The departments of Health and Human Services and Defense ordered 200 million more doses of COVID-19 vaccines authorized for emergency use, half from Pfizer for $2 billion and the rest from Moderna for about $1.7 billion.
Novel Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2/COVID-19)
The Department of Health and Human Services amended its declaration providing liability protection under the Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness Act to include federal government employees, contractors and volunteers authorized to prescribe, administer, deliver, distribute or dispense COVID…
CARES Act: Provisions to Help Rural Hospitals
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, signed into law on March 27, provides resources and flexibility for rural hospitals.
The nation’s COVID-19 vaccination effort continues to have challenges, and we are committed to working with all stakeholders to make it as effective as possible to protect our patients and communities.
During this virtual policy briefing, hospital leaders shared their insights on the current state of COVID-19 vaccine distribution and supply, as well as ideas on how to accelerate COVID-19 vaccinations across the country.
CDC lifts COVID-19 quarantine requirement for fully vaccinated individuals outside health care. Get the latest guidance on quarantine for vaccinated individuals.
During an AHA virtual briefing for lawmakers and staff, leaders from three health systems – Trinity Health, Ascension and LifePoint Health, which serve communities all across the country – today shared their organizations’ experiences with COVID-19 vaccinations, as well as recommendations to…
The AHA strongly supports MedPAC's continued conversations of the postpandemic future of telehealth policy.
AHA and Musicians on Call are collaborating on a digital campaign to thank front-line caregivers around Valentine’s Day through digital promotions, social media and surprise virtual performances by celebrity artists.
A report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlights the importance of good fit to maximize mask performance.