U.S. Preventive Services Task Force

Provided by: Healthwise
50% of users found this article helpful.

The United States Preventive Services Task Force is this country's leading source of recommendations and guidelines for screening tests, counseling, immunizations, and use of medications for disease prevention. It is composed of medical experts and is sponsored by the Department of Health and Human Services' Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ).

The task force regularly conducts rigorous, impartial assessments of scientific evidence and develops recommendations for clinical preventive services.

Author:Jeannette Curtis
Caroline Rea, RN, BS, MS
Last Updated: 05/25/2007

© 1995-2007, Healthwise, Incorporated, P.O. Box 1989, Boise, ID 83701. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

This information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. For more information, click here. Privacy Policy. How this information was developed.

Was this article helpful?
Tell us what you think.

Rate this article:
liked it no thanks

Filter By:

In the Spotlight

Dealing With An Emergency

Do you know proper first aid techniques? Different emergency situations require different plans of action.

Learn more »

Yahoo! Groups

Join the Conversation:

Join a Yahoo! Group and discuss topics with other members of the group.

Start a Health Support Group »

Tell us what you think about Yahoo! Health - Send us your feedback