COVID-19 Test to Treat Guidance, Women’s History Month, & More

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COVID-19: Test to Treat Guidance   If you test positive for COVID-19 and are at risk of becoming very sick, contact a health professional right away to determine if you may be eligible for treatment. Learn more »

 

HHS News Releases Week of March 13, 2022

Readout of Secretary Becerra’s Virtual Roundtable on the American Rescue Plan Anniversary with Child Care Providers March 11, 2022   On March 11, 2022, Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra hosted a virtual roundtable with child care providers to discuss the impact that the passage of the Biden-Harris Administration’s American Rescue Plan has had on the child care industry. Read full news release

 

On One-Year Anniversary of the American Rescue Plan, Secretary Becerra and HHS Leaders Celebrate Administration’s Accomplishments in Building a Healthier America March 11, 2022   Today, Secretary Xavier Becerra and leaders across the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released the following statements celebrating the one-year anniversary of President Joe Biden’s enactment of the American Rescue Plan on March 11, 2021. Read full news release

Remarks by Secretary Xavier Becerra at the NARAL Power of Choice Event March 10, 2022   Thank you, President Timmaraju, and everyone at NARAL Pro-Choice America for inviting me to address you today and for your critical work to protect and expand access to reproductive justice and freedom. Read full news release

 

HHS Announces Nearly $35 Million To Strengthen Mental Health Support for Children and Young Adults March 9, 2022   Today, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) – through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), and the Office of Minority Health (OMH) – announced nearly $35 million in funding opportunities to strengthen and expand community mental health services and suicide prevention programs for America’s children and young adults. Read full news release

Fact Sheet: Biden Administration Launches Nationwide Test-to-Treat Initiative Ensuring Rapid ‘On the Spot’ Access to Lifesaving COVID Treatments March 8, 2022   As part of President Biden’s National COVID-19 Preparedness Plan to help America move forward safely, the Biden-Harris Administration is launching a nationwide Test to Treat Initiative this week so Americans can rapidly access needed COVID-19 treatments. Read full news release

 

Statement by HHS Assistant Secretary for Global Affairs Loyce Pace on International Women’s Day March 7, 2022   Today, ahead of International Women’s Day on Tuesday, March 8, Health and Human Services (HHS) Assistant Secretary for Global Affairs Loyce Pace, released the following statement. Read full news release

Statement by HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra on Women’s History Month March 7, 2022   Today, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra released the following statement in honor of Women’s History Month, celebrated every year in the United States throughout the month of March, and in recognition of International Day of Women on March 8, 2022. Read full news release

 

Fact Sheet: Celebrating Women’s History Month 2022 March 7, 2022   The Biden-Harris Administration is committed to supporting women and ensuring their access to health care. Read full news release

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National Tour to Strengthen Mental Health   Did you know? Secretary Becerra will be visiting sites across the U.S. as part of a transformational push to strengthen the nation’s mental health. Visit HHS.gov/hhstour »

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