January 10, 2022 As part of its ongoing efforts across many channels to expand Americans’ access to free testing, the Biden-Harris Administration is requiring insurance companies and group health plans to cover the cost of over-the-counter, at-home COVID-19 tests, so people with private health coverage can get them for free starting January 15th. Read More
HHS Announces the First-Ever Official United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Service Mascot
July 21, 2023 The mascot is intended to improve mental well-being, enhance camaraderie, and assist with public health messaging. When first appointed, the mascot receives an honorary rank in the USPHS Commissioned Corps equal to that of the primary handler. Read More
BARDA partners with Abbott to develop expanded capabilities and indication for TBI blood test to aid in diagnosing severity in adults and children
September 22, 2022 BARDA is partnering with Abbott to broaden the company’s current traumatic brain injury (TBI) test that will aid healthcare providers in diagnosing and determining severity of TBI in adults and children. Read More
Fact Sheet: Surgeon General to Speak at Youth Mental Wellness Now! Summit and Applaud Commitments in Response to His Call to Action on Youth Mental Health Crisis
June 17, 2022 (Los Angeles, CA) – Today, United States Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy joins youth leaders, celebrities, community organizers, and others at the California Endowment’s Youth Mental Wellness Now! Summit celebrating new momentum gained in the work towards protecting the mental health of young people across the country since issuing his national call to action to safeguard and …
From Hospitals to Healthcare Coalitions: Transforming Health Preparedness and Response in Our Communities
end-of-year 2007-2009 reporting periods U.S. Department of Health and Human Services assistant Secretary for preparedness and response report on the Hospital preparedness program Read More
HHS Provides $66.5 Million to Expand Community-Based Outreach Efforts to Increase COVID-19 Vaccinations
February 8, 2022 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), today is providing $66.5 million in American Rescue Plan funding to eight grantees to expand outreach efforts in 38 states and the District of Columbia to increase COVID-19 vaccine confidence and vaccinations. Read More
Topic Collection: Alternate Care Sites (including shelter medical care)
“In the event of a disaster or public health emergency, Alternate Care Sites (ACS) may be created to enable healthcare providers to provide medical care for injured or sick patients or continue care for chronic conditions in non-traditional environments.” Read More
Incorporating Active Shooter Incident Planning into Health Care Facility Emergency Operations Plans
2014 This report was prepared by staff from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response, Division of Health System Policy, and Division of Tactical Programs, in collaboration with staff from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Additional comments were received from staff at the Department …
Hospital Operations Toolkit for COVID-19 Patient Care Policies/Processes: Case Management
November 30, 2020 Updated September 30, 2021 8 pg. document Proper case management practice during the COVID-19 pandemic is integral to ensuring appropriate care is provided to patients while safeguarding the health of staff. Hospitals must recognize the challenges of navigating care for large numbers of COVID-19 patients, including many who have complex clinical care and social support needs. Read …
HHS Roadmap for Behavioral Health Integration
December 2, 2022 HHS has identified opportunities to expand access to behavioral health by integrating behavioral health into primary care settings. This will increase access to care by encouraging and reimbursing primary care providers for providing behavioral health care to both adult and pediatric populations. This can also help overcome the stigma associated with receiving behavioral health services in certain …