We learn something new every day in this investigation ... and apply that information to protect the public's health,

We're trying to answer all those questions, ... We're collecting that information now and analyzing it.

We have demonstrated that prevention works and deserves support, ... Nevertheless, as in most areas of public health, support for prevention is frequently more rhetorical than substantive.

The continuing epidemic of obesity is a critical public health concern. As a nation, we need to respond as vigorously to this epidemic as we do to an infectious disease epidemic.

The marked decline in deaths we saw when new AIDS treatments first became available appears to have stabilized.

There is reason to feel optimistic about many of the trends in risk behavior among our young people. However, we have much left to do. Too many of our children are still engaging in activities that put them at risk for health problems now and into adulthood.