National Health Institutes

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is a part of the U.S. government responsible for conducting and supporting medical research to improve health and treat diseases. It funds scientists and institutions to study everything from cancer and heart disease to rare disorders and mental health conditions. NIH’s work helps develop new treatments, understanding of health issues, and prevention strategies, ultimately aiming to improve health outcomes for people everywhere. It operates as a leading organization in advancing medical knowledge and fostering innovations that benefit public health.