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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), has approved amendments to section 1115 demonstrations. This move …
HHS Expands Medicaid and CHIP to Include Traditional Health Practices in Tribal Communities Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Vytala has announced a significant partnership with Pentec Health, Inc., a leader in complex care solutions, to exclusively distribute and support its innovative medical food product, Seracal, across …
Vytala and Pentec Health Partner to Expand Access to Medical Food Seracal Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has announced close to $75 million in funding. This investment …
HRSA Allocates Nearly $75 Million to Bolster Health Care Services in Rural America Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced a substantial investment of over $176 million aimed at reinforcing the public health infrastructure across the United States. …
CDC Allocates $176 Million to Fortify U.S. Public Health System Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen recently honored Chester and Montgomery counties for their achievement in being named among the top 100 healthiest communities in the United …
Chester and Montgomery Counties Ranked Among Top 100 Healthiest Communities Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has unveiled a new initiative aimed at reimagining homes as central hubs for health care. Announced Thursday, the Home as a …
FDA Launches Initiative to Transform Homes into Health Care Hubs Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States continues to grapple with the highest rate of maternal mortality among well-resourced countries. Shockingly, over 22% of pregnancy-related deaths in the U.S. result from …
A National Push to Improve Maternal Mental Health: HHS Releases a Robust Strategy Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Health recently announced the availability of grants aimed at fostering regional coalitions dedicated to improving maternal health. This initiative, backed by Governor Josh Shapiro’s …
Pennsylvania Launches Grant Program to Combat Maternal Mortality, Focuses on Community-Based Solutions Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) has taken a significant stride towards combating substance use disorders (SUD), announcing the availability of $6.5 million in funding. …
Pennsylvania Pledges $6.5 Million to Expand Essential Services for Individuals Battling Substance Use Disorders Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Health has announced a two-day Health Equity Summit in partnership with Harrisburg University, slated for April 4-5. With the theme of “Joy and …
Pennsylvania Department of Health to Host Statewide Health Equity Summit, Aiming for Justice and Joy Read More