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Dr. Richard Carmona, a former surgeon general, talked about whether having a confirmed surgeon general would have improved federal government response to the three Ebola cases in the U.S. Bo…

Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Richard Carmona discussed research and efforts to improve survival and first responder training for improvised explosive device (IED) and mass shooting incide…

Richard Carmona (D) reacted to losing the race for Arizona’s Senate seat to Representative Jeff Flake (R-AZ). He spoke to supporters at an election watch party at Marriott Tucson University …

Arizona Senatorial candidates Representative Jeff Flake (R) and former Arizona Surgeon General Richard Carmona (D) debated various campaign issues.

Representative Jeff Flake (R) and former Surgeon General Richard Carmona (D) met in a debate for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by retiring Republican Senator Jon Kyl.

Representative Jeff Flake (R), former Surgeon General Richard Carmona (D), and attorney Marc Victor (L) met in a debate for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by retiring Republican Senator …

Health Affairs Magazine held a conference to address key issues in health care reform and to discuss facts and fictions about health care legislation. Health Affairs editor-in-chief Susa…

Rear Admiral Galson made opening remarks before a panel of former surgeons general discussed the epidemic of childhood obesity. They made recommendations for reversing and preventing this he…

Dr. Richard Carmona testified about his qualifications and his experience as the president’s nominee to become surgeon general. Among the topics he addressed were public health concerns as t…

Surgeon General Richard Carmona talked to the National Press Club about his background and career. He also talked about public health programs, health threats to the nation, and improving ch…

After introductions and a video-taped presentation, Surgeon General Richard Carmona announced his 670-page report, “The Health Consequences of Involuntary Exposure to Tobacco Smoke,” that co…

Secretary Leavitt announced plans for a transformation of the U.S. Public Health Service (USPHS) Commissioned Corps, one of the seven uniformed services, in order to increase the number of o…

Secretary Chertoff reported on his trip to the Gulf Coast with the president the previous day to witness the extent of the damage done by Hurricane Katrina and the suffering of the people af…

Following remarks at a day-long conference on childhood obesity by Surgeon General Carmona, panelists examined various aspects of marketing, self-regulation, and childhood obesity. They focu…

Dr. Carmona testified about the availability of prescription drugs, distribution over the Internet, foreign sources of drugs, and safety concerns with various drug distribution systems. A pa…

Officials talked to reporters about a first-ever report on the nation’s bone health and the impact of osteoporosis and low bone mass on the health care system. They noted that osteoporosis i…

Dr. Richard Carmona U.S. Surgeon General spoke about the role of the Public Health Service, the Surgeon General’s recent report on smoking, and his role as chairman of the Administration’s t…

The speakers talked about the negative impact of smoking on health. Following prepared remarks, they responded to questions from the audience. Slides were shown during the presentation.

The Department of Health and Human Services' Task Force on Drug Importation hosted a public meeting focusing on drug importation issues. Interested parties made presentations. Topics include…

The Department of Health and Human Services' Task Force on Drug Importation hosted a public meeting focusing on drug importation issues. Interested parties made presentations, some utilizing…