Secretary of Health and Human Services

The Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) is a senior government official responsible for leading the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, which manages federal programs related to healthcare, public health, and social services. The Secretary oversees initiatives like Medicare, Medicaid, disease prevention, and health research, working to improve the health and well-being of Americans. They advise the President on health policy, manage funding for health services, and coordinate responses to health emergencies, ensuring public health systems function effectively and equitably.