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CDC Responds to the Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill

UPDATE: This information is current as of June 25, 2010 at 11:00am EDT

CDC and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recognize the importance of anticipating, monitoring and responding to any potential public health hazards that may affect human health. Currently, 242 CDC and ATSDR staff members are involved in the response, including 21 staff members who are deployed to Gulf Coast states. CDC is monitoring potential health threats or conditions across the five Gulf States that may arise as a result of human exposure to the oil spill. We are in constant communication with state and local health departments and will quickly support and respond to any emerging health threats.

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