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  Secretary of State - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
In France, a Secretary of State is a junior minister, responsible to a minister or the Prime Minister.
During a sede vacante, the former Secretary of State (the appointment expires when the pope dies or resigns) assumes some of the functions of the head of state as a part of a temporary commission.
In the individual states of the United States, the Secretary of State is an administrative officer responsible for a variety of governmental functions, depending on the constitution and laws of the particular state.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Secretary_of_State   (1234 words)

  
 Secretary of State for Health - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Secretary of State for Health is a UK cabinet position responsible for the Department of Health.
From 1871 the Health powers were moved to the President of the Local Government Board.
From 1968 it was amalgamated with the Ministry of Social Security under the Secretary of State for Social Services, until a demerger of the Department of Health and Social Security on July 25, 1988.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Secretary_of_State_for_Health   (663 words)

  
 The Secretary of State for Health - v - The Personal Representative of Christopher Beeson
In that application he stated in relation to the transfer of the house: ‘Transferred to son, as a result of stroke, in April 1997’.
He took issue with that view, stating that ‘the one certainty in my father's mind at the time of the transfer was that he was returning to live in and ultimately die in his home.
On this part of the case Mr Giffin for the Secretary of State was at pains to emphasise the discretionary or judgmental elements in the scheme of Part III of the 1948 Act.
www.hmcourts-service.gov.uk /judgmentsfiles/j1463/health_v_beeson.htm   (7318 words)

  
 State: Health secretary quickly finds himself in hot seat
Agwunobi's answer: Health officials thought they were dealing with an isolated case until they found anthrax on the late Bob Stevens' keyboard and in the nasal passages of 73-year-old mail room worker Ernesto Blanco.
Les Beitsch, formerly a deputy secretary for health in Florida and now Oklahoma's commissioner of health, said he was on the committee that picked Agwunobi.
Brooks, who preceded Agwunobi as health secretary, said he has faith in Agwunobi's ability to steer the state through the anthrax cases.
www.sptimes.com /News/101001/news_pf/State/Health_secretary_quic.shtml   (733 words)

  
 State Health -- Recommendations and Resources   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-06)
States may design their SCHIP program as a independent program that is separate from Medicaid, use SCHIP funds to bring more children into their existing Medicaid program, or combine these approaches.
Until 1979, there was one Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, uniting this department with the Department of Education, which is now headed by a separate Secretary of Education.
The United States Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare was the head of the United States Department of Health, Education, and Welfare.
www.becomingapediatrician.com /health/141/state-health.html   (1928 words)

  
 House of Lords - Regina v. Secretary of State for Health (Respondent) ex parte Quintavalle (on behalf of Prof-Life ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-06)
The next level of control is provided by the Secretary of State, who is empowered to make regulations for certain purposes subject (so far as relevant here) to an affirmative resolution of both Houses of Parliament (section 45(1), (4)).
Pursuant to section 3(3)(c) the Secretary of State may make regulations prohibiting the keeping or use of an embryo in specified circumstances.
The 14 day time limit (section 3(4)) is alternative to appearance of the primitive streak (section 3(3)(a)), and it is open to the Secretary of State to prescribe a period shorter than 14 days (section 3(3)(c)).
www.publications.parliament.uk /pa/ld200203/ldjudgmt/jd030313/quinta-1.htm   (3914 words)

  
 Speech presented by Secretary of State for Health - Clinical Excellence 2000
For the first time nurses and other health professionals will be given the bigger roles their qualifications and expertise deserve.
Health and social services will be brought together in one organisation.
The truth is that there isn't a health care system in the world public or private that doesn't have to make those choices.
www.nice.org.uk /page.aspx?o=14005&mode=normal   (3624 words)

