Efforts and Resources to Contain the COVID-19 Pandemic - USDA
That’s why, in compliance with guidance provided by CDC, USDA requires all on-duty or on-site USDA employees, on-site USDA contractors, and all persons in USDA buildings or on USDA lands to wear face masks, maintain physical distance, and take other public health measures as …
Vaccines | Home - USDA
Because of the limited supply of COVID-19 vaccines, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provided recommendations about who should be vaccinated first to federal, state, and local governments.
USDA: Revised CDC COVID guidance | US Forest Service
Aug 15, 2022 · The Safer Federal Workforce Taskforce has issued initial guidance for federal agencies to begin implementing the changes in CDC guidance. The USDA Covid-19 Taskforce is sharing this initial guidance today (below) to provide you with timely information and resources.
HPAI in Livestock | Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Dec 20, 2024 · The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and State veterinary and public health officials are working together to protect livestock, farms, and communities from avian influenza.
USDA - DEFAULT FoodData Central
USDA FoodData Central produces thorough resources for navigating and understanding nutritional info to support dietary choices and nutritional analysis.
2022–2024 Detections of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
Feb 9, 2022 · USDA Confirms HPAI in a Commercial Turkey Flock in Dubois County, Indiana (webinar, 2/09/2022) Update on HPAI Detection in Wild Birds (webinar, 1/18/2022) Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Information; Defend the Flock Resource Center
Dog Imports: Check Country Disease Status - Animal and Plant …
Jan 7, 2025 · The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is the primary government authority for dogs imported into the United States. Contact the CDC at 800-232-4636 or go to CDC-INFO for questions related to CDC’s updated dog import requirements for dogs entering or returning to the United States.
USDA, HHS Announce New Actions to Reduce Impact and Spread …
May 10, 2024 · USDA is also working closely with federal partners at CDC, which has the primary responsibility for public health, by encouraging producer and industry cooperation with public health officials to get vital information necessary to assess the level of risk to human health.
Bring a Pet Dog into the United States - Animal and Plant Health ...
Dec 18, 2024 · The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is the primary government authority for pet dogs imported into the United States, including returning U.S.-origin dogs. APHIS Veterinary Services has requirements ONLY if your dog is coming from a foot and mouth disease (FMD) or screwworm-affected country.
One Health | Home - USDA
Jan 7, 2025 · USDA serves the nation through its commitment to producing wholesome and nutritious foods; ensuring the safety of plant and animal commodities entering the country; safeguarding the health and welfare food-producing animals; and preventing entry and/or controlling plant and animal pathogens.