department of health and human services (hhs)

What are some key HHS agencies relevant to Nursing?

Several agencies within the HHS are particularly relevant to nursing:
1. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Focuses on public health and safety, providing guidelines and resources that nurses use to manage and prevent diseases.
2. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): Manages Medicare and Medicaid programs, which are crucial for many patients that nurses care for.
3. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA): Supports healthcare workforce development, including funding for nursing education and training programs.
4. National Institutes of Health (NIH): Funds medical research, including studies on nursing practices and healthcare delivery.

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