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Office of the Assistant Secretary for Public Health Emergency Preparedness - ASPHEP

Organization URL(s)

www.hhs.gov/ophep  

Other Contact Information

200 Independence Avenue, SW, Room 638-G
Washington, DC 20201

202-205-2882 (Voice)

Description

The Assistant Secretary for Public Health Emergency Preparedness (ASPHEP) serves as the Secretary's principal advisor on matters related to bioterrorism and other public health emergencies. ASPHEP directs the department's emergency response activities. ASPHEP also coordinates interagency activities between HHS, other Federal departments, agencies, offices and State and local officials responsible for public health emergency preparedness and the protection of the civilian population from acts of bioterrorism and other public health emergencies.

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Review Date

Wed Dec 10, 2008