Federal Government Resources
Links to federal government agency and organization websites.
Healthcare-Associated Infections Information
Healthcare-Associated Infections InformationAn infection whose development is favored by a hospital environment, such as one acquired by a patient during a hospital visit or one developing among hospital staff. Hospital-acquired infections are an important category of hospital-acquired conditions. HAI is sometimes expanded as healthcare-associated infection to emphasize that infections can be correlated with health care in various settings (not just hospitals), which is also true of hospital-acquired conditions generally. |
HealthReach Information Network
HealthReach Information NetworkThe HealthReach offers easy access to quality health information to individuals for whom English is not their primary language. It is also an important resource for health professional as well as public health administrators. |
Healthy Swimming & Recreational Water
Healthy Swimming & Recreational WaterInformation for the public, public health and medical professionals, and aquatics staff so everyone can maximize the health benefits of swimming while minimizing the risk of illness and injury. |
Healthy Swimming FAQ
Healthy Swimming FAQKnowing the basic facts about recreational water illnesses can make the difference. |
Healthy Swimming Health Promotion Materials
Healthy Swimming Health Promotion MaterialsMany people are unaware of how to protect themselves during recreational swimming activities. Whether you're looking for answers to your own questions, are interested in aquatics staff training, or are an educator seeking to raise awareness about recreational water illnesses or other topics, the links below should serve as a valuable resource. |
Hepatitis B Awareness
Hepatitis B AwarenessHepatitis B is caused by infection with the Hepatitis B virus. The incubation period from the time of exposure to onset of symptoms is 6 weeks to 6 months. |
Hepatitis B Infectious Diseases Related to Travel
Hepatitis B Infectious Diseases Related to TravelThis page on the Centers for Disease Control website focuses on diseases related to travel, specifically Hepatitis B. Guidelines, recommendations, and resources are available here. |
Hepatitis B Virus Infection-A Comprehensive Immunization Strategy to Elminate Transmission
Hepatitis B Virus Infection-A Comprehensive Immunization Strategy to Elminate TransmissionThis report available on the Center for Disease Control website details the comprehensive immunization strategy to eliminate transmission of Hepatitis B Virus Infection in the United States. |
Hepatitis C Awareness
Hepatitis C AwarenessHepatitis C virus infection is the most common chronic bloodborne infection in the United States. |
Hepatitis Risk Assessment
Hepatitis Risk AssessmentThis assessment will help determine if you should be vaccinated and/or tested for viral hepatitis by asking a series of questions. Depending on your answers, you will be given a tailored recommendation that you should discuss with your doctor or your professional healthcare provider. Any information received through the use of this tool is not medical advice and should not be treated as such. |
HHS ASPR - Regional Disaster Health Response System (RDHRS)
HHS ASPR - Regional Disaster Health Response System (RDHRS)ASPR is developing and building a new Regional Disaster Health Response System (RDHRS) by leveraging and enhancing existing programs – such as the Hospital Preparedness Program and the National Disaster Medical System – to create a more coherent, comprehensive, and capable healthcare disaster response system integrated into daily care delivery. |
HIV/AIDS Basic Science
HIV/AIDS Basic ScienceHIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. It is the virus that can lead to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, or AIDS. Unlike some other viruses, the human body cannot get rid of HIV. That means that once you have HIV, you have it for life. |