the CDC didn't notify the state of the mutation.
From the sltrib.com
This year, the CDC is recommending older children up to 18 years old get a shot.
From the thestate.com
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