National Center for Health Statistics (Department of Health and Human Services)

The National Center for Health Statistics is the nation's source for official health statistics. As a principle statistical agency, NCHS collects, analyzes, and shares health data and statistics that are timely, accurate, and relevant. 

NCHS provides important data and statistics to identify health problems. Policymakers, public health professionals, and others use our data and statistics to develop and manage policies and programs to address these problems. 

Our statistics: 

• Measure the health of the U.S. population and subpopulations 
• Monitor trends in health characteristics Identify differences in health conditions and behaviors across groups 
• Document access to and use of the healthcare system 
• Support biomedical, public health, and health services research 
• Provide data to guide public policies and programs 
• Track the impact of major policy initiatives 

For more information on National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) products and programs, email RDCA@cdc.gov.