Federal Department Of Health And Human Services | Community Health

The Federal Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is a cabinet-level executive branch department of the US federal government, responsible for setting guidelines for the private healthcare system and providing essential human services. With a rich history dating back to 1953, HHS has evolved from the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare (HEW) to its current form, focusing on healthcare, public health, and human services. The department is administered by the Secretary of Health and Human Services, appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate. HHS has a budget of over $1.2 trillion and employs over 80,000 people, making it one of the largest departments in the federal government. With its diverse range of programs and services, HHS plays a critical role in protecting and promoting the health and well-being of all Americans, including [[medicare|Medicare]] and [[medicaid|Medicaid]] beneficiaries, as well as those served by the [[centers-for-disease-control-and-prevention|Centers for Disease Control and Prevention]] and the [[national-institutes-of-health|National Institutes of Health]].