Knowledge about diseases and health conditions empowers you to protect yourself and your loved ones. The Maine CDC offers valuable resources on chronic illnesses like Alzheimer's, asthma, cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.
Early diagnosis and preventative screenings play a crucial role in proactive health management, helping detect issues before they become serious.
We also provide detailed information on contagious infections such as influenza, measles, tuberculosis, sexually transmitted infections, insect- and animal-borne illnesses like Lyme disease and rabies.
Our resources include prevention tips to help you mitigate risks, symptom recognition, treatment options, and timely seasonal health guidance to help manage conditions effectively and maintain optimal health.