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Learn about the history, organization, and functions of the federal agency that protects the health and provides essential human services in the U.S. The web page covers the department's programs, budget, leadership, and components such as the Public Health Service and the Food and Drug Administration.
The USPHS is a collection of federal agencies concerned with public health, including nine of the twelve operating divisions of HHS. Institutions are required by the USPHS to do research, education, prevention, and control of diseases and health problems.
HRSA is a federal agency that provides leadership and financial support to health care providers in every state and U.S. territory. It funds programs for uninsured, HIV/AIDS, maternal and child health, rural health, organ donation, and health workforce development.
The agency oversees health care, social services, public assistance and rehabilitation programs in California. It consists of various departments and boards, such as the California Department of Public Health, the California Department of Health Care Services, and the California Office of the Patient Advocate.
Learn about the agency that provides health and human services to qualified Texans, such as Medicaid, SNAP, and long-term care. Find out how it is organized, what benefits and services it offers, and how it differs from other related agencies.
CMS is a U.S. agency that administers Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, and other health insurance standards and quality measures. It was established in 2001 and has over 6,000 employees in various locations.
Learn about the history, programs, and districts of MDHHS, a state agency that provides public assistance, child and family welfare services, and oversees health policy and management in Michigan. The web page does not contain an org chart of MDHHS, but you can find a list of its facilities and contact information.
Learn about the history, duties, and current secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, which advises the president on health matters and oversees 11 agencies. See the list of secretaries from 1953 to 2021, including Xavier Becerra, the first Hispanic person to hold the post.