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2013 USPHS Scientific and Training Symposium |
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| Credit: USPHS Commissioned Corps |
The foundation conducts research into a range of issues that impact upon public health, including analyses of proposed and contemplated health policy changes. Recent examples have included evaluating the preparedness of the nation’s public health system to deal with emergencies and analyzing the factors that will motivate future generations to choose a particular career path, including one related to the PHS Commissioned Corps.
The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization. All donations to the foundation are fully tax-deductible as charitable donations for income tax purposes. Donations to the foundation are recognized at the annual Public Health Symposium, in the Commissioned Officers Association newsletter (Frontline) and in the most recent annual report.