HHS: HHS Releases First-Ever STI Federal Implementation Plan
STIs in the US dramatically increased between 2020-2021, with over 2.5 million cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis reported.
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HHS: HHS Publishes National Model Standards for Substance Use, Mental Health, and Family Peer Worker Certifications
The national standards aim to fully incorporate the peer workforce into all facets of the healthcare system.
HHS: In Newly Released Audit Report, HHS Announces New Accountability Team, Additional Efforts to Protect the Safety and Well-being of Unaccompanied Children
HHS announced additional efforts to enhance child safety, including Program Accountability team to assess, address child exploitation risks.
HHS: HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra Declares Public Health Emergency for Guam in Response to Typhoon Mawar
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra declared a Public Health Emergency (PHE) for Guam due to Typhoon Mawar.
HHS: Biden-Harris Administration Announces $65 Million to Strengthen Hurricane Response and Emergency Preparedness at Health Centers
The “Capital Assistance for Hurricane Response and Recovery Efforts” targets health centers in communities often impacted by disasters
HHS: HHS Awards Funding to States, Tribes, and College Campuses to Help Prevent Youth Suicide, Part of the Biden-Harris Commitment to Addressing the Mental Health Crisis
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded $5.9 million for youth suicide prevention programs.
HHS: Biden-Harris Administration Hosts Historic Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Federal Employee Leadership Development Conference
The event, attended by over 1,000 employees from 100+ federal agencies, focused on cultivating leaders and addressing challenges.
HHS: HHS Awards Funding to Build Out the Biden-Harris Administration’s Crisis Care 988 Lifeline
Mobile response teams will address mental health and substance use crises, coordinating with local law enforcement.
HHS: Biden-Harris Administration Announces Proposal to Advance Prescription Drug Transparency in Medicaid
The new proposed HHS rule would allow Medicaid to hold drug manufacturers more accountable for drug pricing.
HHS: Surgeon General Issues New Advisory About Effects Social Media Use Has on Youth Mental Health
Surgeon General Dr. Murthy released an Advisory on Social Media and Youth Mental Health, highlighting potential risks of harm