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HHS Releases Guidance for Use and Stockpiling of Antiviral Drugs for Pandemic Influenza (12/16)
Reporters and Editors are Invited to Apply for 2009 "Medicine in the Media" Course (12/15)
Secretary Leavitt Announces New Principles, Tools to Protect Privacy, Encourage More Effective Use of Patient Information to Improve Care (12/15)
Statement by Mike Leavitt, Secretary of Health and Human Services, Regarding President-Elect Barack Obama’s Nomination of Senator Tom Daschle To be the Next Secretary of Health and Human Services (12/11)
Study Finds Doctors' Use of E-Prescribing Systems Linked to Formulary Data Can Boost Drug Cost Saving (12/9)
FDA Announces Permanent Injunction Against Wilderness Family Naturals LLC (12/09)
New Data Released on Drug-related Hospital Emergency Department Visits (12/05)
Hepatitis C Treatment Reduces the Virus but Liver Damage Continues (12/04)

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Protect Yourself from the flu

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You can reduce your chance of getting the flu by practicing good health habits and getting the flu vaccine.

HHS Financial Report for 2008

The 2008 Agency Financial Report is now available. Learn what auditors say about HHS stewardship of public funds.

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Of Interest: Stay Warm and Safe

winter weather scene Staying warm and safe can be a challenge when temperatures drop. You can meet the challenge head-on if you plan ahead for the cold weather by preparing your home and your car, and stocking up on emergency supplies. Also, keep in mind that in extremely cold temperatures, winter storms can cause both indoor and outdoor hazards.

Check out CDC's winter weather tips for more information on how you can protect yourself and others.

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