The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) was originally known as the Communicable Disease Center, which was formed to fight malaria. It was originally headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, since the Southern states faced the worst threat from malaria.
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People with high total cholesterol have about two times the risk for heart disease as people with ideal levels.
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Asthma cases in Americans are about 75% higher today than they were in 1980.
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Blood in the urine can be a sign of a kidney stone, glomerulonephritis, or other kidney problems.
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To combat osteoporosis, changes in lifestyle and diet are recommended. At-risk patients should include 1,200 to 1,500 mg of calcium daily either via dietary means or with supplements.