  
 T & Anor, R (on the application of) v Secretary of State for Health & Anor
A similar complaint of breach of Articles 8 and 14 was made and the Secretary of State for the Home Department was required to use his powers under section 96(2) of the 1999 Act to increase the weekly amount of T's asylum support to compensate for the absence of benefit under the Welfare Food Scheme.
If it appears to the Secretary of State either that a child who is part of an asylum seeker's household has not been provided with adequate accommodation or with his essential needs he must offer provision pursuant to his power section 95 and, if the offer is accepted, he must make the provision.
In the circumstances, the state is under a positive duty under Article 2 to make provision in money or kind to enable T to provide S with such formula milk as she needs to eliminate that risk.
www.asylumsupport.info /courtcases/milktokens.htm   (12968 words)

  
 PAPower: STATE HEALTH SECRETARY NAMED AMONG TOP ‘40 UNDER 40’ BY PHILADELPHIA BUSINESS JOURNAL
Johnson was appointed by Governor Rendell as the secretary of Health in 2003 to advise the Governor on all health matters affecting Pennsylvania’s 12 million citizens.
Secretary Johnson directs nearly 1,800 employees in carrying out the department’s mission to promote healthy lifestyles, prevent injury and disease, and assure the safe delivery of quality health care for all Pennsylvanians.
At the time of his nomination for Secretary of Health, Dr. Johnson was a practicing pediatrician on the medical staff of Temple University Children’s Medical Center and an assistant professor of pediatrics at Temple University School of Medicine.
www.state.pa.us /papower/cwp/view.asp?Q=451545&A=11   (492 words)

  
 [···] — RI Secretary of State   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-06)
Staff from the Office of Secretary of State went to the Department of Health to obtain a copy of the application packet, so that the information could be hosted on his public information website.
The department informed the Secretary of State’s staff that the application packet was "under draft" and that it wasn't available.
The Department of Health held a public hearing on Dec. 30, 2004 and after the required 20-day period for new state regulations the law became effective today, January 19, 2005.
www.state.ri.us /PressReleases/PressRelease.2005-01-26.4772310582   (367 words)

  
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The House of Lords so held when allowing the Secretary of State's appeal from the Court of Appeal (Buxton, Wall LJJ and Lindsay J), [2005 1 WLR 1209 which had allowed an appeal by the claimant, H, acting by her litigation friend the Official Solicitor, from Silber J
Hospital managers had to ensure a patient and her relatives understood the effect of the provisions detaining her and knew of her rights of application to the tribunal; the tribunal's procedures were user-friendly; assistance could be given in preparing an application and it could be made on the patient's behalf.
In particular the Secretary of State, under s 67, could refer the patient's case at any stage.
www.lawreports.co.uk /WLRD/2005/HLPC/oct0.7.htm   (424 words)

  
 John Foster Dulles, Secretary of State
He subsequently served as Secretary of State in the administration of President Dwight D. Eisenhower, where he was instrumental in forming the Southeast Asia Treaty Organization (SEATO).
Dulles was a member of the United States delegation to the United Nations General Assembly in Paris in November, 1948, when Secretary of State George C. Marshall was forced to return to the United States for surgery.
The Commanding General, Military District of Washington, as the representative of the Secretary of the Army, who in turn represented the Secretary of Defense, was in charge of arranging all armed forces participation in the ceremonies.
www.arlingtoncemetery.net /jfdulles.htm   (10506 words)

  
 Pennsylvania Health Secretary Says Response to Anthrax Case Shows the State Is Prepared to Handle Emergencies
HARRISBURG, Pa., March 23 /PRNewswire/ -- State Health Secretary Dr. Calvin B. Johnson today thanked medical and public health officials for their keen observations, quick response and excellent care of Vado Diomande, the 44- year-old New York resident who tested positive for a case of inhalational anthrax in Pennsylvania more than a month ago.
Diomande's anthrax was confirmed by the State Health Lab in Lionville.
Last week, Governor Rendell also proposed adding $500,000 in state funding for preparedness planning, to help ensure that first responders, hospital staff and other key stakeholders are prepared during a public health threat.
www.prnewswire.com /cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=104&STORY=/www/story/03-23-2006/0004326138&EDATE=   (327 words)

