Today, the Medicare Trustees met and released their annual report detailing the state of Medicare.
"It’s a wake up call for everyone who is concerned about Medicare and the health of our economy. And it’s yet another sign that we can’t wait for real, comprehensive health reform." --Secretary Kathleen Sebelius
The new Food Safety Working Group was established to keep food safe for the American People. The first listening session was held on Wednesday at the White House with Secretary Sebelius and Secretary Vilsack. Stakeholders representing a diverse range of organizations participated.
Watch Secretary Sebelius Discuss the Roadblocks to Health Care Report
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A new report Roadblocks to Health Care: Why the Current Health Care System does not work for Women explains how the system leaves too many women without access to coverage for care. View Report
The CDC is actively investigating human cases of influenza A (H1N1) in several states and is working closely with Canada, Mexico and the World Health Organization. The CDC is continuously updating its investigation information.
President Obama is committed to working with Congress to pass comprehensive health reform this year in order to control rising health care costs, guarantee choice of doctor, and assure high-quality, affordable health care for all Americans. Learn more at www.HealthReform.gov
May 13, 2009 Secretary Sebelius Statement on Food Safety Working Group Listening Session
Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius today attended and delivered opening remarks at the White House Food Safety Working Group Listening Session. The listening session included stakeholders representing a diverse range of organizations. More...
May 12, 2009 Sebelius Statement on New Medicare Trustees’ Report
Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius issued the following statement regarding the new Medicare Trustees’ report. A joint statement regarding the report from the Medicare Trustees is also available at http://www.socialsecurity.gov/OACT/TRSUM/index.html. More...
The Department of Health and Human Services is the principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans. It is comprised of the Office of the Secretary and 11 operating divisions.
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During National Women's Health Week, communities, businesses, government, health organizations, and other groups are encouraged to work together to educate women on ways to improve physical and mental health. Small steps go a long way toward prevention and good health. Women can lower their risks of certain diseases by participating in physical activity, eating a healthy diet, and living a health lifestyle. It’s important to see your health care professional for regular checkups and screenings. Visit womenshealth.gov to use the Women’s Health Screening Tool and find out what preventative screenings you need.
Learn about the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA) at HHS.
New Law Makes Millions of Children Eligible for Health Insurance
A new law signed by President Obama reauthorizes the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and provides funding to extend free or low cost insurance to millions of uninsured children.