HHS Declares Public Health Emergency for 2009-H1N1 Flu
The Department of Health and Human Services today issued a nationwide public health emergency declaration in response to recent human infections with a newly discovered the 2009-H1N1 Flu virus.
The formal declaration of a Public Health Emergency (PHE) is a tool that facilitates HHS’ preparation and mobilization for disasters and emergencies. For example, PHEs were recently declared for flooding in North Dakota, the Inauguration, and several 2008 hurricanes. Learn More >>