title: The USA Centers for Disease Control: current priorities.
abstract: Since it was first established (during World War II) the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has modified and extended its responsibilities as a major public health agency. Its current activities include the provision of professional training/development and the provision of epidemiologic aid and consultation. AIDS, Legionnaires' disease and toxic-shock syndrome are a few examples of the challenges faced by today's CDC.
authors.affiliation: Centers for Disease Control, Atlanta, GA 30333.
authors.forename: J O
authors.initials: JO
authors.lastname: Mason
authors.forename: J D
authors.initials: JD
authors.lastname: Essien
mesh_terms: D002487:Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S.; D006292:Health Priorities; D014481:United States