Health and Medicine

For more health, medical and related information, see these government websites:

Federal

• U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
  The HHS protects the health of all Americans and provides essential human services. Listed here are some related websites:
  • AIDS.gov
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
  • Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
  • Division of STD Prevention (CDC)
  • Food and Drug Administration
  • Health Resources and Services Administration
  • National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
  • National Institutes of Health
  • Office of Minority Health
  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
  • You may also be interested in some of the HHS Featured Topic Sites.

Virginia

• Virginia Department of Health
  The Mission of the Virginia Department of Health is to protect the health and promote the well-being of all people in Virginia.

Fairfax County

• Fairfax County Health and Human Services System
  The HSS System is a network of county agencies and community partners that support the well-being of all who live, work and play in Fairfax County.
  • Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board
    Provides services for people of all ages who have mental illness, substance use disorders and/or developmental disabilities.
  • Fairfax County Health Department
    Works to protect, promote and improve health and quality of life for all in our community.
  • Human Services Resource Guide (HSRG)
    Using HSRG, anyone on the internet has 24/7 access to information on thousands of nonprofit and government services available to Fairfax County residents. The primary focus of the database is on human services programs for low-income residents and those in need. Listings include detailed service descriptions, eligibility requirements, locations (maps and directions), and contact information.
  • Programs and Services — Get Help
    Whether you’re seeking services for people with disabilities, children, youth or older adults, HHS is here to help. Our programs range from immediate crisis intervention for emergency needs to long-term programs designed to stabilize and strengthen county residents. Our agencies focus on needs in areas such as health care, mental health, disability services, income assistance, housing, homelessness, and protection and prevention services for anyone at-risk.