The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, the Agency, or we) is issuing a final order reclassifying in situ hybridization (ISH) test systems indicated for use with a corresponding approved oncology therapeutic product (product codes NYQ, MVD, OWE, and PNK), all postamendments class III (premarket approval) devices, into class II (special controls), subject to premarket notification. FDA is also establishing a new device classification regulation, along with the special controls that are necessary t
What GAO Found The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential 24/7 support for anyone experiencing mental health distress, suicidal thoughts, or substance use crises. The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides free, confidential emotional support, resources, and referrals to pregnant and postpartum women experiencing mental health challenges. Both of these hotlines, within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), are operated by nonfederal entities—primarily by
Purchase of an AI patient safety and experience platform Additional information: This is a call off contract from framework Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Framework Agreement for the Consultancy Solutions and Advisory Services (reference number: 2023/S 000-024003) Classification: IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support.
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered: Section 1. Purpose and Policy. Pursuant to the Presidential Memorandum of December 5, 2025 (Aligning United States Core Childhood Vaccine Recommendations with Best Practices from Peer, Developed Countries), the Department of Health and Human Services […] The post Delivering Gold Standard Childhood Vaccine Recommendations for Americans appeared first on The White Hous
What GAO Found Wearable devices (wearables) with health-related features have the potential to be used in clinical decision-making (see figure). Wearables can be either medical or wellness devices, and their features can be augmented by artificial intelligence (AI). Wearables use sensors to track vital signs and establish patient health baselines; alert users, caregivers, or clinicians of medical events or suggested lifestyle changes; and provide additional assessments of user data that can be s
This final rule will revise the Medicare hospital inpatient prospective payment systems (IPPS) for operating and capital-related costs of acute care hospitals; make changes relating to Medicare graduate medical education (GME) for teaching hospitals; update the payment policies and the annual payment rates for the Medicare prospective payment system (PPS) for inpatient hospital services provided by long-term care hospitals (LTCHs); update and make changes to requirements for certain quality prog
What GAO Found Emerging infectious diseases are infections that are new (e.g., COVID-19) or have existed but are reappearing in an area (e.g., measles), according to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). As the federal lead for public health, HHS partners with thousands of entities at all levels of government to conduct surveillance for emerging infectious diseases; doing so through continuous data collection, analysis, and sharing of health data needed to plan for and respond to su
Complaint alleges telehealth provider shared consumers’ sensitive health information with third-party advertising platforms despite promising patient privacy The Federal Trade Commission, joined by Utah and California, by and through Los Angeles County Counsel, today sued Hims & Hers alleging that the telehealth provider shared consumers’ sensitive health information about medical conditions with third-party advertising platforms despite claiming its services maintain consumers’ privacy and dece
The Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) plans to centralize and enhance key functions across the agency. These changes will reduce redundancies, improve efficiency, and advance alignment to better serve the American public.
What GAO Found The unique needs of mothers and young children during disasters include appropriate sheltering, feeding and care supplies, medical and mental health support, and other services, according to relevant literature and disaster service providers from selected local, state, and nonprofit organizations. For example, large shelters may not be the best option for families with infants. Mothers also often need diapers, baby food, and infant formula. Service providers from 12 local, state,
What GAO Found The Office of Isotope Research and Development and Production (IRP), within the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science, produced, sold, and distributed 265 isotopes during fiscal years 2020 through 2025. Many of these isotopes are critical to medical diagnosis and treatment, national security, industrial processes and manufacturing, and quantum science. IRP made over 7,700 isotope shipments, most of which were for medical purposes. Department of Energy Isotope Production F
What GAO Found Twenty programs, supporting a broad range of services from health care to disaster assistance, made up nearly 90 percent of federal obligations among programs administered by state and other government entities with obligations of over $100 million in fiscal year 2025. The 20 programs collectively accounted for $1.1 trillion in total federal obligations that year. Subrecipients, contractors, and others can also be involved in these programs, which can be helpful in delivering bene
What GAO Found The Individual Longitudinal Exposure Record (ILER) is a web application that links service members’ and veterans’ military toxic exposures and related information from Department of Defense (DOD) and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) databases. DOD and VA intend ILER to be a multi-purpose tool to support clinicians in providing diagnoses and treatment decisions, researchers in conducting health surveillance and epidemiological research, and Veterans Benefit Administration (VBA)
GAO’s work regularly finds that federal programs are unable to assess their performance to determine if they are solving the problem they were created to fix. By defining goals and collecting and using relevant data, agencies could make informed decisions to improve their programs’ results. The Big Picture Each year, the federal government spends trillions of dollars on programs that Americans depend on, such as health care, public safety, and disaster support. Our recent reports have found that
Why This Matters U.S. clinicians average a 57-hour workweek, including 7 hours of administrative work. Time spent on tasks like drafting patient visit notes or reviewing billing paperwork may contribute to clinician burnout. New AI tools could increase efficiency and reduce administrative burdens during and after patient visits. Key Takeaways Some health care providers are adopting AI tools to assist with note taking and medical coding, which may save time and reduce burnout. The accuracy of the
Clinical laboratory testing technology has advanced significantly since the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) regulations were implemented in 1992. This request for information (RFI) seeks input from the public regarding various topics related to the CLIA regulations, including: breath testing; laboratory processes and procedures; emergency preparedness, biosafety and biosecurity, and cybersecurity; and specialty testing areas. Responses to this RFI may be used to help in
This proposed rule addresses: changes to the physician fee schedule (PFS); other changes to Medicare Part B payment policies to ensure that payment systems are updated to reflect changes in medical practice, relative value of services, and changes in the statute; codification of establishment of new policies for: the Medicare Prescription Drug Inflation Rebate Program under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022; the Ambulatory Specialty Model; updates to drugs and biological products paid under Pa
Access to education continues to worsen in the West Bank, the United Nations reported on Wednesday. Ten schools in Area C of the West Bank were recently abandoned due to settler attacks and access ...
