Health

At the 75th World Health Assembly (WHA75), against the backdrop of the pandemic that has caused the tragic loss of more than 6 million lives worldwide due to COVID-19 and the senseless suffering and death inflicted by Russia’s further invasion of Ukraine, the United States and other countries came together …

May is Hepatitis Awareness Month, when we focus on raising awareness of viral hepatitis while encouraging testing and vaccination. Knowing your status is the first step in preventing and treating viral hepatitis. Both hepatitis A and hepatitis B are preventable with safe and effective vaccines, and hepatitis C is curable …

At HHS we fight every day to improve the health and well-being of all Americans, especially those marginalized by discrimination and social and politi Posted in: Research, diversity

Be part of something exciting by working together. Help HHS solve real-world problems! HHS’ HealthData.gov fuels new business models, scientific ad Posted in: Prevention and Wellness, Public Health and Safety

Long before my time as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, I have worked to ensure older Americans – and all Americans – have ac Posted in: Older Americans, Community Living

Since 2015, the Office of Population Affairs (OPA) has been proud to spearhead National Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month, an annual observance each May Posted in: Programs for Families and Children

The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted life-saving vaccination at a global level, putting millions at risk for life-threatening diseases. We saw notable Posted in: Holidays and Observances, Prevention and Wellness