CDC Company Description
Mens sana in corpore sano -- that's really all it's about for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The lead federal agency for protecting the health and safety of US citizens, the CDC investigates health problems, performs research, and develops public health policies as well as developing and applying disease prevention and control. The CDC is one of the major operating components of the Department of Health and Human Services and comprises six coordinating centers and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. The agency has developed partnerships with public and private entities designed to improve the flow of information throughout the health care community.
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The Company Description provides a historical perspective of CDC's organization from inception to current status.
Produced by Hoover's in-house editorial team, the Company Description tracks ownership transitions, company progress via mergers and acquisitions, major growth milestones, and strategic initiatives, to provide a holistic view of CDC's evolution in the marketplace.




