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PHS

American  
Or P.H.S.

  1. Public Health Service.

PHS British  

abbreviation

  1. Public Health Service

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However, PHS estimates that around one in 10 of Scotland's population was on at least one new outpatient, inpatient or day‑case waiting list as of 28 February.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

The PHS Index, a leading indicator of housing activity, is expected to increase 2.5% month over month, after plummeting 9.3% in December.

From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026

The PHS Index, a leading indicator of housing activity, is expected to increase 2.5% month over month, after plummeting 9.3% in December.

From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026

PHS is encouraging everyone who is eligible to book a flu jab.

From BBC • Dec. 31, 2025

Not only was she crowned Homecoming Queen, she was also voted Miss PHS by her classmates.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger

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