CDC - Did You Know? - STLT Gateway

CDC - Did You Know? - STLT Gateway

Did You Know?

This weekly feature from CDC’s Office for State, Tribal, Local and Territorial Support provides CDC news and data to inform prevention activities. April editions of Did You Know? highlighted adverse childhood experiences; childhood immunizations; CDC’s AtlasPlus tool, which illustrates national STD prevalence data; and the latest Vital Signs report, which describes nationwide increases in unusual antibiotic resistance genes. April 27, 2018 More than 59% of adults in a 2010 survey reported experiencing at least one adverse childhood experience (ACE) before age 18.  ACEs are associated with many adverse health outcomes along with unemployment, poverty, and decreased likelihood of completing high school. Public health professionals can promote ACE prevention efforts[PDF-3.9MB] that support safe, stable, nurturing environments[PDF-5.5MB]for children and families at work, in communities, and at home.