The Department of Health and Human Services is the Cabinet-level department of the Federal executive branch most involved with the Nation's human concerns. In one way or another, it touches the lives of more Americans than any other Federal Agency. It is literally a department of people serving people, from newborn infants to persons requiring health services to our most elderly citizens.
The Secretary of Health and Human Services advises the President on health, welfare, and income security plans, policies, and programs of Federal Government; and directs Department staff in carrying out the approved programs and activities of the Department and promotes general public understanding of Department's goals, programs, and objectives.