Department of health

Department of Health

The Department of Health (DOH) is a part of the government that focuses on issues related to the general health of the citizenry. The Department of Health sets health policy and guidelines, and oversees all health-related matters.

Pronunciation

• /dɪˈpɑːrtmənt ɒv hɛlθ/

Etymology

The term "Department of Health" is derived from the Latin word departire, meaning "to divide", and the Old English word hǣlth, meaning "wholeness, a being whole, sound or well."

Functions

The Department of Health has a wide range of functions, including:

• Disease control and prevention
• Health promotion
• Healthcare services
• Healthcare policy
• Public health
• Environmental health
• Health education

Related Terms

• Ministry of Health
• Public Health Service
• Health Department
• Healthcare system
• Health policy

See Also

• Healthcare in the United States
• Healthcare in the United Kingdom
• Healthcare in Canada
• Healthcare in Australia

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