Early screening still saves lives Nov 22, 2009
So it stunned many doctors and breast cancer survivors this week when the US Preventive Services Task Force, a panel of health care experts appointed by the Department of Health and Human Services, upended its previous advice by recommending that most women begin getting routine mammograms at age 50, rather than 40 ... Even Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius this week urged regular mammograms for women in their 40s, and emphasized that the task force does not set federal... (Boston Globe)
Government announces ban on ephedra Nov 22, 2009
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Tommy Thompson says sales of the dietary supplement ephedra will be banned. RELATED. (Yahoo News -- Ephedra)
Hawaii may cut back preschool tuition subsidies to families Nov 22, 2009
State Department of Human Services spokeswoman Toni Schwartz said DHS does not have a targeted date for starting the subsidy change, since it is still being considered. Schwartz said she could not comment further on the proposed changes until after the public hearing. (Honolulu Advertiser)
The Maybe-Baby Dilemma Nov 22, 2009
In fiscal 2008, the US Department of Health and Human Services spent $3. 9 million promoting embryo adoption awareness, but it remains an unusual choice -- albeit one that is deeply meaningful for some. (Boston Globe)
Probe of disability claims sought Nov 22, 2009
But Astrue also said he was concerned about Hawai'i because of statements about "business efficiencies" in the state Department of Human Services "that closely track statements made by California officials." ... "We're furloughing them because we have to," said Lillian Koller, the director of the state Department of Human Services. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Agency mergers in Barbour's proposal Nov 22, 2009
Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. Millions could be saved by being more efficient, plan says. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Plan for New Jersey Youths Puts More in Foster Homes Nov 22, 2009
The 10-page draft of the transfer plan, which is still being written by a team of state officials led by the acting human services commissioner, James M. Davy, and was obtained by The New York Times, lacks specifics such as how much it would cost or how the agency would recruit more foster parents or create other homelike settings for the children. Agency officials declined to comment, but details are expected to be included when the plan is submitted Wednesday to an independent panel overseeing... (Yahoo News -- Child Welfare)
Panel shares stories on National Survivors of Suicide Day Nov 22, 2009
Michael O Leary, the director of community services for the Columbia County Department of Human Services, echoed Davis sentiments. You are not alone in this, he told the dozen people in attendance who had lost husbands, siblings, children and friends. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Stimulus Dollars, TARP Funds, And A Flu Shot Fiasco Nov 22, 2009
On October 7th, Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius assured Americans that the vaccination is safe and secure and admonished all Americans to get a shot. And on October 25th, President Obama himself declared, not a Public Health Emergency, but this time a National Emergency over the swine flu. (Townhall.com)
Hill Democrats Critical Of Bush's Budget Plan Nov 22, 2009
Health care was also a major topic in the House Energy and Commerce Committee, where Health and Human Services Secretary Mike Leavitt endured more than 2 1/2 hours of questions from Democrats complaining that the budget request would hurt children and the elderly and shortchange funding for research into cancer and other diseases. The lawmakers focused on Bush's proposal to increase funding for the state-federal Children's Health Insurance Program by $4. (Yahoo News -- U.S. Budget)
Fort Hood victim had local ties Nov 22, 2009
Ellen Schmeding, assistant deputy director for the county's Health and Human Services Agency, said Gaffaney was a strong leader. He is survived by a wife and a son. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
COLUMN: Task force puts boobs front and center for public conversation Nov 22, 2009
On Wednesday, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius said women should continue getting mammograms starting at age 40. That s what the American Cancer Society has long advocated as well. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
New twist on government control of data: use of subpoenas Nov 22, 2009
In March 2003, it issued a broad executive order that extended the authority to classify information from agencies like the Department of Agriculture, Health and Human Services, and the Environmental Protection Agency. It's also extended the time information could be kept secret, from 10 years to 25 years. (Yahoo News -- Privacy Issues)
New Cancer Guidelines Say to Start Mammograms at 50, Not 40 Nov 22, 2009
No changes are planned in Medicare coverage either, said Dori Salcido, spokeswoman for the Health and Human Services department. Experts expect the task force revisions to be hotly debated, and to cause confusion for women and their doctors. (Fox News)
