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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is a US federal agency that conducts and supports health promotion, disease prevention, and preparedness ac

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is a US federal agency that conducts and supports health promotion, disease prevention, and preparedness activities. Founded in 1946, the CDC works closely with the World Health Organization (WHO), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and other global health organizations to protect public health. The CDC is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and is led by Director Rochelle Walensky, who has been instrumental in shaping the agency's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, working closely with experts like Dr. Anthony Fauci and Dr. Deborah Birx.