The flu is a very contagious respiratory virus that can cause mild to severe illness. Learn more about what to do if you have the flu.
Read More »Keeping Children & Teens Healthy
Advancing Tobacco Control Practices To Prevent Initiation of Tobacco Use Among Youth and Young Adults, Eliminate Exposure to Secondhand Smoke, and Identify and Eliminate Tobacco- Related Disparities: Request for Information.
February 11, 2019 Tobacco use among youth and young adults is a large health concern. NCHR wrote a comment to the CDC regarding efforts to minimize usage among this population.
Read More »Should I Get the Flu Shot?
It’s that time of year again — time to get your flu shot! Everyone aged 6 months or over and without any restrictive health conditions is encouraged to get the flu shot, not the nasal spray, every year.
Read More »The Dangers of Juuling
The popularity of a brand of e-cigarettes called “Juuls” is now exposing adolescents to high levels of nicotine, which can have harmful effects on their health and well-being.
Read More »What are Artificial Turf and Playgrounds Made Of? How Can They Harm Your Child’s Health (or Yours?)
There is growing evidence that all artificial fields and playgrounds are made with materials that can be dangerous for children and adults. Our Center has testified before the Washington, D.C. City Council, and we are working with parents across the country who seek our help in convincing their communities to choose grass and avoid artificial turf whenever possible.
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