U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
About Us
The Department of Health and Human Services is the United States government's principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services, especially for those who are least able to help themselves.
Contact Information
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
200 Independence Avenue, S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20201
Telephone: 202-619-0257
You can submit feedback online to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services by visiting http://www.hhs.gov/feedback.html.
Articles by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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Ads are Selling U.S. Kids Poor Health
Children and adolescents are being bombarded by so many ads that medical experts now fear for their health. Some 40,000...
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Get Involved in Your Child's Life at School
Parents have an important role in a child's life at school. Getting involved may seem challenging and time consuming,...
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Choosing After-School Activities
If you're not home when your child's school bell rings, you probably hope that he will stay out of trouble until you get...
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Tips for Talking to Children After a Disaster
Natural disasters such as tornados, or man-made tragedies such as bombings, can leave children feeling frightened,...
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Tips for Talking to Children in Trauma: Preschool to Adolescence
Children are just as affected as adults are by a disaster or traumatic event. Some may be affected even more, but no one...
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Understanding Teen Decision Making
What was he thinking? How could she? If you find yourself wondering what your teen was thinking, the answer may...
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Tips for Talking to Children and Youth After Traumatic Events: A Guide for Parents and Educators
Traumatic events, such as shootings, bombings, or other violent acts, can leave children feeling frightened, confused,...
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In the Wake of Trauma: Tips for College Students
Whether or not you were directly affected by a traumatic event, it is normal to feel anxious about your own safety, to...
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Good Decisions: More Than a Feeling
What was he thinking? How could she? If you find yourself wondering what your teen was thinking, the answer may...
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Start Talking Before They Start Drinking
Underage drinking can have serious consequences. You can protect your children from the risks associated with drinking...
