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HHS Issues Latest Health Care Press Releases

May 13, 2024

The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued its latest press releases on health care topics, which you can read and access below.

HHS’ Statement on Ascension Health’s Cyber Incident
May 9, 2024
HHS is aware of a cyber incident involving Ascension Health and is in communication with Ascension Leadership to understand their efforts to minimize any disruptions to patient care.
Read the full statement →
Treasury Releases Social Security and Medicare Trustees Reports
May 6, 2024
Following a meeting of the Social Security and Medicare Boards of Trustees, the U.S. Department of the Treasury — joined by the Departments of Health and Human Services and Labor, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the Social Security Administration — released the annual Social Security and Medicare Trustees Reports.
Read the full release →
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Prioritize Women’s Health
This year, National Women’s Health Week takes place May 12–18.  This observance highlights women’s health issues and priorities and encourages women of all ages to prioritize their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.  Join us in this uplifting journey as we dive into everything that makes women’s health so important.  Learn more →
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Get Help With Drug Costs Through Medicare
"Extra Help" is a Medicare program to help people with limited income and resources pay Medicare drug coverage (Part D) premiums, deductibles, coinsurance, and other costs.  Find out if you qualify for Extra Help automatically, or if you should apply.  Learn more →