U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Regional Director. Region 6 includes Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas
Dallas, TX
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Many factors influence breast cancer risk, but lifestyle changes can help lower your risk of breast cancer like regular exercise, not drinking/drinking alcohol in moderation, and maintaining a healthy weight. learn more at: cdc.gov/breast-cancer/risk-f…
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Approximately one in eight women in the United States will get breast cancer during their lifetime and each year, more than 40,000 women die from breast cancer. **Get screened** search for a certified mammography facility in your area : accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/c…
Today, HHS launched the Newborn Essentials Support Toolkit (NEST) Program to help moms and babies thrive during the critical weeks after birth. NEST kits provide essential supplies, health resources, and support for families, especially in rural and underserved communities.
Regional Director Erin Tawney is back on X! Please stay tune to follow our engagements throughout the south central states - AR, AZ, LA, NM, OK, TX and 91 Federally Recognized Tribes!
in 6 short months RD Tawney has visited all 7 states of the region and multiple tribes...Congrats on the accomplishment @ErinTawney
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BREAKING NEWS! Today we announced 15 new Rx drugs for #Medicare drug price negotiations. Thanks to the #InflationReductionAct, Medicare can now negotiate prices of prescription drugs directly with drug companies. Read more here: bit.ly/3C3FB9w
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What a ride these four years have been.
At today's ceremony, I compared it to the spinning teacups ride I would go on with my daughters, spinning the wheel faster and smiling – because even the hard times are enjoyable when you have a mission. We have delivered on our mission.
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Good news! The deadline for coverage that starts on January 1st has been extended. Consumers now have until Wednesday, December 18th to enroll in quality, affordable Marketplace coverage. healthcare.gov
#GetCovered #MarketplaceOE
ALT December deadline is extended! Enroll by Dec 18 for health coverage starting on Jan 1
This weekend, ARD Lothrop attended the Healthy Families Health Fair hosted by @NHMAmd in Fort Worth! ARD Lothrop shared remarks on vaccine education for this year’s respiratory virus season.
Congratulations to all Awardees including Region 6’s very own, Gameto Inc** based in Austin, Texas. Their research aims to construct a novel ovarian therapy to prevent disease in menopause. youtu.be/fHm-fGYUknA
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NEW: Announcing the #SprintForWomensHealth awardees! ✨
These game-changers will address critical unmet challenges in women’s health. 👏 arpa-h.gov/engage-and-transi…
Please consider donating blood if you can; now more than ever! Your gift of life is especially needed given the devastation caused by the past two Hurricanes.
CAPT (Ret.) Mehran Massoudi, HHS Regional Health Administrator, HHS/OASH - is doing his part to contribute.
@HHS_ASH
Today Region 6 celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with the City of Arlington!! Thank you to the Arlington Latino Advisory Council for having us.
What a success! Thank you Albuquerque partners for making the Community Baby Shower a great Saturday for so many families! @HHSPartnership
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Join us tomorrow for the inaugural HHS Sickle Cell Disease Summit! Hear from patients, providers, and leaders about advancements in care and research for sickle cell disease.
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation.
Watch live: hhs.gov/live/live-2/index.ht…
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As the first Latino Health and Human Services Secretary, I am proud to be part of an Administration that recognizes the extraordinary contributions of Hispanic Americans and works to address issues of vital importance to the Hispanic community.
#NationalHispanicHeritageMonth
ALT National Hispanic Heritage Month