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CDC Testing Shows Commercial Lab Vials Contain No Trace of Virus Known to Cause Smallpox

Laboratory testing at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today showed that recently discovered vials marked as “smallpox” contain vaccinia, the virus used in smallpox vaccine.

CDC Reports first known employee with COVID-19 Infection

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today confirmed the first case of 2019 novel coronavirus disease (COVID-2019) in a CDC employee. Laboratory testing done at CDC confirmed this diagnosis. This individual is in good condition and is isolated to prevent spread of infection to others. Our best wishes go to the employee for a … Continue reading CDC Reports first known employee with COVID-19 Infection