Workforce
It's Official: No More COVID Vaccine Mandate for Federal Workers and Contractors
The move comes just days before the end of the public health emergency for COVID, and had been expected.
Management
The CDC Director is Leaving, the Pandemic is Ending and It's High Time for Reforms, Experts Say
This position will be one of several public health openings that need to be filled.
Workforce
Time Of Day May Affect COVID Vaccine Effectiveness
Time of day may be important for how effective the COVID-19 vaccine is. A new study suggests middle of the day may be be best.
Management
The COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates for Feds and Contractors Are Officially Ending
Neither have been enforced due to legal challenges.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: Reflections on the Pandemic Response
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s a list of this week’s news updates and stories you may have missed.
Oversight
A Pandemic-Fueled Drop in FDA Inspections of Foreign Drug Plants
A series of recent deaths linked to eyedrops produced overseas shows just how seriously behind the FDA is.
Workforce
Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan Bill That Would Cover IVF For Federal Employees
The legislation would require the largest employer-sponsored health insurance program in the world to cover assisted reproductive treatments and services.
Oversight
Health and Human Services Watchdog: We Need More Funding for Oversight
The office touts its return on investment, but tells lawmakers that current funding levels don’t keep pace with investigative needs.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: Vaccines for the Uninsured; Additional Shots for Certain Groups
There’s a lot to keep track of. Here’s a list of this week’s news updates and stories you may have missed.
Oversight
The CDC Lacks a Rural Focus. Researchers Hope a Newly Funded Office Will Help.
Advocates for improving rural health pushed for the CDC to extend its rural health focus by creating an Office of Rural Health. They hope the agency will commit to rural health research and provide analyses that lead to good public health policies for rural communities.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: The COVID-19 National Emergency Ends
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s a list of this week’s news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
HHS to Help Launch National Abortion Hotline
The Biden administration is continuing to seek ways to support abortion care as many states restrict access.
Management
End of Emergency Puts the Fate of COVID-19 Policies for Feds and Safety Task Force Up in the Air
The Biden administration is reviewing its protocols and will issue further guidance, an official said.
Management
The Director of the Indian Health Service Would Get More Power Under A Bipartisan Proposal
Lawmakers say the proposed change “will bring greater attention within the administration to addressing the health care status and needs of American Indians and Alaska Natives.”
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: Justice Department Releases Its Home Confinement Final Rule
There's a lot to keep track of. Here’s this week’s list of news updates and stories you may have missed.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: A Spotlight on Improper Payments in COVID Relief Programs
There’s a lot to keep track of. Here’s a list of this week’s news updates and stories you may have missed.
Workforce
Infant Formula Crisis Could Recur, Former FDA Official Tells Congress
While the Food and Drug Administration has made some changes, infant formula manufacturers are not required to notify the agency if they detect certain types of bacteria at their facilities.
Workforce
Improved Fertility Coverage from FEHB Plans Is Coming
Kevin Moss joins the podcast to discuss what's in the recent Office of Personnel Management annual carrier call letter.
Management
Coronavirus Roundup: Researchers Allege COVID Vaccination Data Woes
There’s a lot to keep track of. Here’s a list of this week’s news updates and stories you may have missed.
Tech
CDC Seeks Digital Health App for Its Employees
The mobile application should provide meditation and mindfulness activities to help employees manage stress.
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