CDC - Partnership Matters Newsletter: November 26, 2008

A Message from the Editor

December 24, 2008

CDC is responding to the effects of the winter storm power outages in the Northeast. CDC is committed to helping those impacted by the winter storms and their families recover and, therefore, want to make sure you have the most current information to help protect those who have been impacted.

Attached are links to information related to power outages that you may find particularly helpful to the communities you serve. Feel free to share this information as widely as possible. Additional language translations are also available.

If you have any additional questions or concerns that are not addressed below, you may call the CDC Hotline at 1-800-CDC-INFO (toll free) for calls originating in the United States.

A) Printed Materials

Preventing the Health Effects associated with Winter Storms (frostbite, hypothermia, carbon monoxide, dangers associated with power outages)
Cleaning up Safely after a Winter Storm (chain saw injury prevention, electrical hazards, carbon monoxide poisoning prevention)

B) PSAs related to winter storms

I. Available as Script, Audio, Video, ASL, Podcast

Avoiding Carbon Monoxide Poisoning During a Power Outage

II. Available as Script, Audio, Podcast

III. Available as Script, Audio

IV. Available as Script, Video, ASL

Handwashing after a Disaster

Warm Wishes for a Safe and Healthy Holiday,

CDC Partnerships

CDC Headlines

Preventing Childhood Injuries: Protect the Ones You Love
Nearly 9.2 million children between birth and age 19 are seen each year in emergency departments for injuries. Injuries are the leading cause of death in children ages 19 and younger. You can play a life-saving role in protecting children from injuries. To assist, CDC has a new tool that aids in the prevention of child injuries. >> read the full text

Diabetes Work on Display at Smithsonian
The original artwork from the Eagle Books series is on display at the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI). Through the Eyes of the Eagle: Illustrating Healthy Living for Children is the first exhibition at NMAI targeting children. This first-time partnership between CDC and the Smithsonian was the result of a collaborative effort between the Division of Diabetes Translation, the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, and the Global Health Odyssey Museum. >> read the full text

CDC’s 2008 Top Ten Audio and Video Podcasts
The most frequently played podcast of 2008 provides key facts on methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), a hot topic for school officials, parents, and healthcare professionals. The second most popular podcast discusses hand hygiene and the importance of hand washing. Listen to or view the top CDC podcasts for 2008. >> read the full text

Events and Seminars

All events and seminars listed are open to CDC's partners. For more information, contact the POC listed. >> read the full text

Ann Albright (left) was presented the Rachmiel Levine Medal for Service by Karmeen Kulkani

Albright Receives Rachmiel Levine Medal for Service
In recognition of her leadership and service to the American Diabetes Association (ADA) as president, Healthcare and Education, Ann Albright, PhD, RD, received the organization's prestigious Rachmiel Levine Medal for Service. >> read the full text

CDC Personnel

Retirement
Errol Reiss, PhD, microbiologist, Mycotic Diseases Branch, Division of Foodborne, Bacterial and Mycotic Diseases, NCZVED, January 2, 2009.

Ronald (Ron) F. Thomas, space planner, Buildings and Facilities Office, Office of the Chief Operating Officer, January 3, 2009.

Get Informed

Extreme Cold: A Prevention Guide to Promote Your Personal Health and Safety

HPV-Associated Cancers in the US Population

NPIN Launches Featured Partner

CDC Partnership Matters: Reader's Feedback
The bi-weekly update is prepared by CDC's Division of Partnership and Strategic Alliances. Readers are welcome to comment by e-mail to cdcpartnerships@cdc.gov.


IN THIS ISSUE A Message from the Editor Winter Storm Power Outages CDC Headlines Preventing Childhood Injuries: Protect the Ones You Love Diabetes Work on Display at Smithsonian CDC’s Top Ten Audio and Video Podcasts for 2008 Events and Seminars Ann Albright Receives Rachmiel Levine Medal for Service CDC Personnel Retirement Get Informed Extreme Cold: A Prevention Guide to Promote Your Personal Health and Safety HPV-Associated Cancers in the US Population NPIN Launches Featured Partner	A Message from the Editor December 24, 2008 CDC is responding to the effects of the winter storm power outages in the Northeast. CDC is committed to helping those impacted by the winter storms and their families recover and, therefore, want to make sure you have the most current information to help protect those who have been impacted. Attached are links to information related to power outages that you may find particularly helpful to the communities you serve. Feel free to share this information as widely as possible. Additional language translations are also available. If you have any additional questions or concerns that are not addressed below, you may call the CDC Hotline at 1-800-CDC-INFO (toll free) for calls originating in the United States. A) Printed Materials Preventing the Health Effects associated with Winter Storms (frostbite, hypothermia, carbon monoxide, dangers associated with power outages) Cleaning up Safely after a Winter Storm (chain saw injury prevention, electrical hazards, carbon monoxide poisoning prevention) B) PSAs related to winter storms I. Available as Script, Audio, Video, ASL, Podcast Avoiding Carbon Monoxide Poisoning During a Power Outage II. Available as Script, Audio, Podcast Preventing Hypothermia and Frostbite Recognizing Frostbite Recognizing Hypothermia Proper Use of Candles during a Power Outage III. Available as Script, Audio Emergency Wound Care after a Disaster Preventing Chain Saw Injuries after a Disaster Coping with Depression and Thoughts of Suicide after a Disaster IV. Available as Script, Video, ASL Handwashing after a Disaster Warm Wishes for a Safe and Healthy Holiday, CDC Partnerships CDC Headlines Preventing Childhood Injuries: Protect the Ones You Love Nearly 9.2 million children between birth and age 19 are seen each year in emergency departments for injuries. Injuries are the leading cause of death in children ages 19 and younger. You can play a life-saving role in protecting children from injuries. To assist, CDC has a new tool that aids in the prevention of child injuries. >> read the full text Diabetes Work on Display at Smithsonian The original artwork from the Eagle Books series is on display at the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI). Through the Eyes of the Eagle: Illustrating Healthy Living for Children is the first exhibition at NMAI targeting children. This first-time partnership between CDC and the Smithsonian was the result of a collaborative effort between the Division of Diabetes Translation, the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, and the Global Health Odyssey Museum. >> read the full text CDC’s 2008 Top Ten Audio and Video Podcasts The most frequently played podcast of 2008 provides key facts on methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), a hot topic for school officials, parents, and healthcare professionals. The second most popular podcast discusses hand hygiene and the importance of hand washing. Listen to or view the top CDC podcasts for 2008. >> read the full text Events and Seminars All events and seminars listed are open to CDC's partners. For more information, contact the POC listed. >> read the full text Albright Receives Rachmiel Levine Medal for Service In recognition of her leadership and service to the American Diabetes Association (ADA) as president, Healthcare and Education, Ann Albright, PhD, RD, received the organization's prestigious Rachmiel Levine Medal for Service. >> read the full text CDC Personnel Retirement Errol Reiss, PhD, microbiologist, Mycotic Diseases Branch, Division of Foodborne, Bacterial and Mycotic Diseases, NCZVED, January 2, 2009. Ronald (Ron) F. Thomas, space planner, Buildings and Facilities Office, Office of the Chief Operating Officer, January 3, 2009. Get Informed Extreme Cold: A Prevention Guide to Promote Your Personal Health and Safety HPV-Associated Cancers in the US Population NPIN Launches Featured Partner CDC Partnership Matters: Reader's Feedback The bi-weekly update is prepared by CDC's Division of Partnership and Strategic Alliances. Readers are welcome to comment by e-mail to cdcpartnerships@cdc.gov.