This dashboard monitors progress being made to address the HIV/AIDS epidemic in countries where PEPFAR operates. It includes data for 54 countries and tracks progress against 6 different indicators.
Expanding the diversity of our mental health workforce is crucial, but it’s a long-term goal that won’t address the immediate needs we’re facing today. We need solutions now to bridge the gap between demand and access. The post Mental Healthcare in Underserved Populations is in Crisis and It’s Not Just a Provider Resource Problem appeared…
[Sponsored] In an interview, Abarca Chief Information Officer Serge Perras discussed how Abarca is implementing AI and where he sees the most value for PBMs. The post AI Is at the Heart of PBM Evolution appeared first on MedCity News.
By grounding wellness programs in behavior-change science, employers can empower their people to build healthier, more sustainable habits. The post Study: Why Quick Fixes Don’t Work in Workplace Wellness appeared first on MedCity News.
Specialized medical facility cleaning not only makes a hospital or clinic look nice, but it can also help reduce the risk of disease transmission and create a conducive environment for quicker recovery and enhanced well-being. Learn more about the benefits of medical cleaning and how it can impact your healthcare facility. What Is Medical Cleaning?…
President Donald Trump selected Susan Monarez — the current acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — to lead the agency going forward. This nomination replaces one that the White House withdrew on March 13, after it became clear that physician and former Republican congressman Dave Weldon would not receive enough Senate…
From Marketplace: It actually started off on January first very early on in the government’s history. In 1842, President Tyler actually shifted it to July 1 to June 30. And then in the 1970s, when Nixon was withholding funds to try and get the budget under control, they shifted it to October 1. The idea…
From mobile documentation to emergency handoffs, EMS providers handle sensitive patient information in fast-moving environments. Understanding how HIPAA applies — and how to comply — can improve care, reduce risk, and build systemwide trust. The post Why HIPAA Compliance Is Both a Challenge and Opportunity for EMS Providers appeared first on MedCity News.
Valneva must immediately cease U.S. shipments and sales of Ixchiq, a vaccine for chikungunya virus. The FDA recently lifted a pause on dosing of Ixchiq, but the agency’s new safety alert is based on an assessment that found the vaccine appears to be causing chikungunya-like illness in recipients. The post FDA Suspends Valneva Vaccine’s License…
A KFF survey of state Medicaid officials examines state Medicaid and CHIP eligibility, enrollment, and renewal policies in place as of January 2025 as states return to routine operations following the unwinding of the continuous enrollment provision. The survey finds that states have broadly adopted policy and system changes to automate and improve the accuracy…