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Today, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra released a statement in recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day.
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Today, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra released the following statement ahead of Labor Day:
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Inaugural Event Honors America's First Games at the National Mall with Games, Nutrition Education, and Native Traditions
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Alison Barkoff, the senior official performing the duties of the Administration for Community Living (ACL) Administrator and Assistant Secretary for Aging, announced her departure from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in early October.
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), announced $81.3 million in grant awards today. The funding includes over $16 million to support the integration of primary and behavioral health care, a model aimed at improving person-centered comprehensive care, increasing access to preventive care, coordinating mental, physical, social, and substance use-related needs, and reducing overall costs.
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Washington, D.C. – On August 28, 2024, United States Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy released a Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Mental Health and Well-Being of Parents. The advisory underscores the urgent need to better support parents, caregivers, and families for community well-being.
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On August 27, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced over $558 million in funding aimed at improving maternal health. This initiative is part of the Biden-Harris Administration's ongoing commitment to reducing the nation's high maternal mortality rate through the White House Blueprint for Addressing the Maternal Health Crisis.
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On Friday, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra hosted a roundtable with government officials, hospital and clinical leaders, distributors, and representatives from Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) to discuss mitigation strategies and solutions to alleviate the shortage of blood culture media bottles. Secretary Becerra began the call by highlighting the importance of acting now in order to avoid more acute shortages as we move into fall respiratory virus season.
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), has announced over $65 million in grant awards and funding opportunities aimed at addressing mental health and substance use crises. These initiatives are part of the President’s Unity Agenda, with $27.5 million allocated to the Strategic Prevention Framework – Partnerships for Success (SPF-PFS) program.
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Biden-Harris administration allocates $100M for healthcare navigators aiding underserved communitiesThe Biden-Harris Administration today announced a $100 million investment in organizations that assist underserved communities, consumers, and small businesses in enrolling for health coverage through HealthCare.gov and the Health Insurance Marketplace®. This initiative, led by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), aims to bolster efforts ahead of the Marketplace Open Enrollment starting November 1, 2024. The grants are part of a larger commitment of up to $500 million over five years, marking the longest grant period and financial commitment to date.
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During World Water Week from August 25−29, the Indian Health Service (IHS) is hosting events across Indian Country to highlight successful projects funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and to recognize the importance of improving water and sanitation infrastructure in tribal communities. These events will also celebrate the 65th anniversary of the IHS Sanitation Facilities Construction Program (SFC) and its history.
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Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) marks the 28th anniversary of the signing of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). On this day in 1996, President Bill Clinton signed this bipartisan legislation into law, introducing significant health care reforms. HIPAA is primarily known for establishing standards to safeguard the privacy and security of individually identifiable health information, which OCR administers and enforces.
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The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced over $1.4 billion in Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program funding for the HRSA AIDS Drug Assistance Program and related awards. This funding aims to provide lifesaving medication, quality HIV health care, and essential support services to individuals with HIV who have low incomes. The announcement aligns with the Biden-Harris Administration’s National HIV/AIDS Strategy.
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) launched a new national campaign today to inform the public about common respiratory viruses and available vaccines. The campaign, Risk Less. Do More., aims to increase awareness of vaccines that reduce serious illness from influenza (flu), COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in high-risk populations and to limit the spread of these viruses among all Americans.
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On August 16, 2024, Secretary Becerra addressed the disruptions in the availability of BD BACTEC™ blood culture media bottles, emphasizing the mission of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to ensure the health and well-being of all Americans. This includes ensuring that healthcare providers and facilities have the necessary tools to provide care.
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On August 16, 2024, the Biden-Harris Administration marked the second anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act, a law aimed at reducing prescription drug costs and making health insurance more affordable for Americans. Signed into law two years ago by President Biden, this legislation introduced significant changes to Medicare and the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), announced a new final rule aimed at strengthening Head Start’s capacity to recruit and retain qualified staff, enhance teacher wages and benefits, and ensure consistent quality programming for children and families. The rule, titled Supporting the Head Start Workforce and Consistent Quality Programming, will increase most Head Start teachers' annual wages by approximately $10,000.
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Today marks the two-year anniversary of the signing of the Inflation Reduction Act, a significant investment in climate protection. The act is accelerating progress toward President Biden and Vice President Harris' ambitious climate goals, which include building resiliency and reducing emissions in the health sector.
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The Biden-Harris Administration has announced agreements for new, lower prices for 10 selected drugs, marking a significant step in reducing prescription drug costs for millions of Americans. These drugs, which are among the most expensive and frequently dispensed in the Medicare program, treat conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. The new prices will take effect on January 1, 2026, for those with Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage.
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The National Heat Strategy will build resilience to heat and address heat-related health concerns.