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Applications for the summer 2027 IHS Externship Program are now open! This paid opportunity helps students gain hands-on experience in their chosen health profession or field. Build your future and help make a difference with the IHS. Apply by December 2: usajobs.gov/job/891279900
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Ready to compare your 2027 coverage options? During #MedicareOE, start at medicare.gov/plan-compare, your official source for finding the coverage that fits you best.
Need personalized help? Call us 24/7 at 1-800-MEDICARE.
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A reminder for parents, caregivers, and friends: you don’t have to solve everything to support someone. Listen without judgment, stay present, and help connect them to care.
Support is available 24/7. Call, text, or chat 988.
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#MentalHealth and physical health often go hand in hand. Chronic illness, pain, or substance misuse can impact mental health—and untreated mental health problems can harm physical health. Integrated care is key to healing both. Learn more: samhsa.gov/mental-health/ser…
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If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis #988Lifeline provides 24/7 connection to confidential support.
There is hope 💗 Just call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org/
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Recognizing suicide warning signs in yourself or #Veterans you care about can help you take action to ask for support. Learn more at: VeteransCrisisLine.net/signs…. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness
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HHS has selected 15 new drugs for #Medicare negotiations – these drugs treat conditions such as cancer, type 2 diabetes, and asthma:

ALT Inflation Reduction Act; Medicare Drug Price Negotiations; The second round of Medicare drug price negotiations has begun with the selection of 15 new drugs: Ozempic; Rybelsus; Wegovy, Trelegy Ellipta, Xtandi, Pomalyst, Ibrance, Ofev, Linzess, Calquence, Austedo; Austedo XR, Breo Ellipta, Tradjenta, Xifaxan, Vraylar, Janumet; Janumet XR, and Otezla
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RD Handford, RD @AntrellTyson (@HHSRegion4), and RD Joseph Palm (@HHSRegion7) had the opportunity to connect with MA’s very own U.S. State Representative @RepPressley at the Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C. last week 🏛️🤎
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Next week, I'll be hosting the inaugural HHS Sickle Cell Disease Summit on September 24 at 9:30AM in Washington, D.C.
This event will allow stakeholders and community members to connect with patients, providers, and leaders that advance sickle cell disease care and research.
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Join us this Friday, September 20th at 10 AM for a milestone event at Morehouse School of Medicine!
Our Convocation Speaker, @HHSGov Secretary @SecBecerra , will deliver a powerful keynote address to our newest class of healthcare leaders.
msm.edu/convocation/index.ph…
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🌟 New Initiative: Our Emerging Health Innovators (EHI) Initiative aims to gain valuable insights on health care gaps. Let’s create health solutions together! arpa-h.gov/news-and-events/a…
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🚨 Today, we announced we completed the first-ever Medicare Part D drug negotiations.
The new, lower prices mean real savings for Medicare and taxpayers.
This is a major victory for the American people – with even more savings to come in the future.
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The Biden-Harris Admin promised lower drug prices, and we delivered! Thanks to the #InflationReductionAct, 10 of Medicare’s costliest and most frequently used drugs will now have new, lower prices!
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📣 Heat-related illnesses are preventable. Stay safe in extreme heat by knowing the signs and how to respond. Learn more from @CDCgov: bit.ly/3AmBF27
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🍎 As we prepare for #BackToSchool, it's crucial to remember that school readiness isn't just about having the right supplies, it's also about mental and behavioral health.
💛 Help and resources are available to support your wellbeing: samhsa.gov/find-help
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If you're pregnant or a mom in need of support, please reach out to the free & confidential National Maternal Mental Health Hotline 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)
💕There's no shame in experiencing behavioral health challenges. Help is available.
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This week is #LGBTQIHealthAwarenessWeek—a time to bring attention to health disparities that affect the #LGBTQI+ community. Everyone deserves comprehensive healthcare, free from discrimination. Learn more about finding LGBTQI+ inclusive providers: samhsa.gov/behavioral-health…
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CDC issues Health Alert Network (HAN) Health Advisory on increase in #measles cases and outbreaks.
Clinicians: ensure children in the U.S. and those traveling internationally 6 months and older are current on MMR vaccination.
Read full alert: bit.ly/3x1wRhd
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Check out the latest #YouMatter blog, where Greta shares tips on practicing #gratitude while living with a mental health disorder. Visit bit.ly/3T741V8 for the full post.
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📅 Save the date – March 20.
We're hosting a free, informational webinar on exploring careers at @HHSGov!
Register now to join us to learn more about the career opportunities that HHS has to offer!
bit.ly/ExploringCareersatHHS…

























