### Question
How does GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES define medically underserved children and adolescents?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 280h*, **medically underserved children and adolescents** is defined as:

> a population of children and adolescents who are residents of an area designated as a medically underserved area or a health professional shortage area by the Secretary

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 280h*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER II-GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES > Part Q-Programs To Improve the Health of Children**

