HomePolicy Issues…Global Health hide Policy Issues Global Health To protect the American people, the United States actively works to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease threats. Outbreaks of infectious disease do not respect national borders. Halting and treating diseases at their points of origin is one of the best and most economical ways of saving lives and protecting Americans. The Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy (GHSD) at the U.S. Department of State leads and coordinates the Department’s work on strengthening global health security to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS. The Bureau leads U.S. diplomatic engagement; leverages and helps coordinate U.S. foreign assistance; and promotes international cooperation at the national, regional, and multilateral levels to better protect the United States and the world from health threats. The Bureau elevates and integrates global health security as a core component of U.S. national security and foreign policy. Learn more about GHSD. Top Stories December 1, 2023 PEPFAR World AIDS Day 2023 March 12, 2024 The FY 2025 Budget Request Modernizes and Bolsters the Workforce March 6, 2024 PEPFAR Highlights Dedication to Science and Strategic Goals at CROI 2024 February 23, 2024 New PEPFAR Youth Initiative: $20 Million to Address HIV/AIDS Among Youth Read All Top Stories Back to Top