Fed. health research agcy. (3 letters)

{ Answer }

CDC

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{ Notes }

The answer CDC is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 600 puzzles.

{ Definition }

CDC as a noun:

1. (Center for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC) = a federal agency in the Department of Health and Human Services; located in Atlanta; investigates and diagnoses and tries to control or prevent diseases (especially new and unusual diseases)