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Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality is the primary source of Federal support for research on problems related to the quality and delivery of health services. The Healthcare Research and Qua... Details >
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Public Inquiries of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) responds to inquiries from the general public and health care professionals on research conducted by the CDC in the areas of en... Details >
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Food Safety and Inspection Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture
The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), a public health agency in the U.S. Department of Agriculture, ensures that the nation's commercial supply of meat, poultry, and egg products is safe, who... Details >
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Health Resources and Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. HRSA directs programs that improve the Nation’s health by expanding access to ... Details >
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National Center for Health Statistics, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Organized in 1960, the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) collects, analyzes, and disseminates data on health in the United States. Using surveys and registration systems, data systems have... Details >
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National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research, U.S. Department of Education
NIDRR's mission is to generate and disseminate research findings and promote knowledge that will improve the ability of individuals with disabilities to perform activities in the community, and increa... Details >
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National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
The NIH mission is to uncover new knowledge that will lead to better health for everyone. NIH provides leadership and direction to programs designed to improve the health of the Nation by supporting r... Details >
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Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
The mission of the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) is to provide leadership for disease prevention and health promotion among Americans. ODPHP undertakes this mandate throug... Details >
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Office of Family Planning, Office of Population Affairs
The Family Planning program, authorized under Title X of the Public Health Service Act, is administered within the Office of Population Affairs by the Office of Family Planning (OFP). The Title X prog... Details >
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Office of Population Affairs
The Office of Population Affairs (OPA) serves as the focal point to advise the Secretary and the Assistant Secretary for Health on a wide range of reproductive health topics, including adolescent preg... Details >
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Office of Population Affairs Clearinghouse
The Office of Population Affairs (OPA) Clearinghouse is sponsored by the Office of Population Affairs, Department of Health and Human Services. The Clearinghouse makes available educational pamphlets ... Details >
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President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports
The President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports promotes, encourages and motivates the development of physical fitness and sport participation for Americans of all ages through its work with pa... Details >
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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Inquiries on mental health, drug abuse, or alcohol can be directed to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) , formerly the Alcohol, Drug Abuse and Mental Health Admini... Details >
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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is the United States government's principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services, especially ... Details >
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National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Health Information Network  External Links Disclaimer Logo
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Health Information Network (NHLBI HIN) is NHLBI's digital link to health professionals. All public health and medical professionals with an interest in he... Details >
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Public Health Foundation  External Links Disclaimer Logo
The Public Health Foundation (PHF) is a national, non-profit organization that focuses on applied research, technical assistance, and training around issues of public health infrastructure and informa... Details >
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Database Updated: Monday, September 22, 2008
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