Child care crunch Nov 22, 2009
As the state Department of Human Services considers major cuts in preschool subsidies affecting several thousands of children, parents are worried how they will get more money for additional child care expenses in a sour economy ... As the state Department of Human Services considers major cuts in preschool subsidies affecting several thousands of children, parents are worried how they will get more money for additional child care expenses in a sour economy. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Chosen families: 8 celebrate Adoption Day Nov 22, 2009
SOURCES: Florida Department of Children ies; Community Partnership for Children; U.S. Department of Health and Human Services ... Figures from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services show just 10 percent of the 496,000 children in state custody got adopted in 2007. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
49 kids finally have a place to call home Nov 22, 2009
"This is one of the best days we have here," agreed Marc Cherna, director of the county's Department of Human Services, who noted that the need for foster parents and adoptive families remains great ... Family court judges and the Department of Human Services work with multiple private agencies to place children in foster care into permanent homes. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Schwarzenegger visits state's Capitol Hill Dems Nov 22, 2009
Earlier, the governor held a 90-minute meeting with Health and Human Services Secretary Mike Leavitt to discuss how the federal government can help with Schwarzenegger's proposed health care plan. On Monday, Schwarzenegger met briefly at the White House with Bush and attended a session with the president and a larger group of governors and state leaders in town for the annual winter meeting of the National Governors Association. (Yahoo News -- Arnold Schwarzenegger)
State Proposal Increases Child Care Costs Nov 22, 2009
It's estimated some 9,000 families receive childcare subsidies from the state under programs managed by the Department of Human Services ... A hearing on the proposal is on Nov. 23 at the Department of Human Services, Haseko Center on Mililani Street room 606, conference room 2. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Breast cancer activists are walking the walk... Talk about hot pink. A strong undercurrent of anger ran beneath the sea of symbolic pink gear gracing thousands of people yesterday, on Day ... Nov 22, 2009
Seven years after recommending that women have mammograms every one to two years starting at age 40, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, made up of newer appointees by the federal Department of Health and Human Services, revised its influential guidelines Monday ... Adding to the drama, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius said Wednesday that women should keep getting regular mammograms starting at age 40. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
COMMENTARY: Health care reform rebuttal Nov 22, 2009
18) of the House bill provides that 18 months after the bill becomes law, the Secretary of Health and Human Services will decide what a "qualified plan" covers and how much you'll be legally required to pay for it. SEC. 59b (pp. (Benson San Pedro Valley News Sun, AZ)
McCain takes up 'death panel' charge on floor Nov 22, 2009
McCain assailed a recent recommendation by a U.S. Department of Health and Human Services panel that women receive regular mammograms once they reach 50 years of age, instead of the traditional 40. McCain used that to revive a criticism of the Democratic-written healthcare bill that Palin raised over the summer, that advisory boards could create polices that would make them become "death panels.". (TheHill.com)
Electronic Privacy Information Center: Privacy Nov 22, 2009
This version of the report was scanned by the Department of Health and Human Services, and is mirrored on the EPIC server ... This version of the report was scanned by the Department of Health and Human Services, and is mirrored on the EPIC server. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Everything on the table to solve S.F. deficit Nov 21, 2009
Trent Rhorer, who runs San Francisco's Human Services Agency, said the huge deficits two years in a row have very real consequences. "Everyone this agency serves is vulnerable ... a poor family who's looking for a job, a senior who needs in-home care, a child who's being abused or neglected, the homeless that we serve," he said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
County auditor laments lack of better oversight Nov 21, 2009
When Allegheny County Controller Mark Patrick Flaherty issued an audit this week citing a human services contractor for misusing more than $300,000, it continued a trend of providers improperly spending county funds over the past five years ... Marc Cherna, director of the Human Services Department, said the county requires annual certified audits of all contractors that receive more than $500,000 ... Randolph Brockington, a deputy director of the Human Services department, said the county and... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Empire editorial: Help feed the hungry Nov 21, 2009
