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Goverment Agencies
Mr. G’s Healthcare Government Agencies
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| World Health Organization (WHO) | Funded by the United Nations. Concerned with the WORLD health problems and investigates serious health problems WORLDWIDE |
| U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (USDHHS) | Parent organization of the United States government that deals with US health problems. Has 11 divisions that oversee many programs focused on improving the health of Americans |
| National Institutes of Health (NIH) | The world's leading agency for conducting and supporting medical research and provides information toward improving public health through 27 different agencies. |
| Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) | Located in Atlanta, GA. Monitors and prevents disease outbreaks, including bioterroism. |
| Food and Drug Administration (FDA) | Assures the safety of foods, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals,biological products, and medical devices |
| Agency for Health Care Research and Quality (AHRQ) | Works to improve the quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness for all Americans through technology and research. |
| Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) | Oversees the safety, and prevents injury, illness, and death in the workplace |
| Health Departments | Provide services to local communities. Reports communicable diseases, provides health education, environmental sanitation |
| Voluntary or Not-For-Profit (Non-Profit) Agencies | Focus on one disease condition or a related group of disorders. Supported by: Donations, Fees, Fundraisers, and Grants Participate in research, patient services, and public awareness |