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National Health Information Center

US Dept Health and Human Services
1101 Wootton Parkway, Suiste LL100,
Rockville, MD 20852

(240) 453-8282

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Contact Information

Main
(240) 453-8282
Toll-Free
(800) 336-4797

Who We Are

The National Health Information Center (NHIC) is a health information referral service which links consumers and health professionals who have health questions with organizations best able to provide answers. The Center maintains an on-line directory of more than 1.700 health-related organizations that can provide health information. They include Federal and State agencies, voluntary associations, self-help and support groups, trade associations, and professional societies. Also prints directories and resource guides on a variety of health topics. Publications are free, but handling fees apply.



Health Finder features links to government and nonprofit health information resources, as well as my health finder which provides personalized recommendations for clinical preventive services specific to the user's age, gender, etc.



Health.gov is the home of the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) and the go to site for disease prevention and health promotion information and resources.



HealthyPeople.gov is a website for health professionals with tools and resources for exploring health objectives and impacts.

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
,
Spanish
Service Area(s)
Nationwide

Age Requirements
No Age Requirement
Family
No
Other Eligibility Criteria
No residency requirement

Available 24/7
No

Intake Process
Phone, mail, e-mail and fax
Self Refer
Yes
Intake Contact Email
info@nhic.org