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Which agencies under the HHS are involved in toxicology?

Several agencies under the HHS umbrella are deeply involved in toxicology:
National Institutes of Health (NIH): Specifically, the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) conducts research on environmental toxicants and their effects on human health.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Through its Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), the CDC assesses the impact of hazardous substances in the environment.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA): The FDA evaluates the safety of food additives, drugs, and cosmetics, ensuring they do not pose toxicological risks to consumers.

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