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List of Public Health Emergency Declarations

The Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) may, under section 319 of the Public Health Service (PHS) Act determine that: a) a disease or disorder presents a public health emergency; or b) that a public health emergency, including significant outbreaks of infectious disease or bioterrorist attacks, otherwise exists. 

Duration and Notification: The declaration lasts for the duration of the emergency or 90 days, but may be extended by the Secretary.   Learn More >>