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HHS Finalizes Updates to Research Misconduct Policies
The department offers process clarification and nuance to original 2005 regulation. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has finalized updates to its policies on research misconduct.…
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Federal Agencies Strengthen Mental Health and Substance Abuse Care Access
Departments of Labor, Treasury, and Health and Human Services intend to remove barriers to treatment. The president’s administration has introduced new rules to improve access to mental health…
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Medicare Announces Maximum Drug Prices After Negotiations
HHS secretary states that the negotiations will save Americans $3.7 billion in the first year. Medicare announced its first finalized list of drug price maximums for 10 prescription…
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HHS Secretary Outlines Suicide Prevention Efforts
Highlights 988 lifeline and comprehensive national strategy to support mental health. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra highlighted the most recent data from the Substance Abuse and…
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HHS Releases Updates Language Access Plan
Secretary Becerra announces the move as part of an administration-wide effort to improve language access and equity. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a division-specific…
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HHS Updates Payment Policies for Medicare and Medicaid
Issues final rule for inpatient hospitals and long-term care hospitals. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a final rule last week updating Medicare payment policies…
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HHS Proposes Policies to Improve Health Equity
The measures are intended to increase access to various services and telehealth flexibility. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a number of new proposed policies…
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HHS Invests in Rural Medical Residencies
15 organizations will receive funding to train OB-GYN and family medical doctors. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) awarded $11 million to 15 organizations dedicated to…
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HHS Postpones Menthol Cigarette Ban
Public health advocates question the delay and civil rights groups are concerned with minority health. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently moved back the implementation…
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