DHS advocating for a healthcare system focused on the wellbeing of individuals

The Lown Institute has announced the publication of the seventh edition of its Shkreli Awards, which highlight the most egregious instances of profiteering and dysfunction within the healthcare industry.

The Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), Xavier Becerra, has announced that over 20 million individuals have enrolled for health care through the Affordable Care Act. The announcement was made on X, formerly known as Twitter.

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra has highlighted the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on reducing insulin prices. He took to social media to express that the Act has played a pivotal role in achieving this outcome.

A Florida-based roofing contractor, All Phase Roofing, has been cited by the U.S. Department of Labor's (DOL) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for three repeat violations concerning a lack of fall protection measures for their employees. The charges were revealed following an OSHA investigation, which resulted in fines totaling $159,117.

The U.S. federal government has expressed concern over the low vaccination rates among nursing home residents. In response to this, Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), recently conducted an online meeting with leaders from nursing homes. He emphasized their critical role in ensuring that both staff and residents receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

President Biden has tasked the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) with the mission to reduce overdose deaths. In this regard, regulations are being proposed to ensure that all federal facilities are equipped with overdose reversal medications, such as naloxone. The General Services Administration (GSA) is supporting these measures.

Ultragenyx, a pharmaceutical company, has agreed to pay $6 million for allegations of paying kickbacks that contributed to increased claims for its drug, Crysvita. The company is accused of submitting false claims to Medicare and Medicaid by offering free genetic tests to encourage prescriptions of its drug.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has released data that underscores its concerns regarding state laws that affect families during the renewal process for Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). The HHS revealed that states, particularly those with expanded Medicaid programs supported by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), are better equipped to maintain coverage for children.

U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), Xavier Becerra, has announced an update to the National Plan to combat Alzheimer's disease. The National Plan is a comprehensive initiative outlining how HHS and its stakeholders can lead in the development of treatments, research, care provision, support for people living with dementia and their caregivers, and action to mitigate risk factors.

Jennifer Mensik Kennedy, president of the American Nurses Association (ANA), has been recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare in 2023. This ranking celebrates individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and made a significant impact on healthcare.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has unveiled a proposed article outlining the cybersecurity strategy for the medical sector. The conceptual paper delves into various strategies for mitigating cyber attacks that affect all stakeholders in hospital operations.

The under-representation of Africa in medical research regarding new infections is an issue the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA) and H3D Foundation (H3D-F) aim to address, as their renewed partnership focuses on equipping early and mid-career African scientists with skill development opportunities.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) commemorated World Aids Day by announcing that 90 percent of people with HIV receiving medical care through a department program are virally suppressed. The revelation comes as part of an effort to increase awareness and support for those living with the disease.

Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Xavier Becerra has announced an initiative to enhance the domestic supply chain for essential medicines and medical countermeasures as part of the inaugural meeting of the White House Council on Supply Chain Resilience. This move comes as part of a concerted effort by the U.S. government to ensure a stable supply of vital medical supplies and reduce dependency on foreign sources.

The 2024 marketplace open enrollment period has seen roughly 4.6 million people sign up for Affordable Care Act (ACA) Health Insurance since opening on Nov. 1. These new enrollees come from both states utilizing HealthCare.gov and those with their own state-based marketplaces.