U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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The mission of the Department of Health and Human Services is to help provide the building blocks that Americans need to live healthy, successful lives.
The mission of the Department of Health and Human Services is to help provide the building blocks that Americans need to live healthy, successful lives.
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Healthcare providers: Do you have questions about Zika testing or what test results mean? CDC has information on Zika testing to answer these questions and more.
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Health records contain valuable information for you, your doctors – and unfortunately, for cyber criminals. Over the past several years, cyberattacks against the #healthcare sector have escalated and become more sophisticated. That is why HHS has led a broad strategy to enhance our cybersecurity to make our data and systems as safe as they can be. Find out how an HHS-established cybersecurity task force formed new partnerships between government and industry to recommend ways to combat cyberattacks on the healthcare system.
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When you realize it’s June and you haven’t made any progress on your 2017 health resolutions, don’t panic. Just start here.
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On this World No Tobacco Day, we join with other nations in recognizing the harmful effects of tobacco use on economic development and tobacco’s contribution to poverty.
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Mike is a drug representative turned public servant for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). He first came to HHS through the Presidential Management Fellows Program. Today, he helps to ensure the Rx drug ads and promotions you see are accurate. Watch and read his story → https://go.usa.gov/xN5Tx #IAmHHS
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Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, but most skin cancers can be prevented! As warmer temperatures approach and you spend more time outdoors, it’s important that you are taking the right steps to protect your skin → http://bit.ly/2oxDXpt
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Prevent #Zika by taking steps to get rid of mosquitoes outside your home. Empty items that hold water. Use dunks in standing water that cannot be emptied and will not be used for drinking. http://www.cdc.gov/zika/prevention/controlling-mosquitoes-at-home.html
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EMS and other first responders often work in potentially dangerous and unpredictable situations. During EMS Week, we extend a special show of support to recognize the important role they play in our community. Join us in honoring EMS professionals today and every day → https://go.usa.gov/xN8J4
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May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month! Get up, get active, and show us how you #MoveInMay! Visit www.fitness.gov for tips and inspiration.
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Behavioral health is essential to overall health. Learn how you can get involved with SAMHSA’s National Prevention Week from May 14 to 20, 2017 → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UEfxudyKNU
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