The Federal Trade Commission finalized an order with Vanilla Chip LLC—which does business as TruHeight—and its two principals requiring them to pay $750,000, while barring them from making false or unsupported health claims and using fake or incentivized consumer reviews. View Press Release
Why This matters Across the globe, over 24 million tons of plastic (as much weight as 12 million cars) enter the environment each year. Larger plastics gradually break down into smaller microplastics, which can move into the organs, blood, and cells of humans and other animals. Key Takeaways Major sources of microplastics include vehicle tires, synthetic fabrics, plastic bottles, and paint. Exposure to microplastics is associated with health problems in humans and other organisms, but scientists
To support the development of a comprehensive Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy and a targeted Proof of Concept (PoC). Additional information: Mini competition under SBS10197 Consultancy and Advisory Services for Health (Lot 5 - IT Business Consulting), Classification: IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support.
NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Maria D’Avanzo, of New York, to be Inspector General, General Services Administration. David Slade, of Florida, to be First Vice President of the Export-Import Bank of the United States for a term expiring January 20, 2029. Timothy Westlake, of Wisconsin, to be Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use, Department […] The post Nominations and Withdrawals Sent to the Senate appeared first on The White House .
Support the recruitment for, design, set-up and facilitation of NICE Listens public dialogue on AI in health and care guidance. Classification: Market research services.
Settlement will drive down patients’ out-of-pocket costs, increase transparency and ensure community pharmacies are treated fairly The Federal Trade Commission secured a settlement agreement with one of the nation’s largest pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and its affiliated entities, marking yet another important victory in the Commission’s fight to lower healthcare costs for Americans. View Press Release
On April 18, 2026, President Trump issued Executive Order (E.O.) 14401, "Accelerating Medical Treatments for Serious Mental Illness", acknowledging that individuals suffering from serious mental illness may not always respond to existing therapies. This request for information (RFI) solicits stakeholder feedback on training and care delivery models that could be used to ensure safe and effective delivery of potential future Food and Drug Administration (FDA)- approved psychedelic drugs, includin
BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION 1. The United States relies on a strong chemical manufacturing sector to support industries like energy, national defense, agriculture, and health care. These facilities produce essential inputs for critical infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, medical sterilization, semiconductors, and national defense systems. Maintaining a robust domestic chemical […] The post Regulatory Relief for Certain Stationary Sources to Promote America
Welsh Affairs Committee: cross-border healthcare patients are “falling through the gaps” The Welsh Affairs Committee is concerned by the lack of urgency in addressing long-standing issues affecting ...
FTC alleges Edwards Lifesciences and Genesis structured JC Medical deal to avoid federal antitrust review The Federal Trade Commission secured $12 million in penalties to settle charges alleging that Edwards Lifesciences Corp. acquired medical device maker JC Medical from Genesis MedTech Group Limited without complying with the notification and waiting period requirements of the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act (HSR). View Press Release
What GAO Found In 2023, the Department of Defense (DOD) directed the military departments—Army, Navy, and Air Force—to update their policies on clinical quality management to align with Defense Health Agency (DHA) procedures to ensure high-quality care in operational settings. In December 2024, GAO reported that the military departments had not yet issued policies, specifically on provider credentialing and privileging, and recommended that they do so. As of March 2026, GAO found that Army and A
What GAO Found The Department of Defense (DOD) used multiple strategies to fund support for southern border operations since the start of fiscal year 2025 and into fiscal year 2026. Specifically, DOD realigned $1.74 billion in funding from amounts appropriated for fiscal year 2025 from various funding categories; transferred $608 million from or through DOD’s Drug Interdiction and Counter-Drug Activities, Defense account; relied on military construction authorities to fund border barrier project