Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) consists of numerous operating departments and agencies within the U.S. Public Health Service and three human services firms. These departments administer a wide array of health and human services and perform essential, life-saving research for the country, to secure and support all Americans.

The Office of the Secretary (OS), HHS's chief policy officer and general manager, administers and manages the organization, its programs, and its activities. The Deputy Secretary and a number of Assistant Secretaries and Offices support OS.

Administration for Children and Families (ACF)

The Administration for Children & Families promotes the economic and social well-being of households, children, individuals and communities through a series of academic and supportive programs in partnership with states, people, and neighborhood organizations.

Administration for Community Living (ACL)

The Administration for Community Living boosts access to neighborhood assistance and resources for the special requirements of older Americans and people with impairments.

Reporters composing for a media outlet may contact HHS, Office of the Assistant Secretary Public Affairs.

Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H)

ARPA-H accelerates better health results for everyone by supporting the advancement of high-impact services to society's most difficult health issue.

Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR)

ASPR leads the country's medical and public health readiness for, action to, and recovery from disasters and public health emergencies.

Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality's mission is to produce proof to make healthcare safer, higher quality, more accessible, fair, and economical, and to work within HHS and with other partners to make sure that the proof is comprehended and utilized.

Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy/Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ASTP/ONC)

ASTP is committed to ensuring that HHS' information and innovation programs, policies, and financial investments are well coordinated and lined up to advance HHS' objective.

Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR)

The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry prevents direct exposure to hazardous substances and the negative health impacts and diminished quality of life related to exposure to hazardous substances from waste websites, unexpected releases, and other sources of ecological contamination.

Assistant Secretary for Administration (ASA)

ASA supplies leadership for HHS departmental management, consisting of human resource policy and department operations.

Assistant Secretary for Financial Resources (ASFR)

ASFR supplies advice and assistance to the Secretary on budget plan, monetary management, acquisition policy and support, grants management, and small company programs. It likewise directs and coordinates these activities throughout the Department.

Assistant Secretary for Health (ASH)

ASH recommends on the nation's public health and oversees HHS' U.S. Civil Service (PHS) for the Secretary.

Assistant Secretary for Legislation (ASL)

ASL offers guidance on legislation and assists in communication in between the Department and Congress.

Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE)

ASPE recommends on policy advancement and adds to policy coordination, legislation advancement, tactical preparation, policy research study, assessment, and economic analysis.

Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs (ASPA)

ASPA supplies centralized leadership and assistance on public affairs for HHS' staff, operating departments, and local workplaces. APSA likewise administers the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act.