  
 Press Release: NPA Response to Appointment of New Secretary of State for Health   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-06)
NPA Response to Appointment of New Secretary of State for Health
Responding to the announcement that Dr John Reid is to be the new Secretary of State for Health, John D'Arcy, Chief Executive of The National Pharmacy Association said: "On behalf of the NPA Board of Management and Membership, I want to congratulate and welcome Dr John Reid to his new post.
This is a pivotal time for community pharmacy services, and I look forward to meeting with him at the earliest opportunity, so that I can continue to communicate, on behalf of the NPA's 6,000 community pharmacy owners, our views on what the Government's 'balanced package of proposals' for implementing the OFT report should contain.
www.npa.co.uk /publications/pressreleases/2003/june13.html   (243 words)

  
 Speech by Rt Hon John Reid MP, Secretary of State for Health, 4 November 2003: Learning from the market – not ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-06)
The NHS basic value is that health care should be provided for everyone free at the point of delivery and that it should be funded through central taxation.
For most Americans their private insurance meets some of their health care and for many of these there are strict limitations on that cover as insurance companies pick and chose what they will cover.
Self-care is at the heart of Kaiser’s philosophy and practice to the extent that patients, carers and families are seen as co-providers in health care.
www.dh.gov.uk /NewsHome/Speeches/SpeechesList/SpeechesArticle/fs/en?CONTENT_ID=4071488&chk=SahneI   (2015 words)

  
 California Secretary of State - Business Portal
The Secretary of State's office is in the process of amending regulations to expand current preclearance and expedited filing services.
The Secretary of State's office has adopted regulations relating to the administration of the Written Advance Health Care Directive Registry.
The Secretary of State's office has adopted regulations regarding education for notaries public.
www.ss.ca.gov /business/business.htm   (141 words)

  
 Ban Trans Fats: The Campaign to Ban Partially Hydrogenated Oils
To ask the Secretary of State for Health, what assessment his department has made of the effects on human health of hydrogenated fats in processed foods.
To ask the Secretary of State for Health, whether it is his policy to increase public awareness of the effects of hydrogenated fats on human health.
The Department of Health and the Food Standards Agency (FSA) are engaged with stakeholders in a wide range of activities aimed at promoting a healthy balanced diet, including increasing people's awareness of the overall quantity and balance of different types of fat in the diet.
www.bantransfats.com /parliament.htm   (445 words)

  
 news - UK: NEW APPOINTMENTS AT THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-06)
Jane Kennedy joins the Department of Health after serving as Minister of State for work at the Department for Work and Pensions where she was where she was responsible for the Government's welfare to work policies and health and safety at work.
Caroline Flint was formally Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Home Office from June 2003 to May 2005, responsible for reducing organised and international crime, anti-drugs co-ordination and international and European issues.
Minister of State for health services will be responsible for International and EU business, emergency preparedness, cancer services, cardiac services, diabetes services, mental health, prison healthcare, dentistry, patient and public involvement, renal services and equality and diversity issues.
www.noticias.info /asp/aspComunicados.asp?nid=65557&src=0   (798 words)

  
 Health: State Warns Of Extremely Hot, Humid Weather [6/28/05]
HARRISBURG: State Health Secretary Dr. Calvin B. Johnson today was joined by Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency Director Adrian R. King, Jr., and Department of Aging Secretary Nora Dowd Eisenhower in reminding all Pennsylvanians to take the proper precautions over the next several days as extremely hot, humid weather descends on the state.
State health officials recommend drinking plenty of non-alcoholic liquids such as water — even if not thirsty; dressing appropriately in light-colored, loose-fitting clothing; using proper sunscreens; staying out of the sun during the hottest part of the day; and postponing strenuous activity and work until later in the day when the temperature drops.
Additional contact information and hot weather safety tips are available through the state Department of Aging Web site at www.aging.state.pa.us or the Department of Health Web site at www.health.state.pa.us.
www.dsf.health.state.pa.us /health/cwp/view.asp?A=190&Q=241846   (437 words)

