U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
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Recent News About U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has named nine recipients of the new Commissioner’s National Priority Voucher (CNPV) pilot program.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its immunization schedules for adults and children, shifting to an individual-based approach for COVID-19 vaccination and recommending that toddlers receive the varicella...
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The Administration for Community Living (ACL), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, has announced $60 million in grants to support older adults and people with disabilities across the United States.
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has reached a settlement with Cadia Healthcare Facilities over potential violations of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)...
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced on September 30, 2025, that it will double the funding for the Childhood Cancer Data Initiative at the National Cancer Institute.
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has referred Harvard University to the department’s office responsible for suspension and debarment proceedings, a step that could lead to the university being...
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Anthony Letai, MD, Ph.D., was officially sworn in as director of the National Cancer Institute (NCI) on September 29, 2025.
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), has announced that more than $61 million in supplemental nutrition funding will be distributed to over 290 Head Start programs...
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has reached a resolution agreement with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare to address a civil rights complaint involving the institutionalization of a teenager...
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The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, has announced over $45 million in supplemental funding for State Opioid Response program recipients.
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) this week approved Vykat XR, developed by Soleno Therapeutics, as the first treatment for Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS).
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The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Education (ED), and the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) have acknowledged Columbia University's steps towards meeting the Joint Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism's...
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Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and the Assistant Secretary for Financial Resources (ASFR), issued a final rule to affirm nondiscrimination in HHS-funded programs and services. The Health and Human Services Grants Regulation (HHS Grants Rule) Final Rule was announced to protect LGBTQI+ individuals by explicitly prohibiting discrimination based on sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity, in specific health and human services programs. This move is in line with the Supreme Court decision in...
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced a significant investment of $105 million in funding to support over 100 community-based organizations dedicated to enhancing maternal and infant health. The announcement was made in Atlanta, Georgia, as part of HRSA's Enhancing Maternal Health Initiative.HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra emphasized the importance of maternal health, stating, “Maternal health is a fundamental human right and every mother deserves access to quality care and support. Having a safe and healthy pregnancy and birth shouldn’t depend...
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has finalized a rule aimed at enhancing protections for youth in foster care, particularly LGBTQI+ children. HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra emphasized the importance of providing tailored support for all children in government care, stating, “Every child deserves a safe and loving home.”LGBTQI+ children in foster care often face higher levels of bullying and harassment, leading to adverse outcomes such as increased mental health-related hospitalizations and homelessness. This new rule underscores the necessity of...
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Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) unveiled its plan for promoting the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in automated and algorithmic systems by state, local, tribal, and territorial governments in the administration of public benefits. The department highlighted the potential of AI advancements to improve the delivery of public benefits programs.According to the HHS, "Recent advances in the availability of powerful artificial intelligence (AI) in automated or algorithmic systems open up significant opportunities to enhance public...
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Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a new rule under Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act, aimed at advancing protections against discrimination in health care.Secretary Xavier Becerra expressed pride in the Office for Civil Rights' stance against discrimination, stating, “I am very proud that our Office for Civil Rights is standing up against discrimination, no matter who you are, who you love, your faith or where you live. Once again, we are...
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has recognized 12 winners in the initial phase of the Environmental Justice Community Innovator Challenge, a competition aimed at promoting community-level solutions to address health inequities and environmental justice. The challenge, part of a national effort to uplift community voices with innovative solutions, seeks to tackle the adverse health impacts of environmental conditions within disproportionately impacted communities.Racial and ethnic minority, disadvantaged, vulnerable, low-income, marginalized, and...
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Secretary Becerra issued a statement regarding the proposed Menthol Cigarette Rule, acknowledging the significant engagement the rule has received. He stated, "This rule has garnered historic attention and the public comment period has yielded an immense amount of feedback, including from various elements of the civil rights and criminal justice movement."Furthermore, Secretary Becerra highlighted the importance of continued dialogue, mentioning, "It’s clear that there are still more conversations to have, and that will take significantly more time." The Secretary...
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced partnerships with states and released key recommendations to strengthen the direct care workforce, as part of the Biden-Harris Administration's efforts to support caregivers and improve access to high-quality care for older adults and people with disabilities.HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra emphasized the importance of investing in care, stating, "Investing in care is an investment in the future of America's families, workforce, and economy." Becerra highlighted the significance of better data...