hhs Meaning of "hhs"

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Definition(s):

  • (n) the United States federal department that administers all federal programs dealing with health and welfare; created in 1979

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  1. "LIHEAP is supposed to be for poor people, not for cheats who pose as something or someone they're not and get their paperwork rubber-stamped by gullible government officials," Barton said. "It's [HHS] Secretary Sebelius's responsibility to...
    on Jul 2, 2010 By: Joe Barton Source: The Hill (blog)

  2. "It is ironic that former HHS Secretary Tommy Thompson's firm won the contract to provide the services, given the history of delay from the Bush administration when he was secretary and now," said Rep. Carolyn Maloney, DN.Y. "But I am glad...
    on Sep 9, 2006 By: Carolyn Maloney Source: Hartford Courant

  3. "With our nation facing many important public health issues, such as childhood obesity, his experience and expertise is a great addition to the HHS leadership team," Leavitt said.
    on May 24, 2007 By: Mike Leavitt Source: Forbes

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