What is the Impact of HHS's Work on Public Health?
The efforts of HHS in toxicology have significant impacts on public health by:
Reducing Exposure: Through regulation and education, HHS helps to minimize public exposure to toxic substances. Improving Safety: Ensuring that products such as pharmaceuticals and consumer goods are safe for use. Enhancing Knowledge: Supporting research to improve understanding of how toxic substances affect health. Emergency Response: Providing guidance and support in response to chemical emergencies or toxic spills.