Key points Preventing tick bites on people Before you go outdoors After you come indoors Reducing risk of tick exposure around homes Apply pesticides outdoors

Key points What it is Spina bifida is a condition that affects the spine and is usually apparent at birth. It is a type of

Key points Why it’s important Folic acid is a form of folate, which is a B vitamin. It helps your body make new cells (for

Key points Populations impacted Research shows that some women in the United States do not get enough folic acid to prevent neural tube defects (NTDs).

What to know Overview Pets, like people, naturally carry bacteria and other germs We love our pets. Many of us have pet dogs and cats,

Key points Overview Emergencies come in many forms: fires, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes, floods, violent storms, and even terrorism. Leaving pets out of evacuation plans can

What to know Overview We all want our dogs and cats to have the best and healthiest food. However, just like our food, pet food

Key points Symptoms Symptoms vary depending on the person infected and the part of the body affected. Two kinds of illness Listeria can cause invasive illness

Key points What it is Norovirus is a very contagious virus that causes vomiting and diarrhea. It is sometimes called the “stomach flu” or the

Key points Protect yourself during and after winter storms Winter storms are dangerous. They can bring cold temperatures, power failures, loss of communication services, and