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May 2021

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CMS Data Shows Vulnerable Americans Forgoing Mental Health Care During COVID-19 Pandemic

May 14, 2021
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Largest CDC COVID-19 Vaccine Effectiveness Study in Health Workers Shows mRNA Vaccines 94% Effective

May 14, 2021
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Upcoming Connect & Explore Webinar Series: Childhood Obesity Research Across Borders

May 13, 2021
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CDC Begins New Study on the Health Effects of Cyanotoxins in South Florida

May 13, 2021
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Promoting Physical Activity During and After Pregnancy: Implementing the Move Your Way® Campaign with a Focus on Maternal Health

May 12, 2021
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HHS Coordinates New Effort to Vaccinate Migratory and Seasonal Workers in the Food and Agriculture Sectors

May 12, 2021
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CDC Director Statement on Pfizer’s Use of COVID-19 Vaccine in Adolescents Age 12 and Older

May 12, 2021
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Combating Racism Advances Health Equity

May 11, 2021
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Long-lasting medications may improve treatment satisfaction in people with opioid use disorder

May 10, 2021
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: FDA Authorizes Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine for Emergency Use in Adolescents in Another Important Action in Fight Against Pandemic

May 10, 2021
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FDA In Brief: FDA to Hold Meeting of its Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee to Discuss Pediatric Use of COVID-19 Vaccines

May 10, 2021
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New CDC Campaign Highlights Steps to Prevent Injury in Adults Ages 65 and Over

May 06, 2021
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FDA In Brief: FDA Issues Procedural Notice on Potential Plans to Conduct Research About Use of ‘Healthy’ Symbols on Food Products

May 06, 2021
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HHS Secretary Becerra, HUD Secretary Fudge Announce Joint Effort to Increase Access to COVID-19 Vaccinations

May 05, 2021
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HHS Announces $250 Million from American Rescue Plan to Develop and Support a Community-Based Workforce to Increase COVID-19 Vaccinations in Underserved Communities

May 04, 2021
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HHS Announces Nearly $1 Billion from American Rescue Plan for Rural COVID-19 Response

May 04, 2021
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The genetic effects of Chernobyl radiation exposure

May 04, 2021
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High-Quality Primary Care Should Be Available to Every Individual in the U.S., Says New Report; Payment Reform, Telehealth Expansion, State and Federal Policy Changes Recommended

May 04, 2021
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Move in May and Celebrate National Physical Fitness & Sports Month

May 03, 2021
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VA’s 1 Step Today campaign promotes Veteran mental wellness

May 03, 2021