Gastineau Human Services: 780-4338. Glory Hole: 586-4159. (Juneau Empire)
Electronic Privacy Information Center: Privacy Nov 21, 2009
This version of the report was scanned by the Department of Health and Human Services, and is mirrored on the EPIC server ... This version of the report was scanned by the Department of Health and Human Services, and is mirrored on the EPIC server. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Organization's goal is to fight homelessness Nov 21, 2009
Framingham, Human Services Director Alexis Silver and Police Deputy Chief Ken Ferguson will serve on the network's leadership council. (Dan McDonald can be reached at 508-626-4416 or dmcdonal@cnc. (Framingham TAB, MA)
New twist on government control of data: use of subpoenas Nov 21, 2009
In March 2003, it issued a broad executive order that extended the authority to classify information from agencies like the Department of Agriculture, Health and Human Services, and the Environmental Protection Agency. It's also extended the time information could be kept secret, from 10 years to 25 years. (Yahoo News -- Privacy Issues)
Money to ease Hawaii school furloughs may shortchange needy Nov 21, 2009
Social service providers who hoped to secure money from the state's rainy day fund for the state's most vulnerable residents say the decision to use most of the money to end "furlough Fridays" could come at the cost of human services and health programs ... Barbara Kim Stanton, the state director of AARP Hawai'i, said that without more money health and human services programs will "fall between the cracks." AARP Hawai'i helped organize a rally at the state Capitol last year to urge lawmakers not... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Health experts issue warnings about Lake Gaston fish Nov 21, 2009
North Carolina s advisory comes from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. The fish around the state are tested routinely, states Dr. Douglas Campbell, Head of the Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology Branch of the North Carolina Division of Public Health. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Healthcare Big First Vote Saturday Nov 21, 2009
The Senate bill would empower the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to decide benefits, mandates and choices allowed in all health care plans, not just the government option. Without the specific Stupak language prohibiting federal abortion funding, the HHS Secretary is free to include abortion coverage in the government-run plans. (Human Events Online)
Plan for New Jersey Youths Puts More in Foster Homes Nov 21, 2009
The 10-page draft of the transfer plan, which is still being written by a team of state officials led by the acting human services commissioner, James M. Davy, and was obtained by The New York Times, lacks specifics such as how much it would cost or how the agency would recruit more foster parents or create other homelike settings for the children. Agency officials declined to comment, but details are expected to be included when the plan is submitted Wednesday to an independent panel overseeing... (Yahoo News -- Child Welfare)
Mammogram Guidelines: What You Need to Know Nov 21, 2009
"The U.S. Preventive Task Force is an outside, independent panel of doctors and scientists who make recommendations," said Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius in a statement. "They do not set federal policy, and they don't determine what services are covered by the Federal Government.". (Time.com)
Reid, Democrats Face First Big Test on Senate Health Bill With Debate Vote Nov 21, 2009
The White House also released a statement from , a Republican and onetime Health and Human Services secretary, and former House Democratic Leader urging action. Americans will look back with appreciation for those who set aside political interests to keep the process moving forward, Gephardt and Thompson said. (Bloomberg -- US)
The stress of harvest Nov 21, 2009
Midwest Producer: Serving Kansas ska Agriculture. by Loretta Sorensen, Midwest ProducerWednesday, November 18, 2009 10:35 AM CST. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Government announces ban on ephedra Nov 21, 2009
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Tommy Thompson says sales of the dietary supplement ephedra will be banned. RELATED. (Yahoo News -- Ephedra)
GOP seizes mammogram issue Nov 21, 2009
Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius has said the mammogram recommendation "does not determine what services are covered by the federal government.". Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus said the Senate health-care bill he authored "doesn't do one single thing to change current law related to the way coverage decisions are made.". (AZCentral -- News)
Records: Shooter had abusive past Nov 21, 2009
But the Oregon Department of Human Services took custody of the infant after the domestic disturbance. The only contact Kendall was allowed to have with Ashley Kendall and their son was through DHS-monitored meetings. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Schwarzenegger visits state's Capitol Hill Dems Nov 21, 2009
