California Health & Human Services Agency Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on January 10, 2022 - 22:56 GMT

Statement from California Health & Human Services Agency Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly on the Release of Governor Newsom’s Proposed ...

“The Governor’s proposed budget continues our momentum towards building a true Healthy California For All. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted every Californian, with the most significant impacts on our underserved and most vulnerable communities. The …

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Published on December 30, 2021 - 19:32 GMT

CalHHS Annual Letter: A Year of Hope and Action.

Dear CalHHS Partners, As I sit down to write this letter, I am reflecting on this past year and I am reminded of the power of family, friendship, and community. This year brought hope. We administered over 64 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccines. It …

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Published on October 22, 2021 - 23:16 GMT

Joint Statement from California Health & Human Services Leaders on Future Public Charge Rulemaking

“Our state is proud to be home to the nation’s largest immigrant population and we are committed to building a California that is inclusive of all our neighbors. While we support the current administration’s interim decision to revert to the 1999 field …

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Published on October 20, 2021 - 04:21 GMT

Statement from California Health & Human Services Agency Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly on the Declaration of a National Emergency in ...

“As a primary care pediatrician and a father of four, I have seen first-hand the impacts of the pandemic on the mental health of California’s children and youth. This is not new. The mental health and substance use challenges facing children and youth were …

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Published on October 6, 2021 - 19:59 GMT

Cal Hospital Compare Announces 2021 Maternity Honor Roll

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 124 hospitals met or surpassed the statewide target aimed at reducing births via C-section Almost two-thirds of hospitals that offer maternity services in the state made the list Sacramento, CA – California Health and Human Services …

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Published on September 18, 2021 - 07:01 GMT

Joint Statement from California Health and Human Services Agency Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly and California Department of Public ...

“Today, the U.S Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee underscored the safety and effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccines. The research continues to clearly demonstrates how effective the COVID-19 …

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Published on September 16, 2021 - 22:20 GMT

Statement by California Health and Human Services Secretary and Covered California Board of Directors Chair Dr. Mark Ghaly

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Executive Director Peter V. Lee to Leave Covered California After 10 Years Leading the Nation’s Largest State-Based Marketplace “I am grateful to Peter for his dedication and commitment to the people of California. Under his …

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Published on September 3, 2021 - 21:43 GMT

CHHS Departments Support Afghan Arrivals

Context In recent weeks the United States initiated evacuations of Afghan citizens and nationals who are at-risk due to the current political instability in Afghanistan. California is doing its part to welcome these individuals and families into our …

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Published on August 20, 2021 - 18:59 GMT

Secretary Ghaly Appoints Expert Stakeholder Advisory Group to inform development of new Health and Human Services Data Exchange ...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Rodger.Butler@chhs.ca.gov Governor Newsom’s signature on AB 133 put California on a path to building a single data sharing agreement that will govern the exchange of health information across the state—breaking down siloes …

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Published on August 16, 2021 - 21:45 GMT

Joint Statement from California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly and California Department of Social Services ...

“California families and individuals receiving nutrition benefits through CalFresh will receive vital food resources as more than $2 billion in additional nutrition benefits are coming their way. “For the first time in more than 45 years, the federal …

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Published on July 14, 2021 - 22:43 GMT

Statement from California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly on the 2021 Budget Act

“The 2021-2022 Health and Human Services budget is a once-in-a-generation investment in a more equitable future where all Californians have the opportunities and supports needed to thrive. “This past year highlighted the vast disparities and inequities …

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Published on July 12, 2021 - 19:54 GMT

California Submits Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Spending Plan

On July 12, the Department of Health Care Services formally submitted California’s $4.6 billion Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Spending Plan to the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The plan is subject to CMS …

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Published on June 17, 2021 - 20:18 GMT

Statement from California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly on the U.S. Supreme Court Decision to uphold the ...

SACRAMENTO— California Health and Human Services Secretary and Chair of Covered California’s Board of Directors issues the following statement on the Supreme Court’s seven-justice majority decision to uphold the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. …

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Published on May 17, 2021 - 19:23 GMT

Statement from California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly on Mask Guidance

“California has made amazing progress in our fight against COVID-19. With more than 34 million vaccines administered, we now have among the lowest case and positivity rates in the nation. “On June 15, California plans to implement the CDC’s guidelines …

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Published on May 14, 2021 - 20:37 GMT

Statement from California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly on the Release of the Governor’s California Comeback ...

“The budget proposal released today by Governor Newsom represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity for us to disrupt the health, economic and racial inequities that fueled the pandemic and devastated families and communities across California. The health …

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Published on March 16, 2021 - 09:43 GMT

ALERT: Important Change to Public Charge Rule

Immigrants and their loved ones across California can seek and accept medical care, food assistance and public housing without fear or confusion about public charge consequences, thanks to changes in federal policy. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security …

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Published on February 23, 2021 - 02:26 GMT

Valencia Branch Laboratory Receives Initial Licensing Report, Vows Improvement for Californians

For Immediate Release February 22, 2021 Contact: Kate.Folmar@chhs.ca.gov Rodger.Butler@chhs.ca.gov Sacramento – The Laboratory Field Services Division of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), which regulates laboratories in the state, found …

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Published on January 27, 2021 - 23:28 GMT

State Officials Announce New COVID-19 Testing Resources for Schools

For Immediate Release Contact: Rodger.Butler@chhs.ca.gov New resources provide additional support for schools implementing COVID-19 testing for staff and students SACRAMENTO – State officials today announced the release of new online resources to support …

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Published on January 26, 2021 - 19:15 GMT

Newsom Administration Supplements Vaccine Delivery System; Announces Creation of Statewide Vaccine Delivery Network to Simplify ...

For Immediate Release January 26, 2021 Contact: Amy.Palmer@govops.ca.gov Darrel.Ng@cdph.ca.gov New System Will Partner with Counties on Health Education, Outreach to Hard to Reach Communities Third-Party Administrator Will Come On Board to Streamline, …

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Published on January 9, 2021 - 00:16 GMT

Statement from California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly on the Release of Governor Newsom’s Proposed Fiscal ...

“The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on California families and businesses. This past year has highlighted the systemic racism and discrimination that has created social, economic, and health inequities contributing to disproportionately higher …

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