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Published on April 20, 2022 - 23:09 GMT

In Nevada, Secretary Becerra Highlighted the Importance of Strengthening the Health Care Workforce, Launching 988, Access to ...

Yesterday, April 19, 2022, in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra participated in events, site visits, and roundtables underscoring the importance of addressing the health care provider shortage; …

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Published on April 20, 2022 - 12:39 GMT

HHS Releases New Data and Report on Hospital and Nursing Home Ownership

New data supports President Biden’s plan to protect seniors by improving safety and quality of care Today, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is taking actions to promote competition and transparency in our nation’s health care system that …

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Published on April 19, 2022 - 18:53 GMT

As Part of President Biden’s Mental Health Strategy, HHS Awards Nearly $105 Million to States and Territories to Strengthen Crisis ...

Funded by the American Rescue Plan, these investments will bolster our crisis care infrastructure The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through its Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), is awarding nearly $105 …

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Published on April 18, 2022 - 20:46 GMT

CMS Proposes Policies to Advance Health Equity and Maternal Health, Support Hospitals

CMS Integrates Equity and Maternal Health Quality Measures into Proposed Rule that Drives Payment for Hospitals Today, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a proposed rule for inpatient and long-term hospitals that builds on the …

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Published on April 15, 2022 - 14:01 GMT

ICYMI: HHS Takes Actions to Improve Maternal Health and Equity During Black Maternal Health Week 2022

In recognition of Black Maternal Health Week (April 11-17, 2022), Secretary Xavier Becerra and leaders across the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) took actions to improve maternal health and reduce health disparities. The Biden-Harris …

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Published on April 15, 2022 - 13:00 GMT

HHS Announces $226.5 Million to Launch Community Health Worker Training Program

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), today announced the availability of $226.5 million in American Rescue Plan funding to launch the Community Health Worker Training …

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Published on April 15, 2022 - 00:39 GMT

Readout of HHS Secretary Becerra’s Black Maternal Health Discussion with State Leaders

On Thursday, April 14, 2022, Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra participated in a discussion on advancing equity in maternal health, with state leaders, including New Jersey First Lady Tammy Murphy and Washington First …

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Published on April 14, 2022 - 21:37 GMT

HHS Statements on New Plan to Advance Equity in the Delivery of Health and Human Services

The Department joins 90 other federal agencies in releasing an “Equity Action Plan” as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s push to advance equity across the federal government. Today, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra and the …

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Published on April 14, 2022 - 15:20 GMT

Statement from Secretary Becerra on HHS Plan to Advance Equity in the Delivery of Health and Human Services

The Department joins 90 other federal agencies in releasing an “Equity Action Plan” as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s push to advance equity across the federal government. Today, Secretary Becerra released the following statement on HHS’ new …

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Published on April 14, 2022 - 14:03 GMT

Proposed Scientific Questions to Inform the Development of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030 Available for Public ...

Overview As the first step in the development process of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030 (Dietary Guidelines), the U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Agriculture (USDA) are releasing proposed scientific questions for …

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Published on April 13, 2022 - 16:46 GMT

CMS Announces Key Actions to Reduce Maternal Mortality and Morbidity

CMS proposes a “Birthing-Friendly” designation and announces 11 new states and the District of Columbia looking to extend postpartum Medicaid & CHIP coverage. Today, as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Call to Action to reduce maternal …

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Published on April 13, 2022 - 14:56 GMT

HHS Awards $16 Million to Strengthen the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program, Announces $9 Million ...

As HHS recognizes Black Maternal Health Week, these funds will help improve maternal health and reduce health disparities. Today, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), announced …

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Published on April 11, 2022 - 21:27 GMT

Remarks by HHS Secretary Becerra at the White House Medical Debt Event with Vice President Harris

On Monday, April 11, 2022, Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra joined Vice President Kamala Harris and other Administration officials at the White House to deliver remarks at an event focused on new actions the Biden- …

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Published on April 11, 2022 - 20:43 GMT

HHS Takes Actions to Promote Safety and Quality in Nursing Homes

CMS Proposed Rule Seeks Feedback on Staffing Standards and Health Equity Today, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued its fiscal year (FY) 2023 Skilled Nursing Facilities Prospective Payment System (SNF PPS) proposed rule, which …

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Published on April 11, 2022 - 17:26 GMT

Secretary Becerra and HHS Leaders Celebrate Black Maternal Health Week 2022

Biden-Harris Administration continues to advance its goals of improving maternal health and equity. Today, Secretary Xavier Becerra and leaders across the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released the following statements in recognition …

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Published on April 7, 2022 - 22:06 GMT

Remarks by HHS Secretary Becerra during a joint press conference on World Health Day with the World Health Organization Director-...

On Thursday, April 7, 2022, U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra and World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus held a joint press conference on World Health Day. As Prepared for Delivery Thank …

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Published on April 6, 2022 - 19:13 GMT

Remarks by Secretary Xavier Becerra at White House COVID-19 Briefing on New Federal Plan to Accelerate Support for People ...

As Delivered Thank you, Dr. Fauci. When it comes to COVID, we have more tools than ever before to stay safe, from vaccines and boosters, to treatments and tests. All widely available at no cost to the American people thanks to our national COVID response …

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Published on April 6, 2022 - 17:15 GMT

HHS' Office for Civil Rights Seeks Public Comment on Recognized Security Practices and Sharing Civil Money Penalties and Monetary ...

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) today released a Request for Information (RFI) seeking input from the public on two requirements of the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act …

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Published on April 6, 2022 - 07:36 GMT

Biden-Harris Administration Announces a New Way for Medicare Beneficiaries to Get Free Over-the-Counter COVID-19 Tests

The Biden-Harris Administration is announcing today that more than 59 million Americans with Medicare Part B, including those enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan, now have access to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved, authorized, or cleared over …

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Published on April 6, 2022 - 07:35 GMT

Newly Appointed HHS Region 10 Director Visits Oregon to Thank Providers and Workers on The Front Lines of the COVID-19 Response ...

HHS Region 10 includes Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Alaska, and 272 federally recognized tribes. Last week, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Region 10 Director, Ingrid Ulrey, appointed by the Biden-Harris Administration in November 2021 …

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