The Surgical Pause Initiative won the 2023 award for patient safety and quality. The Department of Veterans Affairs is expanding its Surgical Pause Initiative across the nation. Already…
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CDC Resumes Anti-Smoking Campaign
The agency’s focus is on menthol cigarettes. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is running nationwide ads featuring former smokers’ stories of health dangers. The agency’s campaign is particularly…
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Eight States to Test New HHS Homelessness Recovery Program
Technical assistance is offered to strengthen the partnership between states and the federal government. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that eight states will be…
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DOJ Settles Opioid User Discrimination Case with PA Court System
Addicts approved for anti-addiction treatment were not given their prescriptions. The Department of Justice (DOJ) secured an agreement with the Judicial System of Pennsylvania requiring state courts to…
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First Lady Promotes Women’s Health Research in Atlanta
She highlights the White House Initiative on research for women’s health launched last fall. First Lady Jill Biden promoted the White House Initiative on Women’s Health Research on…
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HUD Awards $39 Million for Low-Income Home Hazard Identification
Funding to go to 23 organizations in 15 states. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awarded $39 million to 23 organizations and governmental programs focused on…
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DOE Finalizes Rule on Gas Stove Efficiency
A milder version than the original proposal was released after congressional pushback. The Department of Energy (DOE) finalized the rule requiring new gas stoves to reduce emissions, after…
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VA Announces Grants for Veteran Suicide Prevention
The community-based organizations provide support, screenings, and case management. The Department of Veterans Affairs recently announced the availability of $52.5 million in funding for grants to organizations focused…
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Legislation Would Prohibit Federal Funds for Minor Gender Transitions
Over 40 representatives co-sponsored the bill to prevent taxpayer dollars from being used for transgender procedures on minors. Congressman Rich McCormick of Georgia introduced the Protecting Resources Of…
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Attorney General Garland to Undergo Back Surgery
Official duties will be transferred to Deputy Attorney General Monaco. Attorney General Merrick Garland, who is 71, is scheduled to undergo a “minimally invasive” back surgery this coming…
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