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HHS Issues Latest Health Care Press Releases

Jun 10, 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.

Biden-Harris Administration Releases Data Showing Historic Gains in Health Care Coverage in Minority Communities
June 7, 2024
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued five new reports today showing historic gains in health care coverage and highlighting increases in coverage among minority communities since implementing the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) coverage provisions.
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HHS Office for Civil Rights Takes Action to Ensure Access to Care for Patients Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
June 4, 2024
On Tuesday, June 4, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced a settlement with Englewood Ear Nose and Throat (Englewood) to ensure effective communication and access to services for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.
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Statements by HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra and HHS Principals on Pride Month
June 3, 2024
On Monday, June 3, 2024, after raising the progress Pride Flag outside of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) headquarters, HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra and other HHS leaders from across the Department released statements to celebrate Pride Month.
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