Earlier, the governor held a 90-minute meeting with Health and Human Services Secretary Mike Leavitt to discuss how the federal government can help with Schwarzenegger's proposed health care plan. On Monday, Schwarzenegger met briefly at the White House with Bush and attended a session with the president and a larger group of governors and state leaders in town for the annual winter meeting of the National Governors Association. (Yahoo News -- Arnold Schwarzenegger)
'Forever families' forged at National Adoption Day courthouse ceremony Nov 21, 2009
as a human services worker, it was good to be in a courtroom for a happy and positive reason. lisa. (The Palm Beach Post)
New reports on cancer tests complicate health debate Nov 21, 2009
Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius said the mammogram recommendation "does not determine what services are covered by the federal government.". The Associated Press contributed to this story. (The Palm Beach Post)
Massachusetts health care providers urge revamping payment system Nov 21, 2009
Lindsey was referring to the recommendation of a special commission created by the state Legislature to stem the annual escalation of health care costs, which, according to Secretary of Health and Human Services JudyAnn Bigby, averages $3,000 more per person in Massachusetts than other states. If left unchecked, Bigby said, state health costs are on track to double between now and 2020. (Boston Globe)
Provost search committee appointed Nov 21, 2009
Other members are: Dr. Howard Whiteman, college of science, engineering and technology; Dr. Leigh Johnson, college of business; Dr. Pearl Payne, college of health sciences and human services; Dr. Martin Jacobs, college of education; Dr. Whitney Peake, school of agriculture; Dr. Ryan Weir, university libraries; Dr. Charlotte Beahan, college of humanities and fine arts; Sheri Riddle, staff representative; Lana Jennings, staff representative and the Center for Continuing Education and Academic... (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
COLUMN: Task force puts boobs front and center for public conversation Nov 21, 2009
On Wednesday, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius said women should continue getting mammograms starting at age 40. That s what the American Cancer Society has long advocated as well. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
ON THE RECORD: Notable quotes of the week Nov 21, 2009
health and human services secretary. on new breast cancer screening guidelines. (Albany Times Union)
Hawaii gives 7,174 state workers priority for swine flu vaccine Nov 21, 2009
The designation of critical personnel is in line with federal guidelines set up by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Homeland Security, which recommend that the first people inoculated should be "deployed and mission critical personnel.". enough for all. (Honolulu Advertiser)
There are many ways to help children in need Nov 21, 2009
There are a number of ways that we can help these children, including considering foster care adoption, supporting adoption friendly businesses and workplaces, and contacting your local special needs adoption agencies or local Department of Human Services branch to learn more about the numerous ways available to help. Today, Nov. 21, is National Adoption Day, a day to celebrate the adoption of thousands of foster care children nationwide. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Hill Democrats Critical Of Bush's Budget Plan Nov 21, 2009
Health care was also a major topic in the House Energy and Commerce Committee, where Health and Human Services Secretary Mike Leavitt endured more than 2 1/2 hours of questions from Democrats complaining that the budget request would hurt children and the elderly and shortchange funding for research into cancer and other diseases. The lawmakers focused on Bush's proposal to increase funding for the state-federal Children's Health Insurance Program by $4. (Yahoo News -- U.S. Budget)
Greater Philadelphia Urban Affairs Coalition changes its name Nov 21, 2009
Congreso is a community-based nonprofit that offers education, health-care and other human services on behalf of Latinos in Philadelphia. The Philadelphia Academies serves Philadelphia Public School students through career-oriented programs with 16 partner high schools and a team of teachers who aim to make high school relevant to young people, Nutter said. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Insurance Companies Will Pay for Mammograms Nov 20, 2009
Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius tried to ease women's fears by affirming her support for mammography and noting that government policy won't change. Medicare is required by law to cover one mammogram for women from 35 to 39 and annual screenings after that. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Mossman: Welfare fraud initiative has saved $117K Nov 20, 2009
Published: Friday, November 20, 2009 2:14 AM EST Social Services Commissioner Paul Mossman had a few things to update the county Human Services Committee on recently, but only one agenda item required the presence of the Columbia County Sheriff. Mossman gave the committee an update on the county Department of Social Services welfare fraud initiative, which began in April and has, so far, generated 11 arrests. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Opinion:Breast advice accurate, but that doesnt make it right Nov 20, 2009
