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Published on November 15, 2023 - 15:42 GMT

Breaking Language Barriers: Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Plan to Address Language Barriers and Strengthen Language ...

The HHS Language Access Plan is a critical step toward making health care and human services accessible to all; it represents a commitment to equal opportunities and improved health care for all Americans. Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human …

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Published on November 14, 2023 - 19:55 GMT

With Missouri Approval, 40 States Now Offer Full Year of Medicaid Coverage After Pregnancy

Thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration’s efforts to strengthen maternal health, an estimated 641,000 Americans annually are now eligible for essential care for a full year after pregnancy. Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), …

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Published on November 14, 2023 - 14:06 GMT

HHS Factsheet: National Climate Assessment 5 Unveiled

National Climate Assessment 5’s Chapter on Health highlights climate change harms to human health The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), as part of the U.S. Global Change Research Program (USGCRP), is pleased to announce the release of the …

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Published on November 13, 2023 - 21:10 GMT

HHS, SAMHSA Release 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health Data

Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), released the results of the 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH). The report shows how people …

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Published on November 13, 2023 - 20:45 GMT

Biden-Harris Administration Reiterates Urgent Call for Congress to Help Strengthen Addiction Treatment, Crack Down on Drug ...

“The President is fighting for more funding to expand access to treatment and keep deadly drugs like fentanyl out of our communities. We know Congress can and must come together on this issue – the American people deserve no less.” Washington, D.C. – Today …

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Published on November 13, 2023 - 15:06 GMT

HHS Office for Civil Rights Settles with Massachusetts Skilled Nursing Facility Regarding Disability Discrimination

This latest action sends a clear message to health care providers that denying admission to individuals because they are undergoing treatment for recovery is against the law. Today, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the United States Department of …

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Published on November 8, 2023 - 23:14 GMT

Readout of HHS Secretary Becerra’s Roundtable on Contraception Access

Biden Harris-Administration Hosted a Roundtable to Hear Directly from Researchers On the Ground About Barriers to Contraception Care in the Aftermath of the Dobbs Decision, and Reaffirm Commitment to Expanding Access to Contraception On Monday, November 6, …

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Published on November 8, 2023 - 19:33 GMT

Biden-Harris Administration Launches ‘Birthing-Friendly’ Designation on Web-Based Care Compare Tool

User-friendly tool helps identify hospitals and health systems committed to providing high-quality maternity care Today, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will begin displaying the ‘Birthing-Friendly’ designation icon on CMS’s Care …

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Published on November 7, 2023 - 19:22 GMT

HHS Secretary Becerra's Statement on the Bipartisan Confirmation of Monica Bertagnolli for NIH Director

Today, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra released the following statement on the Senate’s bipartisan vote to confirm Dr. Monica Bertagnolli as the Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH): “The United …

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Published on November 6, 2023 - 22:23 GMT

Biden-Harris Administration Proposes to Protect People with Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Coverage from Predatory ...

Today, the Biden-Harris Administration is proposing important steps to strengthen Medicare Advantage and the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program (Part D). As part of his Bidenomics agenda, President Biden has worked to increase competition in the …

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Published on November 6, 2023 - 19:22 GMT

HHS Announces Top Health Centers for Clinical Quality Excellence

Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), announced the top 10 percent of health centers receiving a Gold Health Center Quality Leader badge for their achievements in …

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Published on November 3, 2023 - 03:00 GMT

The Biden-Harris Administration is taking actions to improve the health of rural communities and help rural health care providers ...

The Biden-Harris Administration is taking actions to improve the health of rural communities and help rural health care providers stay open. These actions: Build on the Affordable Care Act and Inflation Reduction Act to increase access to affordable health …

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Published on November 2, 2023 - 22:22 GMT

CMS Finalizes Physician Payment Rule that Advances Health Equity

Final policies will expand behavioral health services, advance the President’s Cancer Moonshot, support family caregivers, and accelerate value-based care Today, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced it is finalizing policies to …

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Published on November 2, 2023 - 22:09 GMT

CMS Makes Hospital Prices More Transparent and Expands Access to Behavioral Health Care

Final Rule Fills Gaps in Behavioral Health Services Under Medicare to Improve Health Outcomes Today, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced it is expanding access to behavioral health services for people with Medicare through …

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Published on November 1, 2023 - 21:39 GMT

Secretary Becerra Named Chair of U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness; Announces $6.1 Million in New Measures on Affordable ...

HHS awards $2.1M to bolster supportive services for families living in affordable housing; awards 11 new grants totaling nearly $4 million for runaway and homeless youth prevention. HHS and HUD announce joint Housing and Services Partnership Accelerator to …

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Published on November 1, 2023 - 14:36 GMT

HHS Secretary Becerra's Statement on the FDA’s Approval of Wezlana

Today, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra released the following statement regarding the FDA’s approval of Wezlana (ustekinumab-auub) as a biosimilar to and interchangeable with Stelara (ustekinumab) for multiple …

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Published on October 31, 2023 - 20:08 GMT

HHS Issues Take Action for Adolescents: A Call to Action for Adolescent Health and Well-Being

Today, HHS issued Take Action for Adolescents: A Call to Action for Adolescent Health and Well-Being a new effort to promote collaboration and spur action to improve the health and well-being of adolescents across the U.S. “Young people today are facing …

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Published on October 31, 2023 - 15:14 GMT

HHS’ Office for Civil Rights Settles Ransomware Cyber-Attack Investigation

OCR Settles with Business Associate in attack affecting over 200,000 individuals Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced a settlement under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability …

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Published on October 30, 2023 - 17:44 GMT

Surgeon General Launches Nationwide “We Are Made to Connect” College Tour to Inspire Students to Build, Strengthen, and Prioritize ...

After Warning about the Profound Public Health Challenge Loneliness Poses – Especially for Young Adults – Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy to Issue 5-for-5 Connection Challenge to Students to Help Build More Connection in Their Lives (Washington, DC) -- …

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Published on October 30, 2023 - 16:04 GMT

HHS Proposes Rule to Establish Disincentives for Health Care Providers that have Committed Information Blocking

HHS requests public comment by January 2, 2024 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) today released a proposed rule for public comment that would establish disincentives for health care providers found by the HHS Office of Inspector …

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