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HHS Secretary Issues Newsletter

Oct 17, 2024

The Secretary of the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued his personal health care newsletter, which can be read below.

Photo of Secretary Becerra with text reading 'Secretary Spotlight'

Good afternoon.

This past week, Secretary Becerra remained focused on HHS’s relief and recovery efforts following Hurricanes Milton and Helene.  His priority now is ensuring that those impacted by the hurricanes have access to the supplies and health services they need.


The Week in Review

Here's what the Secretary's been up to over the last week:

Supply Chain Restoration

Secretary Becerra shared updates on HHS’s work to ensure access to medical supplies following hurricane damage to Baxter International Inc., which caused wide-reaching supply chain disruptions.
Read the fact sheet →
 

In The News

  • Letter to Health Care Leaders and Stakeholders on Impacts of Hurricane Helene from Secretary Becerra.  Read more →