  
 Office of the Texas Secretary of State
As Texas’ 105th Secretary of State, I am honored and excited to have this opportunity to serve the people of Texas.
Secretary Williams Announces Torchmark to Expand in McKinney
A list of health spas that are currently registered with the Secretary of State is now available online.
www.sos.state.tx.us   (236 words)

  
 Blogger: Email Post to a Friend
Email Post to a Friend: Health Direct Blog- NHS news and spin- how the Labour govt is saving the N.H.S. The information you provide on this form will not be used for anything other than sending the email to your friend.
Top of the list is involving doctors, health professionals and patients in the formulation of health policy and reforms.
He is seeking an early meeting with the Secretary of State for Health.
www.blogger.com /email-post.g?blogID=8929296&postID=111624035862469392   (568 words)

  
 Bulletin - University of Sussex Newsletter - Secretary of State for Health visits Medical School - 17th October 2003
Secretary of State for Health visits Medical School
The Secretary of State for Health met some of the 136 students who managed to win places on the five-year degree programme.
Dr Reid also met the Dean of BSMS, Professor Jon Cohen; Vice-Chancellor of the University of Sussex, Professor Alasdair Smith; and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Brighton, Professor Sir David Watson.
www.sussex.ac.uk /press_office/bulletin/17oct03/article12.shtml   (204 words)

  
 State: Health secretary takes FSU job
TALLAHASSEE -- Health Department Secretary Robert Brooks is leaving his post to become a professor at Florida State University's new medical school.
Brooks, who has been health secretary since January 1999, takes over as associate dean for health affairs and professor of family medicine on Sept. 1.
In the 2 1/2 years he spent running the state Department of Health, which oversees services such as immunizations, family planning and AIDS prevention programs, Brooks said he is most proud of his work with the state's Closing the Gap program.
www.sptimes.com /News/073101/State/Health_secretary_take.shtml   (560 words)

  
 British Secretary of State for Health Visits VA Allan Opie Opie allanopie@amerion.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-06)
Britain's Secretary of State for Health, met with senior Department of
health care issues with Dr. Robert H. Roswell, under secretary for health.
health and for meetings with Secretary of Health and Human Services Tommy G. Thompson.
www.haditveteransforum.com /57408.htm   (226 words)

  
 Know Rhode Island — RI Secretary of State   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-06)
There shall continue to be one seal for the public use of the state; the form of an anchor shall be engraven thereon; the motto thereof shall be the word "Hope"; and in a circle around the outside shall be engraven the words, "Seal of the State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, 1636".
The total area of the state is 1,214 square miles, of which 1,045 are land and 169 are water.
The greatest length of the state is 48 miles and the greatest width is 37 miles.
www.sec.state.ri.us /resources_for/library/riinfo/riinfo/knowrhode   (6514 words)

  
 King's Fund - King's Fund welcomes Secretary of State for Health's promise of sustained assault on health inequalities   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-06)
King's Fund welcomes Secretary of State for Health's promise of sustained assault on health inequalities
"A relentless and sustained effort across Government and the NHS is the surest way of reducing the health gap between rich and poor in Britain," King's Fund chief executive Rabbi Julia Neuberger said today.
Responding to Alan Milburn's speech at the Faculty of Public Health Medicine, Julia Neuberger said: "The Secretary of State for Health has today committed the Government to a new approach to health policy.
www.kingsfund.org.uk /news/press_releases/kings_fund_42.html   (350 words)

  
 Mainstreaming Action of Health Inequalities, HDA National Conference 2004
UK Secretary of State for Health Dr John Reid, Chief Medical Officer Sir Liam Donaldson and Derek Wanless will be among the key speakers at the Health Development Agency's (HDA) second annual conference, held in London on the 23rd and 24th of September 2004.
This year's theme is mainstreaming health inequalities; linking evidence, policy and practice, and the conference will address issues around improving public health and promote evidence-based action to tackle inequalities in health in areas such as maternal and child nutrition, falls and mobility and tobacco use.
The Health Development Agency http://www.hda.nhs.uk is the national authority on what works to improve people's health and to reduce health inequalities.
www.pharma-lexicon.com /medicalnews.php?newsid=9723   (383 words)

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