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Read News Releases Published by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. [American Flag] An official email from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services [HHS Logo]( Latest U.S. Department of Health & Human Services News Releases [Two women hugging]( Mental Health Support for a Loved One Supporting a friend or family member who is going through a mental health challenge can be a heavy task to handle on your own. Support a loved one in need by connecting them to help, respecting boundaries, and communicating in a straightforward manner. [Learn more »]( HHS News Releases Week of August 27th, 2023 [HHS Awards $23 Million to Support Evidence-Based Teen Pregnancy Prevention Programs]( August 25, 2023 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Office of Population Affairs (OPA), announced approximately $23 million in funding to foster innovation, provide new research, and expand the evidence to support and advance equity in the Teen Pregnancy Prevention (TPP) program. [Read the full release »]( [WHIAANHPI Launches Effort to Demystify Federal Grants Process and Bolster Technical Assistance Outreach to Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Communities]( August 24, 2023 On August 24, 2023, the White House Initiative on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (WHIAANHPI) launched “Demystifying Federal Grants,” a new webinar series aimed at sharing insights and tips to help community-based organizations access federal grants and resources. [Read the full release »]( [Medicare Shared Savings Program Saves Medicare More Than $1.8 Billion in 2022 and Continues to Deliver High-quality Care]( August 24, 2023 The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced on August 24, 2023, that the Medicare Shared Savings Program saved money for Medicare while continuing to support high-quality care. Specifically, the program saved Medicare $1.8 billion in 2022 compared to spending targets for the year. [Read the full release »]( [UnitedHealthcare Pays $80,000 Settlement to HHS to Resolve HIPAA Matter over Patient Medical Records Request]( August 24, 2023 On August 24, 2023, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a settlement with UnitedHealthcare Insurance Company (“UHIC”), a health insurer that provides insurance coverage to millions of individuals across the U.S., concerning a potential violation of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy Rule's right of access provision. [Read the full release »]( [HHS Launches National Sarcopenia Awareness Campaign]( August 23, 2023 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office on Women’s Health (OWH) has launched a new nationwide campaign, "Stronger than Sarcopenia,” [saar-ko-pee-ni-uh], to raise awareness of sarcopenia in women, a condition characterized by loss of muscle mass, strength, and function in adults 65 and older. Sarcopenia can significantly decrease a person’s quality of life and lead to other health problems, including an increased risk of debilitating falls and fractures. [Read the full release »]( [Biden-Harris Administration Awards More Than $64 Million in Grants to Fund Mental Health Services and Awareness Training Across United States and Territories]( August 23, 2023 On August 23, 2023, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that it has awarded more than $64 million in funding to address the nation’s mental health crisis through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Tackling the mental health crisis is a top priority of the Biden-Harris Administration, and it is a key part of President Biden’s Unity Agenda for the nation. [Read the full release »]( [Project NextGen Awards Over $1.4 Billion to Develop the Future of COVID-19 Vaccines and Therapeutics]( August 22, 2023 On August 22, 2023, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR), awarded more than $1.4 billion for Project NextGen to support the development of a new generation of tools and technologies to protect against COVID-19 for years to come. [Read the full release »]( [CMS Issues Draft Guidance on New Program to Allow People with Medicare to Pay Out-of-Pocket Prescription Drug Costs in Monthly Payments]( August 21, 2023 President Biden’s prescription drug law, the Inflation Reduction Act, gives people with Medicare prescription drug coverage (Medicare Part D) the option to pay out-of-pocket costs in monthly payments spread out over the year, starting in 2025. On August 21, 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released draft guidance for comment that outlines the requirements and procedures for certain aspects of the new Medicare Prescription Payment Plan. [Read the full release »]( [Secretary Becerra Welcomes New Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs Jeffrey A. Nesbit]( August 21, 2023 On August 21, 2023, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra welcomed Jeffrey A. Nesbit to the role of Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs. He also recognized Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs Kamara Jones for her leadership. [Read the full release »]( [Readout of HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra's Visit to India for the G20 Health Ministers' Meeting]( August 21, 2023 On August 18 and 19, 2023, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra joined health ministers from across the world in Gandhinagar, India, to participate in the G20 Health Ministers' Meeting to discuss global health issues. [Read the full release »]( [See More News Releases]( [Parent spraying insect repellent on child’s hand]( Preventing Mosquito Bites Most species of mosquitos are at their highest activity level in the warm summer months. To prevent and protect yourself from mosquito bites, use an EPA-registered insect repellent, wear loose fitting clothing that covers your arms and legs, and use screens on windows and doors to keep mosquitos outside. [Learn more »]( [Bottom HHS Logo]( U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. 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