HHS Equity Action Plan
Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released the 2023 update to its Equity Action Plan, in coordination with theFurther Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities Through The Federal Government
“Equity is at the heart of every investment we make, and every initiative we take on. Nobody in this country should be left out or left behind because of where they live, their income, education level, or background,” said HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra. “This plan helps to continue our shift from a health system focused on illness-care to one focused on wellness-care.
To develop this Equity Action Plan, HHS engaged with the public through visits to communities, listening sessions and roundtables with people impacted by or interested in these issues, grantee and research community discussions, Tribal consultations, formal written invitations for comment, and more.Prevent neglect and improve care to help children thrive in their families and communities.Improve maternal health outcomes for rural, racial, and ethnic minority communities.
Proposed rules on language access in all health programs and activities funded by HHS and guidance to states on how to comply with language access and effective communication obligations during and after public health emergencies.
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