Health care
Modernizing federal health care services involves upgrading technology, streamlining processes and enhancing data-driven decision-making to improve patient outcomes. By moving to electronic health records, embracing telehealth solutions and leveraging AI-powered analytics, agencies are increasing efficiency, reducing costs and expanding access to care.
-
Making Mental Health Part of Public Health
SAMHSA is providing communities with mental health resources.
30m listen -
NIH Commits to Diversity in Small Business, Academic Engagement
The agency's SEED and extramural research offices are pushing for more equity and diversity in partnerships.
7m read -
How NIMH is Pioneering the Future of Mental Health
Current health research is seeking to understand and treat mental illnesses.
35m listen -
Critical Role of Office of New Drugs in FDA’s Pandemic Response
The office’s director explains how it has leveraged new practices to quickly review and approve treatments amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
7m read -
Proposed HHS Budget Includes Funding Boosts for CDC, NIH
The nearly quarter increase in funding would largely go toward strengthening public health preparedness.
7m read -
Agencies Target Mental Health Issues in Older Adults
SAMHSA and other agencies are introducing communications and tech campaigns to support the mental health challenges of older people.
7m read -
How VA is Conquering the Digital Divide
The agency is working to ensure veterans who need remote care are given the resources to overcome financial hardship or a lack of internet access.
7m read -
50 Years of Cancer: The Road to Better Treatment and Diagnostics
Clinical trials, innovation in research and technology have improved cancer treatment and diagnostics in public health.
34m listen -
COVID-19 Relief Bills Improved IHS Telehealth, EHR Modernization
IHS's acting director spoke on the current state and future needs of the agency as Congress considers the FY 2022 budget.
7m read -
Military Administers 2.5 Million COVID-19 Vaccines, Addresses Funding
Leaders across DOD are continuing COVID-19 response efforts, but are projecting shortfalls from additional expenses.
7m read -
How One NIH Institute is Combating COVID-19 and Health Disparities
NIDDK Director Dr. Griffin Rodgers talks COVID-19, disparities in health, and top priorities at the institute.
21m listen -
Tackling Cardiovascular Disease in African Americans
The Jackson Heart Study is getting to the heart of how to bridge medical disparities in African American cardiovascular health.
19m listen
