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Executive Order on Stem Cell Research On March 9, President Obama signed an Executive Order removing barriers to responsible scientific research involving human stem cells and a Presidential memo on scientific integrity. Research involving human embryonic stem cells and human non-embryonic stem cells has the potential to lead to better understanding and treatment of many disabling diseases and conditions. White House Forum on Health Reform The White House Forum on Health Reform brought together people who have a stake in our health care system and people who have the ability to change it. Learn more about health care reform at www.HealthReform.gov News
March 5, 2009
HHS Issues Special Report on Health Reform and Launches New www.HealthReform.gov Web Site The Web site allows Americans to view the White House Health Forum, read the Report on Health Care Community Discussions, share thoughts about health reform with the Administration and sign a statement in support of President Obama's commitment to comprehensive health reform this year. More...
March 5, 2009
Levels of Smokeless Tobacco Use Increase among Adolescent Males The levels of smokeless tobacco use increased significantly among adolescent males (aged 12 to 17) from 3.4 percent in 2002 to 4.4 percent in 2007, according to a new report. More...
February 27, 2009
SAMHSA Accepting Applications for $1.5 Million in Grants for Supportive Housing Services The purpose of this program is to help prevent or reduce chronic homelessness by funding services in coordination with existing permanent supportive housing programs and resources for individuals and families experiencing chronic homelessness. More... HHS Family of Agencies Watch, Listen, Subscribe Of Interest: Peanut-Containing Product Recalls Top 3,200
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