Updated COVID-19 Guidance for Fully Vaccinated & More

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Latest U.S. Department of Health & Human Services News Releases

 

CMS to Adopt Rules to Lower Health Care Costs in 2022 Federal Health Insurance Marketplace Plans April 30, 2021   The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) today adopted new provisions to lower maximum out-of-pocket costs to consumers by $400, while increasing competition and improving the consumer experience for millions of Americans who will rely on the Federal Health Insurance Marketplaces in plan year 2022. Read full news release

HHS Awards Over $32 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Expand COVID-19 Training and Support for Health Centers April 29, 2021   Today, thanks to the American Rescue Plan, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), awarded over $32 million to 122 organizations that provide training and technical assistance support to HRSA Health Center Program-supported health centers nationwide. Read full news release

 

Statement from HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra on the Historic American Families Plan April 29, 2021   American families who have been hit hard by COVID-19 deserve swift and impactful relief. Through the American Families Plan, the Biden-Harris Administration offers more families the peace of mind that relief is on its way. Read full news release

Statement by HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra on FDA Tobacco Actions on Menthol Cigarettes and Flavored Cigars April 29, 2021   Today the Food and Drug Administration announced the launch of proposed rule-making to remove menthol from cigarettes and flavor additives from cigars. Read full news release

 

Statement from HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra on First 100 Days and Joint Session of Congress April 28, 2021   Tonight President Biden made clear that to build back a prosperous America, we need a healthy America. Read full news release

CMS proposes to enhance the medical workforce in rural and underserved communities to support COVID-19 recovery and beyond April 27, 2021   The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a proposed rule (CMS-1752-P) today for inpatient and long-term care hospitals that builds on the Biden Administration’s key priorities to close health care equity gaps and provide greater accessibility to care. Read full news release

 

Update: COVID-19 Guidance

Did you hear? Once you've been fully vaccinated, you can start doing many things that you had stopped doing because of the pandemic. When choosing safer activities, consider how COVID-19 is spreading in your community, the number of people participating in the activity, and the location of the activity. Learn more »

 

HHS Announces $1 Billion from American Rescue Plan for Construction and Renovation Projects at Health Centers April 27, 2021   Thanks to the American Rescue Plan, today the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is announcing the availability of $1 billion for Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)-Health Center Program funded health centers to support major construction and renovation projects across the country. Read full news release

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Announces Additional Biden Administration Staff Appointments April 27, 2021   Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced additional Biden Administration appointments: "The growing team at HHS is working tirelessly to end the COVID-19 pandemic and expand access to health care through President Biden's American Rescue Plan," said HHS Chief of Staff Sean McCluskie. Read full news release

 

HHS Releases New Buprenorphine Practice Guidelines, Expanding Access to Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder April 27, 2021   In an effort to get evidenced-based treatment to more Americans with opioid use disorder, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is releasing new buprenorphine practice guidelines that among other things, remove a longtime requirement tied to training, which some practitioners have cited as a barrier to treating more people. Read full news release

HHS, National Partners Combine to Boost Black American Enrollment at HealthCare.gov April 26, 2021   Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra announced commitments from national organizations to support Black American outreach and enrollment efforts during the Special Enrollment Period (SEP) made available on HealthCare.gov by President Biden due to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency. Read full news release

 

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Update: COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility

 

Did you hear? Everyone 16 and older is now eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Learn more about registering for a safe and effective vaccine now. Visit CDC.gov/coronavirus »

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