ActiveGovernment health department

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

U.S. federal department responsible for health and human services policy, with public health, medical research and regulatory operating divisions.

Organization profile

Organization type
Government health department
Headquarters / base
Washington, DC, United States
Geographic scope
National
Status verification
Status last verified 2026-10-24.

Medical focus

Health policyPublic health

Activities

Health policyFederal health administration

Population served

General populationHealth professionalsPolicy makers

Institutional relationships

Where this organization fits

Evidence-based links to other public institutions. Connections do not imply endorsement.
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