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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval of their National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), which includes changes for 2021-2022 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. These changes involve adjustments to survey design, interview modes, and examination procedures, such as conducting more phone interviews and adding COVID-related questions. The CDC invites public comments on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of this information collection effort and seeks to gather public feedback within 30 days of the notice publication. Participation in NHANES remains voluntary, and responses are kept confidential.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has submitted a request for approval to continue collecting information for the World Trade Center (WTC) Health Program, which helps 9/11 responders and survivors. A revision to this request includes changes due to a new law expanding enrollment eligibility for additional responders and a new online portal for a Youth Research Cohort. The proposed changes will increase the information collection burden by 1,450 hours annually. The public can comment on these updates within 30 days.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) have announced a virtual meeting of the ICD-10 Coordination and Maintenance Committee, which will take place on March 9 and 10, 2021. The meeting will focus on proposed changes to the ICD-10 coding system, with discussions on both ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS topics. The meeting is open to the public, although participation may be limited by the number of available audio lines. CMS has provided a platform for public comments on certain procedure code topics until April 9, 2021.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has submitted a request to extend an existing information collection project about Factors Influencing the Transmission of Influenza to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The study aims to better understand how the influenza virus spreads, especially through the air, by examining airborne particles and biomarkers in the blood of volunteers. The study was paused due to COVID-19 but is now seeking to continue for three more years, involving 270 volunteer participants in total. The CDC is asking for public comments on this project for 30 days, with a particular interest in whether the information collection is necessary, its accuracy, and how the burden of participating can be minimized.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a meeting on April 27, 2021, for the Disease, Disability, and Injury Prevention and Control Special Emphasis Panel. This meeting will be conducted via teleconference and is closed to the public due to the potential disclosure of confidential information and personal privacy concerns related to grant applications. The agenda includes reviewing and evaluating grant applications for a project focused on integrating social-emotional well-being with physical activity and nutrition in school-based out-of-school time programs. For more details, individuals can contact Jaya Raman, Ph.D., at the CDC.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced the cancellation of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting that was scheduled for February 26-28, 2025. A new date for this meeting will be set, and there will be an opportunity for public comment before the meeting occurs. The notice of this cancellation was originally published in the Federal Register on January 10, 2025. For updates or more information, individuals can contact Stephanie Thomas at the CDC.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued an order requiring all passengers traveling to the United States from a foreign country to provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery from the virus. This rule applies to passengers aged two and above and aims to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and its variants. Airlines must verify this information before boarding passengers, and failure to comply may result in penalties. The order takes effect on January 26, 2021, and will remain in place until further notice.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, is looking for nominations for the Safety and Occupational Health Study Section (SOHSS). This group is made up of 20 experts in areas like occupational safety, nursing, and psychology. People interested in joining must send their nominations—either by mail or email—by January 31, 2025. Nominees must be U.S. citizens, not full-time government employees, and submit a resume and recommendation letter from someone outside HHS. Selected members will serve terms of up to four years.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a closed meeting, as noticed in the Federal Register. Gregory Anderson, a Scientific Review Officer at the CDC, is the contact person for more information. The notice has been authorized by Kalwant Smagh, Director of the Strategic Business Initiatives Unit, under the CDC and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. The reference for this notice is document 2021-00284, published on January 11, 2021.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has submitted a request for approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to conduct an information collection project focused on law enforcement training. This project aims to address the health and safety risks associated with shift work and long work hours by developing a training program for officers. The pilot study will involve 60 law enforcement officers, using surveys and wearable devices to track sleep and evaluate the effectiveness of the training. The goal is to improve the quality of work schedules and personal strategies to help officers manage the demands of their job. Public comments on this project are encouraged within 30 days of this notice.