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Published on July 16, 2023 - 19:31 GMT

Statement by HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra Celebrating the One-Year Anniversary of the Launch of 988

“Today we celebrate the one-year anniversary of the launch of 988, the three-digit Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, where Americans can connect with trained counselors who will listen and offer real help in times of crisis.  “Through 988, our message to …

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Published on July 13, 2023 - 19:41 GMT

CDC to Launch “Bridge Access Program” in Fall 2023 to Provide Free COVID-19 Vaccines and Treatments to Uninsured and Underinsured ...

To help ensure that millions of uninsured and underinsured American adults continue to have access to no-cost COVID-19 vaccinations, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is launching the Bridge Access Program for COVID-19 Vaccines this fall …

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Published on July 13, 2023 - 19:41 GMT

CMS Administrator Brooks-LaSure Letter to Payors Regarding Coverage of COVID-19 Vaccines Post Commercialization

To Medicare Plans, Private Insurance Plans, and State Medicaid and CHIP Programs: Thank you for your continued efforts to address the effects of COVID-19, even after the end of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) declared under the Public Health …

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Published on July 13, 2023 - 16:27 GMT

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Adds Spanish Text and Chat Service Ahead of One-Year Anniversary

The 988 Lifeline answered nearly 5 million contacts in the past year – 2 million more than the previous 12 months – following $1 billion Biden-Harris Administration investment Specialized services for LGBTQI+ youth and young adults were expanded, following …

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Published on July 13, 2023 - 14:53 GMT

Statement by HHS Secretary Becerra on FDA Approval of First Daily Over-the-Counter Oral Contraceptive

Today, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it has approved Opill (0.075 mg oral norgestrel tablet) for nonprescription use to prevent pregnancy— the first daily oral contraceptive approved for use in the U.S. without a prescription. U.S. …

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Published on July 13, 2023 - 13:23 GMT

Letter to COVID-19 Vaccine Manufacturers

Dear COVID-19 Vaccine Manufacturers, We are appreciative of your strong partnership over the last three years, which has seen the development, manufacture, and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines at a record pace. Your collaboration and dedication to this …

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Published on July 11, 2023 - 16:58 GMT

New Rule Proposed to Improve Child Care Access, Affordability, and Stability

Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), announced a new proposed rule that will help more families access the child care they need and better support child care providers in …

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Published on July 11, 2023 - 16:57 GMT

HHS Issues Proposed Rule to Advance Non-discrimination in Health and Human Service Programs for LGBTQI+ Community

Proposal reaffirms federal protections against discrimination in HHS grants and makes clear civil rights protections previously restricted Today, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) through the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and the Assistant …

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Published on July 7, 2023 - 12:56 GMT

HHS Announces Actions to Protect Consumers and Lower Health Care Costs

New Report Projects Nearly 19 Million Seniors Will Save $400 Per Year on Out-of-Pocket Prescription Drug Costs Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), announced actions to protect consumers from junk health plans, surprise medical …

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Published on July 6, 2023 - 17:51 GMT

New HHS Initiative Aims to Strengthen Nation’s Health Workforce

Today, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra highlighted the recently launched HHS Health Workforce Initiative during an event at Lincoln-West School of Science and Health, a public high school in Cleveland, Ohio, …

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Published on June 30, 2023 - 17:24 GMT

South Dakota Expands Medicaid Bringing Health Coverage to More than 52,000 State Residents

The Biden-Harris Administration encourages newly eligible South Dakotans to apply for coverage. Thanks to South Dakota’s historic expansion of Medicaid today under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), …

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Published on June 30, 2023 - 12:58 GMT

HHS Announces Actions to Lower Health Care Costs and Allow Medicare to Negotiate Lower Drug Prices

Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced actions to lower health care costs and implement President Biden’s lower cost prescription drug law – the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) – which is already saving covered seniors and …

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Published on June 29, 2023 - 15:55 GMT

Statement from HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra on the Supreme Court’s Harvard, University of North Carolina Affirmative Action ...

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra released the following statement today after the court’s decision in Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President and Fellows of Harvard College and SFFA v. University of North …

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Published on June 29, 2023 - 15:55 GMT

Statement from HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra on CDC's Historic Recommendation Allowing Older and Immunocompromised Adults to ...

CDC Recommendation Follows the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices' (ACIP) Recommendations for the Use of New GSK and Pfizer RSV Vaccines for People Ages 60 Years and Older Today, in response to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…

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Published on June 29, 2023 - 13:18 GMT

FACT SHEET: HHS Releases Draft Framework to Accelerate Efforts to Help Americans Avoid and Quit Smoking

HHS seeking public input in draft tobacco cessation framework, which will advance goals of the Biden Administration’s Cancer Moonshot Today the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health (OASH) is …

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Published on June 28, 2023 - 16:17 GMT

HHS Office for Civil Rights Settles HIPAA Investigation with iHealth Solutions Regarding Disclosure of Protected Health ...

iHealth Solutions is a Business Associate and settled a data breach affecting 267 individuals Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced a settlement of potential violations of the Health Insurance …

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Published on June 28, 2023 - 15:07 GMT

HHS Awards $31.5 Million in Behavioral Health Grants for Children, Youth and Young Adults

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), announced the award of $31.5 million in behavioral health grants for children, youth and young adults today. Addressing …

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Published on June 27, 2023 - 17:49 GMT

HHS Releases Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans Midcourse Report: Implementation Strategies for Older Adults

Report will share evidence-based strategies for increasing physical activity among older adults Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a report showcasing evidence-based interventions to support physical activity among …

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Published on June 26, 2023 - 18:16 GMT

HHS Hosts Pride Summit and Celebrates Pride month

Day-long event brought together hundreds of advocates and allies, Administration leaders, for celebration of Pride month and discussions about support for LGBTQI+ community On Monday, June 26, 2023, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) …

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Published on June 25, 2023 - 15:36 GMT

The Biden-Harris Administration’s Commitment to Advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Globally

The Biden-Harris Administration remains resolutely committed to advancing and protecting sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) around the world. Increasing access to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) information and services improves health …

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