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Office of the Assistant Secretary for Public Health Emergency Preparedness

Contact Information

200 Independence Ave. S.W., Room 636-G
Washington, DC 20201

202-401-5840 (Voice)

Internet Resources

www.hhs.gov/asphep/

Abstract

The Assistant Secretary for Public Health Emergency Preparedness (ASPHEP) serves as the Secretary's principal advisor on matters related to bioterrorism and other public health emergencies. ASPHEP directs the department's emergency response activities. ASPHEP also coordinates interagency activities between HHS, other Federal departments, agencies, offices and State and local officials responsible for public health emergency preparedness and the protection of the civilian population from acts of bioterrorism and other public health emergencies.

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Audit

Date Entered: 10/17/2002
Date Edited: 10/5/2004
Date Revised: 8/2/2004
Health Referral Number: HR3560
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