U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
Email Updates 
Font Size
Print
Download Reader
FAQ Search Results
Refine by Category
- Diseases & Conditions (22)
- Family Health History (4)
- Diseases (14)
- Disabilities (4)
- Services (3)
- Laws & Guidelines (1)
- Health Programs (13)
- Disasters & Emergencies (10)
- Medicare and Medicaid (7)
- About HHS (7)
- Drug & Food (5)
- Research (1)
- Grants & Funding (1)
- Families & Children Programs (1)
Page:
1
Results: 1 - 13 of 13
| Q | Does HHS help people with Hansen's Disease (Leprosy)? |
|---|---|
| A | The National Hansen's Disease (Leprosy) Program is the epicenter of Hansen's disease care, research and information in the U.S. More >> |
| Q | Does HHS help people with Black Lung disease? |
| A | Black Lung Clinics provide services to active and retired coal miners with respiratory and pulmonary impairments. More >> |
| Q | What HHS programs focus on occupational health? |
| A | HHS has several programs that focus on occupational health and safety:
Health Care-Related Occupational Programs
Respirators and Protective Technology (CDC)
Information on certified respirator equipment and standards (and H1N1 information)
Health Hazard Evaluation Program (CDC)
Unhealthy conditions at work? If so, you'll want to visit this site to learn about inviting an evaluation team to help improve the situation. More >> |
| Q | Does HHS offer health programs on air pollution and respiratory health? |
| A | The Air Pollution and Respiratory Health Program (APRHB) leads HHS's fight against environmental-related respiratory illnesses, including asthma, and studies indoor and outdoor air pollution. More >> |
| Q | What HHS programs focus on women's health? |
| A | HHS programs specifically related to women's health can be found in several HHS agencies, including AHRQ, CDC, FDA, HRSA, and NIH. More >> |
| Q | Does HHS offer health programs for migrants? |
| A | Information about programs for the Migrant population can be found at:
National Advisory Council on Migrant Health (HRSA)
The Council advises the Secretary of HHS about the health and well being of migrant farm workers and their families. More >> |
| Q | Are there any HHS programs for men's health? |
| A | In recent years there has been an emphasis on women's health issues, but men have health issues also. More >> |
| Q | Does depression sometimes co-occur with other illnesses? |
| A | Depression often co-occurs with other serious illnesses, such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, cancer, and Parkinson's disease. More >> |
| Q | What are Autism Spectrum Disorders? |
| A | Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), also known as Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDDs), cause severe and extensive impairment in thinking, feeling, language, and the ability to relate to others. More >> |
| Q | What should I look for when selecting a nursing home? |
| A | The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid offer a detailed checklist for rating different nursing homes visited based upon:
Quality of Life
Quality of Care
Nutrition and Hydration
Safety
The checklist [PDF - 5 Pages] also elaborates on how to use the information discovered through Nursing Home Compare when visiting nursing homes. More >> |
| Q | Where can I find HHS-sponsored training programs online? |
| A | HHS sponsors a number of online training programs in many categories. More >> |
| Q | What is Schizophrenia? |
| A | Schizophrenia is a chronic, severe, and disabling brain disorder that affects about 1 percent of people all over the world. More >> |
| Q | Are there any health assistance programs for pregnant women, mothers, and children? |
| A | Find Free or Reduced Prenatal Care:
Call 1-800-311-BABY (1-800-311-2229) - This toll-free telephone number will connect you to the Health Department in your area code. More >> |
Page:
1
Results: 1 - 13 of 13
