The departments updated guidelines to expand on-site safety stations for federal buildings. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) updated…
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HHS Highlights New Research to Avoid Data-Based Discrimination
The director of the study says decisions must be made intentionally to “mitigate and prevent racial and ethnic bias.“ The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) highlighted…
Read MoreHHS Reaches First Cybersecurity Settlement
Medical group agrees to pay a $480,000 fine for sub-par security. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) reached its first cybersecurity settlement this month, fining Lafourche…
Read MoreFDA Issues Alert on Safety Concerns with Certain CPAP Machines
Reports of thermal issues with Philips DreamStation 2 CPAP Machines prompt discussions with the company. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has alerted patients and healthcare providers…
Read MoreHHS Invests $74 Million in Behavioral Health Solutions
Funding to support the prevention of substance abuse and support mental health of children and families. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has invested $74.4 million…
Read MoreSenators Inquire About Federal Agencies’ Use of AI Technology
DHS recently updated information on the use of the technology for several months prior to the public disclosure. Senators Ron Wyden of Oregon and Mike Crapo of Idaho…
Read MoreWhite House Advocates for Funding to Address Substance Use Disorder
Cites recent survey, says 3 out of 4 addicts go untreated. The White House urged Congress to pass funding to provide treatment for those with substance abuse disorder…
Read MoreCDC Expands Health Inspection Program for Air Travel
Virus monitoring will include testing for flu and RSV. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced the expansion of its virus monitoring program for air…
Read MoreGovernment Accountability Office Finds Massive Spending Discrepancies
Four administration departments and 49 agencies “flagged.” The Government Accountability Office issued a report on incorrectly reported spending or missing reports on government spending information. The Departments of…
Read MoreSenators Urge HHS to Expand Coverage for OTC Contraceptives
Many birth control pills are covered but require a prescription. Forty-eight senators wrote a letter to President Biden’s administration this week, advocating for healthcare to expand coverage to…
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