Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
/ˈsɛn·tərz fɔr dɪˈziz kənˌtroʊl ænd prɪˈvɛn·ʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A federal agency under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services responsible for public health and safety through control and prevention of disease, injury, and disability.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued updated guidelines for pandemic response.
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- centers for disease control and prevention
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Commentary
Often cited in legal contexts involving public health policy, emergency health regulations, and disease control mandates.
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