HHS seeks nominations to task force on pain management best practices
The Department of Health and Human Services is seeking nominations to an interagency task force created by the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act of 2016 to develop best practices for prescribing pain medication and managing pain. The task force will include hospital and other non-federal representatives. Nominations are due Sept. 27.
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