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Designates June 2023 as "Cytomegalovirus Awareness Month" in Delaware to raise awareness about the dangers of CMV and reduce congenital CMV infections

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is the most common infectious cause of birth defects and childhood disabilities in the United States, affecting approximately 1 in 150 children born with congenital CMV infection

Approximately 1 in 5 babies born with congenital CMV will develop long-term health problems

Congenital CMV is preventable through behavioral interventions including frequent handwashing, avoiding kissing young children on the mouth, and not sharing food, towels, or utensils with young children

Calls for increased efforts to provide education and informational resources on CMV prevention to healthcare providers, childcare providers, parents, expectant parents, and family members of infants