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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has reached a $250,000 settlement with Inmediata Health Group, LLC following findings of potential …
HHS Settles with Health Group Over HIPAA Breach Affecting 1.5 Million Individuals Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee has published its Scientific Report, providing recommendations and analysis that will guide the development of the upcoming Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030. …
2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Releases Scientific Report Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the National Action Alliance for Patient and Workforce Safety (NAA), has unveiled the National Healthcare Safety Dashboard, a …
HHS Launches National Healthcare Safety Dashboard to Advance Patient and Workforce Safety Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has unveiled a new Global Strategy aimed at addressing foundational health challenges and preparing for future global health crises. …
HHS Launches Comprehensive Global Strategy to Strengthen Health Equity and International Collaboration Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR), has reached a resolution agreement with Holy Redeemer Family Medicine, a Pennsylvania-based healthcare provider, …
HHS OCR Secures Settlement with Holy Redeemer Family Medicine Over HIPAA Privacy Rule Violation Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a final rule designed to expand access to kidney and liver transplants for patients with HIV. By …
HHS Finalizes Rule to Expand Kidney and Liver Transplants for Individuals with HIV Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has released a set of resources designed to …
SAMHSA Releases Resources to Address Mental Health Impact of Gun Violence Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has announced a substantial funding initiative, allocating approximately $44 million across two …
ACF Announces $44 Million in Grants to Enhance Financial Security for Families Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has unveiled the 2021–2023 Progress Report for the Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) National Strategic Plan, outlining the achievements and …
HHS Releases STI National Strategic Plan Progress Report and Highlights New Focus on HSV Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C.— The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), has unveiled new regulations designed to improve safety standards in …
New CMS Rules Set to Enhance Maternal Safety and Access to Health Care for Underserved Communities Read More