That was the sound of Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius throwing her scientists under a bus. Earlier this week, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, the government's major medical advisory panel, announced that for women under the age of 50 who were not in a high risk group for breast cancer. (MSNBC -- Health)
Task force stands by screening advice Nov 20, 2009
19: After days of concern, criticism and controversy over the new breast cancer guidelines, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius says women should keep doing what theyve been doing ... On Wednesday, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius tried to ease the furor that has erupted since the panel issued its recommendations Monday ... 18: Many women were confused Wednesday by Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius' statement urging them to disregard... (MSNBC -- Health)
Court order didn't stop gunman Nov 20, 2009
After the incident, Department of Human Services took custody of the couple s baby. Frasier did not know the age or sex of the child. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Household Hazardous Waste Center director helps put county on the map with national spotlight on local drug take-back Nov 20, 2009
After meeting with law enforcement, health and human services, disposal companies and many others the county's unwanted meds disposal program was first implemented at the government center via a secure drop-box in 2007. It has expanded to include a drop-off at North Branch Police department. (Lindstrom Chisago County Press, MN)
Rationing's First Step Nov 20, 2009
Just six months ago, the panel, which works under the Health and Human Services Department as a "best practices" study group, was shouting its concern about a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study showing a 1% drop in the number of women regularly undergoing such screening and prevention. The task force was saying that women older than 40 should get a mammogram every one to two years. (Investors Business Daily)
Government announces ban on ephedra Nov 20, 2009
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Tommy Thompson says sales of the dietary supplement ephedra will be banned. RELATED. (Yahoo News -- Ephedra)
Records: Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009 Nov 20, 2009
7 p.m. Chippewa County Human Services Board, Courthouse, Room 302. 7 p.m. Community Relations Board, Chippewa Valley Correctional Treatment Facility. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Plan for New Jersey Youths Puts More in Foster Homes Nov 20, 2009
The 10-page draft of the transfer plan, which is still being written by a team of state officials led by the acting human services commissioner, James M. Davy, and was obtained by The New York Times, lacks specifics such as how much it would cost or how the agency would recruit more foster parents or create other homelike settings for the children. Agency officials declined to comment, but details are expected to be included when the plan is submitted Wednesday to an independent panel overseeing... (Yahoo News -- Child Welfare)
Dodge County plans more H1N1 clinics Nov 20, 2009
JUNEAU Dodge County Human Services and Health Department, public health unit, will hold two H1N1 influenza A clinics for people in the limited vaccine availability subset ... For more information, contact the Dodge County Human Services and Health Department at 386-3670. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
COLUMN: Task force puts boobs front and center for public conversation Nov 20, 2009
On Wednesday, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius said women should continue getting mammograms starting at age 40. That s what the American Cancer Society has long advocated as well. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
A look inside the task force Nov 20, 2009
Despite it being a federal advisory board, doctors and scientists on the task force "do not set federal policy and they don't determine what services are covered by the federal government," Health and Human Services Secretary said Wednesday. "The task force has presented some new evidence for consideration, but our policies remain unchanged," she said. (CNN)
'I want my mammograms!' Nov 20, 2009
The task force recommendations are not government policy, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius says. Sebelius says the doctors and scientists on the task force "do not set federal policy, and they don't determine what services are covered by the federal government.". (CNN)
As funds fall, Palo Alto cuts managers' benefits Nov 20, 2009
According to a report by Russ Carlsen, director of human services, the city reached its new terms with the unrepresented group after discussions with a special committee composed of group representatives from each city department. The new terms for the management and professional group are expected to reduce costs by $1. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
